Communicating the shift towards water resilience

AMWAJ Launches Campaign to Support Blue Filter: Clean Water for Gaza

AMWAJ has launched a fundraising campaign to raise $5,000 in support of Blue Filter, a Gaza-based company focused on developing innovative water purification technology using natural, plant-based materials to provide clean drinking water.

Despite the destruction of their infrastructure during the war in Gaza, founder Salah El Sadi and his team are determined to rebuild.

Your donation will help restore Blue Filter’s infrastructure and provide clean water to people in Gaza.

Reporting Climate Justice: Journalism’s Role in Driving Change

Stories have the power to drive change and journalism plays a crucial role in shaping the climate justice narrative. AMWAJ hosted the webinar Reporting Climate Justice: The Role of Journalism in Driving Change for World Water Day, highlighting the power of storytelling in shaping climate narratives. Moderated by Claudia Rodríguez Santamarta (REVOLVE), the discussion featured Ahmed Ashour (ARIJ Network), Sofia Turati & Vittoria Torsello (Marea Media).

The Lebanese filmmaker Rebecca Tawk also participated in the webinar and presented her short film Along the Water. The short film was part of REEF Film Encounters, one of Lebanon's two environmental film festivals, which held its 6th edition, "Biodiversity and Cinema," in Kobayat in July 2024 and later in Beirut during the 19th Metropolis Lebanese Documentary Festival in January. Learn more about the Festival and Rebecca Tawk's short film Along the Water.

Weaponising Water in Palestine

Water shortages in the Palestinian territories have worsened since Israel’s war on Gaza, but systemic water inequality predates the conflict. By July 2024, Israeli attacks had destroyed 88% of Gaza’s water wells and disabled three desalination units, deepening a crisis fueled by the blockade and Coastal Aquifer depletion.

Blue Filter Technology Brings Clean Water to Gaza

Saleh El Sadi envisions a world where clean water is a right, not a privilege. In conflict-ravaged Gaza, where water scarcity is severe, he works to address this crisis. The MENA region has long struggled with water stress, worsened by climate change, poor management, conflict, and population growth. Read more about the technology developed by this member of the Switchers Community.

REVOLVE and Anna Lindh Foundation Partner to Empower Mediterranean Youth

On 26-27 February, REVOLVE and the Anna Lindh Foundation brought together influential voices from across the Mediterranean for a dynamic workshop to empower youth to drive change. As part of the Mediterranean Youth in Action (MYA) programme, the training equipped influencers with the skills to create powerful digital campaigns that inspire action and amplify youth voices.

AMWAJ at the XXIV Annual Meeting of ReFAL in Alicante

On 18–19 February 2025, the XXIV Annual Meeting of ReFAL took place at Casa Mediterráneo in Alicante. The 2025–2026 Roadmap was shaped by discussions on mobility, social cohesion and culture's role in regional unity. Emin Yigit Koyuncuoglu represented AMWAJ, engaging with professionals and organisations.

MEDWAVES - The Switchers Community in REVOLVE Magazine

The spring issue of REVOLVE Magazine features a great piece on the circular economy and women-led green entrepreneurship, spotlighting The Switchers Community and showcasing inspiring projects like Punto Ciego Notebooks, OyaWay, and Comporoll. Led by MEDWAVES, the project highlights green entrepreneurs in the Mediterranean by sharing their stories, increasing visibility, and equipping them with the tools needed to access financing.

Read the full feature, written by Nicolás Marín Navas.

CREAF - What Is the Difference Between Resilience and Vulnerability and Why is it Key in the Forestry Sector? 

Landscape affected by the fire in Vall d'Òdena in 2015 next to Montserrat. Image: Galdric Mossoll

Resilience refers to a forest’s ability to withstand and recover from disturbances while maintaining its functions, whereas vulnerability assesses its susceptibility to adverse impacts and adaptation capacity. Resilience focuses on long-term recovery, while vulnerability identifies at-risk areas through mapping. Originating from ecological theory and disaster risk management, respectively, these concepts offer distinct yet complementary approaches to forest assessment and management.

CREAF - Survey on Euro-Mediterranean Relations to Reflect on the Priorities of Catalonia

The Med Cat 2030 strategy, led by the Catalan government and IEMed, aims to strengthen Catalonia’s role in Euro-Mediterranean relations. With input from diverse stakeholders, including CREAF, it fosters cooperation through commitment, influence, and alliances. The survey, open until 30 March 2025, invites regional contributions to shape its priorities.

MedCities - Istanbul Award: The Online Regional Workshop Organised to Introduce the Initiative

MedCities, in collaboration with UNEP-MAP and INFO-RAC, organised a regional online workshop on Wednesday 19 March to launch the 5th edition of the Istanbul Green City Award. The Istanbul Green City Award was launched in the framework of the Mediterranean Strategy for Sustainable Development (MSSD 2016-2025) to recognise the efforts of local authorities in promoting sustainable development in Mediterranean coastal cities. If you are a city interested in participating, please visit the website and submit your application by 15 April.

MedCities - Advancing in the WEFE4MED Community

On 18 March, the WEFE4Med project launched its Community of Practice to promote cross-sectoral solutions in the areas of water, energy, food and ecosystems. MedCities encourages member cities to join and access the WEFE Knowledge Hub, which offers funding opportunities, demonstration sites, events and mentoring programmes. The initiative fosters collaboration, innovation and knowledge exchange to address climate challenges in the Mediterranean region. Event materials and recordings are available on the WEFE4Med Knowledge Hub.

CluBE - Educational Programs: Creating Resilient Societies, Culture, Art and Climate Neutrality 

The Western Macedonia Bioeconomy and Environment Cluster (CluBE) continues its educational programmes by exploring climate change through culture. In collaboration with the region's education community, CluBE is using 10 cultural themes to inspire students, fostering creativity, empathy, inclusion and collaboration to make them ambassadors for climate action.

Water, Environment and Beyond (WE&B) - Check the New Website

Water, Environment and Beyond (WE&B) has launched a new website with a fresh, modern design and improved clarity.

CENER 21 - Ema Midžić on Advancing Sustainability with CO2 PACMAN

Watch the video of Ema Midžić from CENER 21, a key partner in the CO2 PACMAN Project, as she explains how they're driving sustainable development and climate neutrality.

Difaf - Hussam Hawwa Joins Live Instagram Talk on 'Water is Love'

Hussam Hawwa will be live on Instagram to talk about the importance of water, focusing on Difaf's activities in Lebanon. He will share insights into how the organisation is addressing water-related challenges and supporting local communities.

ARIJ Launches Guide on Climate Justice for Journalists

ARIJ has launched “Climate Justice: Through an Investigative Lens”, a guide covering climate change and the different aspects of “climate justice.” It features case studies, key journalistic insights, and databases for data-driven climate reporting. Developed as part of the “SHARAKA for Inclusive Climate Action” project, the guide supports climate action in Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Tunisia, in collaboration with Hivos, Internews, and the Arab Reform Initiative.

Every Wednesday, we share a digest of job opportunities, fundings, calls, trainings, and events in sustainability across the Mediterranean. Follow us for regular updates.

AMWAJ stands for A Mediterranean Water And Journalism platform for sustainable development. We aspire to build an energy and water community around the Mediterranean. An initiative by REVOLVE.