Water For People

Water and sanitation infrastructure isn't just part of what we do, it is in our DNA. Born out of the American Water Works Association (AWWA), Water For People was established in 1991. In the early 1980s, Ken Miller, senior executive with CH2M and a former president of AWWA; Wayne Weiss, with Black & Veatch; and John B. Mannion, a former executive director of AWWA, shared the vision of a world where all people have access to safe water and adequate sanitation. The three joined forces with others from the water and wastewater industries to initiate Water For People’s creation. Fast forward to present day, and Water For People has become a leader in social responsibility and innovation in the sector. We continue to have a strong partnership with AWWA, the Water Environment Federation, the National Association of Water Companies, the National Association of Clean Water Agencies, and the US Water Alliance. These partners provide Water For People with a venue to stay closely connected with the water and wastewater industries in North America, and we are grateful for their support over the years.