[2] GWP grew out of decades of dissatisfaction with water management[3] practices and a consensus that a more sustainable approach was needed.

Although the activities are coordinated and supported by the Secretariat, Regional and Country Partnerships manage and govern themselves, and convene stakeholders to address specific issues.

In addition, GWP is supported by its Technical Committee which consists of professionals selected for their experience in different disciplines relating to water resources management.

The Executive Secretary and CEO is Darío Soto-Abril (effective 1 March 2021) and the Chair of the GWP Technical Committee is Dr Jerome Delli Priscoli.

It allows practitioners and professionals to discuss and analyse the various elements of the IWRM process and facilitates the prioritization of actions aimed at improving water governance and management, as well as engaging with a broader community for the solution of water-related problems.