The only Institute solely concerned with the UK water industry. We support and develop your career whoever you are and whatever you do. We do this by providing a unique learning, developing and networking framework.

Core Values

• Operate within a totally inclusive culture without boundary
• Promote high standards of integrity, conduct and ethics
• Provide opportunity for personal development and growth through sharing knowledge, experience and networking opportunities
• Attract and retain sufficient members to be financially sustainable
• Operate in a way that is enjoyable, fun and family-friendly

Governance

As a membership organisation, the ultimate ownership and direction of the Institute of Water resides in the hands of members.

Regional activities are run by Area Committees made up of volunteers drawn from local membership. There are eight areas covering the UK.

The Institute of Water has a small Board of Directors and an Area Forum. The Board are responsible for managing the business, policy implementation and legal compliance. The Area Forum concentrates on sharing best practice whilst retaining the ability to influence overall strategy and policy-making.

The Area Forum comprises one Corporate Member from each Area of the Institute of Water plus the Non-Exec Chair, the Marketing & Events Manager and the only Executive member of the Board, the Institute of Water Chief Executive. Area Representatives, who must be Corporate Members, will be elected at Area AGMs, normally for a period of 3 years. Members will be advised of the nomination process when they receive notice of their Area AGM.

The Institute of Water has 4 members of staff. The Chief Executive, Marketing & Events Manager, Marketing & Events Assistant and Office Manager are based at IW Headquarters in Gateshead.