Ulrike Kelm (she/her)

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"I am convinced that strategic advocacy and communications lead in the international water and sanitation sector."

"My lived experience has been a long journey ... it is worth sharing."

"I am committed to the 2030 Global Agenda. "

Water Experience

Ulrike Kelm is an international communications and advocacy expert with over 20 years of professional experience working in the international water and sanitation sector for the German development cooperation sector, international NGOs, and the United Nations. She is a co-founding member of the Women in Water & Sanitation Network (WWSN) and has been its chair for three years now. Her professional expertise lies in influencing policy processes, governance, and strategic communications and advocacy.

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)

Opportunities Offered

• Mentorship Short-term (e.g., attend a mentorship circle or event; 1-3 meetings with an individual)
• volunteering in Women in Water & Sanitation Network (WWSN)