Kathryn Pharr (She/Her)

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"I am a lifelong learner who enjoys engaging with complex challenges like water issues."

"My lived experience has shown me that there are no silver bullets, no one-size-fits-all when it comes to address water challenges. Context is key; water issues are not just technical challenges."

"I am committed to making water solutions sustainable. That means addressing a range of challenges from considering climate impacts to addressing inequities, like those related to gender, in the design and implementation of water programs and the water sector itself. "

Water Experience

Having worked over a decade in science and water policy, Kathryn Pharr has expertise in and consults on water issues relating to climate change, gender, transboundary, urban resilience, IWRM, governance, finance, and WASH. Five years ago, she founded the Community of Women in Water (CWiW) to connect women working on water challenges and expand their networks and knowledge. She has a Masters in Chemistry and a Project Management Professional (PMP). Kathryn has worked with the Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA), Arup, the Global Water Forum, the U.S. Department of State, USAID, the University of Oxford, and WaterAid.

Opportunities of Interest

• Speaking engagements (e.g., conference panels, keynote addresses)
• Leadership roles (e.g., board member, committees)
• Public outreach (e.g., media interviews, podcasts)
• Consulting (e.g., government, industry, not-for-profit sector)
• Research (e.g., academic, not-for-profit, government)