10 Water Funds
3 Latin American countries
Our work
The Andean Water Funds Platform, born from the Water Funds 2.0 Project funded by the Tinker Foundation and implemented by the Latin American Future Foundation, aims to address the sustainability of Water Funds through a comprehensive analysis and the application of a methodology that considers three key elements: governance, financing, and impact (environmental and social). These elements will be reflected in a tailored Action Plan for each Water Fund.
This platform was established in 2022 with the aim of strengthening the sustainability of 8 Water Funds, along with 2 funds that have joined in the past year, to protect the high Andean ecosystems that provide water to over 22.8 million inhabitants in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Governance model
PAFA (Plataforma Andina de Fondos de Agua) bases its governance model on a collaborative and participatory structure that promotes collective decision-making and collaboration among different stakeholders.
The platform is comprised of a Board of Directors, which includes representatives from water funds, government institutions, civil society organizations, and other key stakeholders.
This Board of Directors is responsible for setting strategic guidelines, defining policies, and overseeing the actions of the platform. Additionally, active and equitable participation of all members is encouraged, promoting diversity of voices and the inclusion of local perspectives
Principles
Transparency
Accountability
Regarding the rights of communities
Trough this governance model, the Andean Water Funds Platform aims to strengthen integrated water management in the Andean region and ensure the long-term sustainability of water funds
Objectives
To promote the financial sustainability of water funds, ensuring resources for the conservation and protection of water source
To encourage the participation and empowerment of local communities in water management and governance, promoting equity and social inclusion.
To improve the management and protection of water ecosystems, promoting the conservation of biodiversity and water quality.
To promote research and knowledge exchange to enhance decision-making and the implementation of innovative solutions in water management.
Geographical scope
Our geographical scope includes Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, countries that host vital high Andean ecosystems that provide water to over 22.8 million inhabitants in the region. We work closely with the Water Funds in these nations, strengthening their sustainability and contributing to the protection and conservation of these valuable ecosystems.
