In 1992 the
United Nations General Assembly
declared March 22 of each year
World
Water Day to inspire political and community action and encourage greater
global understanding of the need for more responsible water use and conservation.
The theme for this year's event is "Water for the Future", calling on one
and all to observe sustainable approaches to water use for the benefit
of future generations.
It is notable that World Water day, this year, coincides with celebrations
marking 2003 as the
International
Year of Fresh Water, proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly
to increase awareness of the importance of sustainable freshwater use,
management and protection.
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