This year's World Water Day theme, "Water for Peace," is particularly relevant given the global water, food, and humanitarian crises. These crises, exacerbated by conflicts, disproportionately affect women and girls, highlighting the urgent need to empower women in water management and crisis response. Investing in women not only enhances peace efforts but also strengthens resilience to future crises.

Claudia Ringler, Director of IFPRI's Natural Resources and Resilience Unit, emphasizes the importance of women's empowerment in addressing water insecurity and promoting peace.