Young Professionals in the water sector face many challenges, including their choice of career in academia, with the private sector or with not-for-profit organizations.  For Young Professionals who choose academia as their career choice, there are the additional challenges of publishing in peer-reviewed journals. This is especially difficult to navigate in a publication world that includes “predatory journals” and AI-generated articles.

Through keynote presentations and group discussions, Young Professional attendees under the age of 35 will have an opportunity to discuss strategies for navigating their professional career and maximizing the impact of their publications. This forum will provide an opportunity for networking with peers and mentors in a relaxed and welcoming setting.