International Events & Resources

The AWWA Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE) attracts diverse attendees from around the world. To foster collaboration for our international guests, ACE features networking opportunities, events and topics with global appeal throughout the conference and professional program.

International Reception: Join us at this annual event for a fun gathering. International attendees can network in a relaxed social setting. Held during ACE23, details to be announced soon! 

International Lounge: Connect with water professionals and discover resources from AWWA, ACE and local attractions. Meet colleagues from around the world, get to know Eddy the AWWA mascot, grab some swag and more! Located in the ACE23 Exhibit Hall. 

Technical Sessions: Don’t miss these sessions of global relevance! See the ACE23 program for sessions addressing global water topics such as climate impacts and mitigation, water management and land subsidence, water treatment innovations, protecting sourcewater and watersheds, and more!

U.N. Sustainable Development Goals


To guide global collaboration on sustainability the United Nations defined 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The SDGs represent the world's best plan to build a better world for people and our planet by 2030. Adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, the SDGs are a call for action by all countries – poor, rich and middle-income – to promote prosperity while protecting the environment. 

AWWA’s work directly supports these SDGs:
#6: Clean Water and Sanitation
#5: Gender Equality
#10:  Reduced Inequalities

Visit the AWWA Pavilion in the ACE23 Exhibit Hall to learn more about how AWWA is working to build a better future for everyone. 


For further inquiries about ACE and International resources and activities, email internationalsupport@awwa.org.
This is an exclusive channel for International attendees to find information and support
for the AWWA Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE).

Visa Requests

If an invitation letter is needed to secure your visa to attend ACE, please visit our Visa Request page. Requests will be honored for attendees and presenters with the intent to register. The invitation does not represent any personal knowledge by AWWA as to the propriety of your admission into Canada. Please also check with the Embassy in your country about Visa Waiver Program,  as well as other details there related to tourism.

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