35th WEDC International Conference
The future of water, sanitation and hygiene in low-income countries: Innovation, adaptation and engagement in a changing world.
6-8 July 2011, Loughborough University, UK
In celebration of the fortieth anniversary of WEDC in 2011, we are very pleased to announce that the 35th WEDC International Conference will be held at Loughborough University, UK, from 6th to 8th July 2011. The Call for Papers will be published by 31 July 2010.
The WEDC International Conference, which is normally held in either Africa or Asia, is a practitioner and research focused conference, exchanging knowledge and experiences in the water and sanitation sector. Papers will be invited for either internal or full peer review. There will also be poster presentations, discussion sessions, and opportunities to hold side events.
Although hosting the conference in the UK is a break from a 34 year-long tradition, we feel this is a unique event and an exciting way to celebrate the fortieth year of WEDC. Prior to the conference on Tuesday July 5th, we will hold an Open Day at WEDC. As well as registering for the conference, you will also be able to visit the WEDC Resources Centre, attend sessions on using the WEDC Knowledge Base, and speak to staff and current students about WEDC courses and research studentships or any other continuing professional development interests you may have. In the week following the conference, we will offer a range of short courses for those who wish to extend their stay.
Due to space restrictions, the numbers are limited to 250, with priority given to delegates from low-income countries and we particularly encourage those from the public and private sectors, Higher Education and research institutes, donors and bi-lateral agencies and NGO practitioners to submit papers on the theme of the conference.
WEDC is looking forward to an enjoyable and stimulating Conference in Loughborough in 2011 and we hope you will be able to join us!
