Each year, the International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) recognizes individuals whose extraordinary contributions elevate its mission: expanding access to clean water and safe sanitation through the power of skilled labor. The 2025 IWSH Awards celebrate two champions whose work reflects the heart of the foundation — turning technical expertise into transformative impact. 

This year’s honorees come from vastly different geographies and career paths, but their stories converge on a shared truth: plumbing is public health infrastructure, and it takes committed people to deliver it where it’s needed most. 

Visit iwsh.org to learn more about the 2025 IWSH Award Recipients.