Water • Energy • Food

Water Diplomacy

Building cooperation across the MENA region through science-informed dialogue and practical solutions that connect water, energy, and food.

About INWRDAM
About

Welcome to our Think and Do Tank!

The Inter-Islamic Network on Water Resources Development and Management (INWRDAM) is an autonomous, intergovernmental organization established in 1987, operating under the guidance of the Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH) within the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Based in Jordan, INWRDAM functions as a proactive “Think and Do Tank,” advancing sustainable water management through policy development, applied research, and strategic dialogues.

About INWRDAM
Vision

Harmonizing Waters, Uniting Nations

INWRDAM is committed to a future where water-related disputes are resolved through cooperative strategies that enhance global harmony. As leaders in hydro-diplomacy, we collaborate with organizations, governments, and private sectors worldwide to promote equitable water usage and manage conflicts effectively. Our goal is to increase global awareness and appreciation of water's critical role, contributing to the health and well-being of our planet.

Vision
Mission

Collaborating for Water Equity and Sustainability

Our mission is to drive the sustainable and equitable management of water resources through innovative research and policy advocacy. As a distinguished Think and Do Tank affiliated with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), we are dedicated to fostering collaboration and advancing dialogue across nations, shaping the future of water resource development and management.

Mission

Our Projects

Desalination
Wastewater Reuse
WEFE Nexus
Policy & Standards
Amman, Jordan

Solar-coupled desalination demo with groundwater recharge.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Brine valorization research & industrial water reuse roadmap.

Cairo, Egypt

Wastewater-to-irrigation program with robust monitoring.

Beirut, Lebanon

Coastal aquifer saline intrusion modeling & mitigation.

The WEFE Hub

Our regional hub for the Water–Energy–Food–Environment (WEFE) Nexus: a practical space that connects data, tools, and partners to accelerate cross-sector solutions. It includes policy briefs, training modules, pilot projects, and dashboards co-created with member states.

Decision Support Capacity Building Pilot Projects Open Data
Explore WEFE Hub Interactive Maps

What’s inside

  • Curated case studies and replicable pilots across OIC member states.
  • Training kits and workshops aligned with national priorities.
  • Dashboards for water reuse, desalination, and brine valorization.
  • Partner space for ministries, utilities, and universities.

News & Events

INWRDAM in a Nutshell

1987
Founded
22
OIC Member States
100+
Programs & Projects
40+
Publications & Briefs