Access Quote by Alfred-Maurice de Zayas
“With the growth of the world population, the global climate change and the need for a greater healthy environment, access to water resources has become a crucial condition for the realization of an equitable international order, where the needs of the peoples are effectively addressed. In this regard, the need for international cooperation, including in joint effort with relevant non-state actors, is paramount to ensure water is made available to all without discrimination. Water is a human right, an enabling right, not a mere commodity.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: UN Water Forum, 2015
Access to water is essential for fairness and stability worldwide; cooperation and non‑state actors are needed to treat water as a right, not a commodity.
In simple terms: Water is key to equity and must be shared fairly.
Key Takeaway
Promote global water cooperation.
Themes
human rights
environment
equity
cooperation
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
political
advocacy
When to use this quote
- policy making
- NGO projects
- community water systems
- international treaties
Key Concepts
sustainability
resource allocation
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can nations prioritize water equity?
- What role should NGOs play?
A Different Perspective
Political disagreements can hinder joint initiatives.
