Integrated River Basin Management and Restoration Training

Program Date

11 Dec 15 Dec 2023

Program Location

Hanoi, Vietnam

Program Venue

Skylark Hotel

Registration Closing Date

31 Oct 2023

Program Introduction

Nealy 82% of the world population is served by rivers meeting the ends of global freshwater demand. Transboundary basins provide water for 3 billion people worldwide. As climate change takes its toll on us, securing access to water in a sustainable and equitable manner proves more and more challenging. Integrated River Basin Management (IRBM) is the most promising vehicle for overcoming imminent water crises. Cooperation between states for shared river basin governance and management is simply imperative. Effective water resource management calls for multi-level governance systems that work across scales, sectors, and stakeholder groups.

This training program in Hanoi provides fundamental knowledge and skills for good water governance. It encourages benefits sharing during water management and enables a basin-wide planning perspective. The program focuses on coordination best practices and resource optimization for the greater benefit of all.

Target Audience

The program is suitable for:

Government officials and policymakers
Water resource planners and water management professionals
Stakeholder and community representatives
Members of international and regional organizations
Members of water user associations
Members of environmental and conservation organizations
Committee members of river basins
Technical experts

Program Objectives

Upon the successful completion of this training program, its delegates shall be able to:

Understand key challenges associated with river basin management and appreciate the importance of integrated approach
Comprehend the principles, components, and frameworks of IRBM
Contribute to water resource planning and allocation
Optimize and balance competing water demands
Encourage stakeholder participation in IRBM process
Learn how to operate IRBM under existing laws and regulatory requirements

Program Contents

First Day

River basins and their characteristics
Key challenges with river basin management
Understanding integrated water resources management
Need for an integrated approach in river basin management
The principles and components of Integrated River Basin Management (IRBM)
Approaches to IRBM; Applied Frameworks
Benefits for water resources, ecosystems, and communities

Second Day

Integrated water resource assessment
Water availability and quantity; Hydrological modeling
Principles for water allocation and water rights
Water allocation frameworks; The decision-making process
Optimizing and managing competing water demands
The ecosystem-based approach in IRBM
Land use planning

Third Day

Basin-wide planning; Integrated River basin management plans
Multiscale IRBM
Engaging stakeholders
Balancing socio-economic development and environmental conservation
IRBM as a tool for inclusion
IRBM and climate change adaptation
Data management and information systems for IRBM

Fourth Day

IRBM policies and regulatory framework
Collaborative approaches and formation of partnerships
Challenges with implementing integrated river basin management
Monitoring and evaluation of IRBM performance
Indicators for assessing the desired impact

Fifth Day – Knowledge Reinforcement and Real-life Adoption of Theoretical Base

The last day of the program will be entirely dedicated to hands-on practice and knowledge reinforcement. Throughout this ultimate session, program delegates will become actively involved in many group assignments, panel discussions, scenario analyses, and case studies.

To diversify the expertise and acquire specific knowledge regarding the host country’s/region’s IRBM plans and practices, Risalat will invite guest speakers from local governmental institutions and development organizations.

Program Methodology

The methodology used encourages maximum participation of all delegates. The consultant will lead sessions through open presentations and support them with interactive exercises, flipped learning, case studies, video demonstrations, and group assignments. Panel Discussions and Scenario Analysis make up a fair share of the program.

Risalat will involve several guest presenters from partner development organizations and public bodies engaged in integrated river basin management to make discussions more vibrant and diversified. The speakers will be selected based on audience requirements, interests, and backgrounds.

Host Country Profile

Viet Nam is heavily reliant on international rivers. Over 60% of the total average yearly surface water discharge gets generated outside the country. Six river basins depend on water inflows from other countries. In the meantime, other countries also depend on inflows from rivers originating in Viet Nam. Considering this, the country has long recognized the importance of integrated river basin management and water resource management.

Over a decade ago, Viet Nam adopted a law on water resources in line with integrated water resources management principles, including river basin management, environmental flow, and water quality management. The said law also acknowledged the existence of multiple water users to be considered in managing water resources.

Integrated River Basin Management and Restoration Training

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Program Fee GBP4250

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