Introducing the Third Annual Water and Air Quality Workshop Series!

Join our foundational workshop designed for Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWAs), NGO workers, local leaders, civil society representatives, and community members committed to creating healthier, cleaner neighborhoods. Whether you are an environmental enthusiast or an advocate for sustainable living, this workshop equips you with the knowledge and tools to improve air and water quality in your community.

Introduction

Water and air pollution are significant environmental challenges in India. Pollutants from industrial, agricultural and domestic sources are contaminating many water bodies, posing serious health risks to the population. Unfortunately, a large percentage of the population lacks access to clean drinking water, leading to waterborne illnesses. Moreover, over-extraction of groundwater has caused water levels and quality to decline in many regions. Air quality in many Indian cities is often hazardous, particularly during post-harvest and winter months due to stubble burning and temperature inversions. High levels of air pollutants, such as PM_2.5 and PM₁₀, have been linked to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases among the population. Despite efforts to monitor and control pollution, it remains a significant challenge for the community that requires immediate action.

Aim

Clean water and air are essential for community health and well-being. This workshop is customised to build knowledge and inform practice related to implementing micro-actions at the community scale to spread awareness on pollution-related issues. This workshop is designed to sensitise motivated residents and local community leaders towards a holistic approach to cleaner water and air quality; to help communities become competent, advocate for effective policies, promote good regulatory practices and enhance their knowledge; and build their capacity to spread awareness for pollution reduction.

Pedagogy

This will include hands-on sessions with resource material, lecture presentations, audio-visuals, and case studies. Classroom sessions will involve detailed discussions, questions and answers, and experience-sharing sessions, along with hands-on monitoring sessions. Reading material and reference documents will also be shared for an in-depth understanding of the issues.

Who should attend?

• RWAs and community members seeking in-depth knowledge on pollution issues
• NGO workers and civil society representatives advocating for sustainable change
• Local leaders and policymakers addressing urban environmental challenges
• Members from educational institutions integrating environmental topics into their curriculum
• Researchers and young professionals exploring the impact of pollution on public health
• Corporate sustainability teams driving eco-friendly initiatives

Key takeaways 

• The participants will understand the water and air quality issues prevalent in their local areas.
• This workshop will equip participants with knowledge, tools, and strategies to improve the quality of air and water.
• The participants after the workshop will also get field-based kits/​study materials to identify issues of pollution and their management at the micro level. 

Selection process

All interested participants need to fill out the application form. All participants are required to submit a short description of their specific motivation to join.

Workshop session details

All sessions will start at 9:00 AM and end at 5:00 PM

Mode of interaction — In-person (Offline)

Note: The decision of the evaluation committee will be final.

Certificate of participation

The participants will be awarded a certificate of participation after successful completion of the workshop.