This chapter examines how plastic debris enters, moves through, and accumulates in ocean systems, helping to understand and mitigate marine pollution, which directly supports SDG 14 by protecting marine ecosystems. By analyzing the sources and distribution of plastic waste, it also relates to SDG 12, which promotes reducing waste and improving the management of materials that impact environmental sustainability.

This chapter supports the UN SDGs by promoting sustainable and efficient hydropower technologies that contribute to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by advancing renewable energy solutions with minimal environmental impact.

This chapter explores the complex relationship between water and society through various theoretical frameworks, emphasizing the concept of “coupled human-water systems” (CHWSs). Recognizing that water and social systems coevolve across multiple scales, the chapter highlights how understanding these interconnected systems is vital for promoting sustainable urban development (SDG 11) and ensuring healthy, resilient communities (SDG 3). By analyzing past, present, and future system dynamics, the chapter aims to inform policies and actions that foster sustainable water management, reduce health risks, and support resilient infrastructure—key elements for advancing both SDG 11 and SDG 3.

This chapter offers scientific insights into how water moves, becomes contaminated, and affects human systems. It strengthens capacity for sustainable water governance through hydrologic understanding.

Hurricanes and floods have been associated with flares in activity in patients with rheumatic diseases.
Hurricanes and floods can negatively impact patients with rheumatic diseases by loss of access to health care providers and medications.
Patients with rheumatic diseases should take protective steps to prepare for emergencies such as hurricanes and floods.
An increase in the range of arthritogenic infections is expected with climate change.
Contamination of water supplies by pesticides, pollutants, endocrine disrupting chemicals, and microplastics has been associated with an increased risk or activity of rheumatic diseases.

Female Leadership Forum: Scaling Impact: Actionable Models for Women’s Leadership

Hosted by Junior Chamber International (JCI) at the 2026 NGO CSW Forum 70, this virtual parallel event spotlights actionable and scalable models that strengthen women’s leadership across sectors and regions.

Date: 18 March 2026
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 PM GMT
Platform: Zoom
Languages: English, Spanish, French, Japanese
Interpretation: Provided