Connecting knowledge, dialogue, and decisions on water.
We bring people, knowledge, and decision-making together to strengthen water governance and support sustainable, equitable outcomes.
About us
Who is SIWI?
Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is an independent, non-profit organization based in Stockholm and working globally. We advance water’s role in secure, equitable, and sustainable futures by convening partners across sectors, translating knowledge into policy and practice, and strengthening capacity to co-create lasting water solutions.
30+
Years advancing water governance globally
Global
Reach across regions, sectors, and policy processes
Independent
A trusted, impartial non-profit institute
How we work
Three pillars, one mission
Below are the three engagement pillars that guide how SIWI works in practice
Convenor & co-creator
Bringing diverse actors together to shape shared water governance solutions.
Curating knowledge and research
Turning trusted water knowledge into insights that inform policy and practice.
Advice and capacity development
Strengthening institutions and partners to govern water effectively and inclusively.