Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U) proudly led a global gathering on March 24, 2026, in celebration of World Water Day 2026, uniting partner institutions from across the Philippines and around the world in a shared commitment to water sustainability and environmental responsibility.
The virtual event, organized in collaboration with Metro Iloilo Water District and the Western Visayas Council of International Relations Officers, showcased meaningful contributions from a diverse network of universities and organizations.
Among the featured presenters were:
- Universitas Bhinneka Nusantara (Indonesia)
- University of Malaya (Malaysia)
- University of Puthisastra (Cambodia)
- Universitas Sebelas Maret (Indonesia)
- Panpacific University (Philippines)
- Urdaneta City University (Philippines)
- Colegio de San Jose (Philippines)
- Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology – Dingle Campus (Philippines)
- John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University – Molo, Inc. (Philippines)
- University of Antique – Hamtic Campus & Tario Lim Memorial Campus (Philippines)
- University of San Agustin (Philippines)
- West Visayas State University (Philippines)
The celebration was further enriched by contributions from:
- Bina Insani University (Indonesia)
- Institute of Brunei Technical Education Agro-Technology Campus (Brunei)
- Politeknik Nilai (Malaysia)
- SK Bandar Enstek (Malaysia)
- Tashkent State University of Oriental Studies (Uzbekistan)
- State University of Northern Negros (Philippines)
- University of Abra – Bangued & Lagangilang Campuses (Philippines)
- Capiz State University – Pontevedra Campus (Philippines)
- Filamer Christian University (Philippines)
The event served as a dynamic platform for exchanging ideas, showcasing sustainability initiatives, and reinforcing a united global effort to protect and sustain one of humanity’s most vital resources—water.
World Water Day 2026 at ISAT U highlighted not only the urgency of addressing water challenges but also the power of collaboration across borders. By bringing together institutions from Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and across the Philippines, the celebration underscored the importance of collective responsibility in safeguarding water for future generations.
