As part of its fifth anniversary celebration, the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters launched a new session of the Open Mic series—an informal and reflective space where founding members and key collaborators share the story behind the Forum’s creation, its most significant achievements, and its future direction.
These candid conversations offer a behind-the-scenes look at the people, ideas, and shared values that have shaped the Forum over the years, reaffirming its commitment to transparency, collaboration, and a long-term vision for binational water governance.
Marking five years of dedicated work, the Forum celebrates its ongoing mission to foster dialogue, research, and binational water cooperation between Mexico and the United States in addressing shared water challenges.
Since its founding, it has brought together academics, public officials, community leaders, and water experts to promote cross-border solutions grounded in sustainability, equity, and public participation.
This milestone is not only a time for reflection, but also a renewed call to strengthen the collaborative network that sustains the Forum.
With over 260 active members from both countries, it continues to grow as an independent, multidisciplinary space where science, policy, and civil society converge to envision a more resilient and inclusive future for the border region, and binational water cooperation.
Open Mic | How did the idea of the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters begin? (1 out of 3)
In this video, Rosario Sánchez, Director of the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters, and Samuel Sandoval Solís, Associate Director, share how the idea of the Forum came to life. T
hrough a candid conversation, they recount the early discussions, the binational collaboration, and the shared vision that led to the creation of a space dedicated to strengthening dialogue and cooperation in water management along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Open Mic | What have been the most important achievements of the Binational Forum? (2 out of 3)
What has the Forum accomplished over the years? In this conversation, Rosario Sánchez and Samuel Sandoval reflect on key milestones reached by the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters.
From building a vibrant community of water professionals across borders to promoting research, dialogue, and cooperative solutions, they discuss how the Forum has evolved and the impact it continues to make.
Open Mic | What’s the vision for the Forum for the upcoming years? (3 out of 3)
What lies ahead for the Permanent Forum of Binational Waters? Rosario Sánchez and Samuel Sandoval share their vision for the future, including expanding participation, deepening binational collaboration, and addressing new challenges in water sustainability.
This video offers a glimpse into the Forum’s strategic direction and its enduring commitment to inclusive, science-based water governance.
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