Become a Water Ambassador
Inspire the next generation
As a member of the Association, you have the opportunity to become a Water Ambassador and connect with schools across Australia to take part in boosting water literacy and careers, both during National Water Week and year-round.
Our Water Ambassadors play an important role in improving water literacy and raising awareness of careers working with water during National Water Week and year-round. As a Water Ambassador, you'll have the opportunity to organise fun interactive activities and share your experience and knowledge with school students.
Schools registered as part of the Program and/or National Water Week have access to leading water professionals to complement their water studies and engage with themes.
Why be a Water Ambassador?
Water Ambassadors help promote the water sector as a rewarding career path throughout the year and especially during National Water Week. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase projects, research and innovation – and their impact on the environment, communities and our shared water future. As well as engaging a new generation in the water cycle, your professional profile is boosted as you hone your communication and public speaking skills.
How to Register as a Water Ambassador
AWA members have exclusive access to the Water Ambassador Program and related National Water Week initiatives.
*Please note you will require a current Working With Children Check to be able to present at a school. More information is available here.
Register as a Water Ambassador in 3 quick steps:
Step 1
Step 2
You will be listed on the 'Connect with an Ambassador' page, visible to Water Ambassadors and schools only.
Step 3
Check your email for a link to our Water Ambassador and schools network.
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Frequently Asked Questions
As a Water Ambassador, you’ll help promote the water sector as a rewarding career path and showcase the wide range of career opportunities in the industry. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase projects, research and innovation – and their impact on the environment, communities and our shared water future. As well as engaging a new generation in the water cycle, your professional profile is boosted as you hone your communication and public speaking skills.
Our Water Ambassador Program is open to Australian Water Association (AWA) members only (individual AWA members, or employees of AWA Corporate member organisations). We encourage all members who want to promote the water sector as a rewarding career path or share their knowledge on different topics to register.
As a Water Ambassador, you will be able to equip students with knowledge about:
- Water and climate change
- Sustainability
- Engagement with Asia Pacific and Developing Nations
- First Nations Water Management
- Water in the world
- Careers in water
- Other water-related topics
Of course, you can! During the registration process, for both schools and Water Ambassadors, there is an opportunity to select from a range of topics. You may wish to use some of the resources about the industry to include in your presentation
- Water and climate change
- Sustainability
- Engagement with Asia Pacific and Developing Nations
- First Nations Water Management
- Water in the world
- Careers in water
- Other water-related topics
However, we also have an "I don't mind" option. If a school has selected this option, we encourage you to liaise with them to discuss which topic best suits their students and your area of expertise.
Yes, click here to view and download the Water Education Toolkit. There are also plenty of other resources here. AWA can also provide you with content ready to go, which can be tailored to your areas of expertise.
No, you can visit a school whenever is suitable for you and the school.
Schools need Water Ambassadors to visit throughout the year to align with their curriculum delivery. Please liaise with the school to find a suitable time for you both.
You’ll present to students in a classroom, school assembly or online format.
Your application is reviewed by an AWA member of staff. Once approved, you’ll receive an automated email from nationalwaterweek@awa.asn.au with links to access your Water Ambassador listing and a list of local schools (if required), plus the next steps.
Yes, AWA can match you to a school if required. If you have a school you are already in touch with, that is also fine!
When you register, you'll receive an automated email from nationalwaterweek@awa.asn.au with a link to view registered schools. Contact details are on the page, and you can contact them to organise a visit.
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