Education Pillar

ISAWWA is committed to delivering high-quality educational experiences through seminars, webinars, conferences, and on-demand learning that ensures members and industry professionals stay informed and equipped to lead in a rapidly evolving industry.  Educational topics are based on career pathways, emerging trends, regulatory changes and technological innovation.

Integrated Water Management

The Integrated Water Management Committee delivers practical, up-to-date training and learning opportunities for drinking water professionals across Illinois. Our focus spans the full potable water cycle—from protecting source water to treating and distributing safe, reliable drinking water.

Water Recovery and Resilience Systems

The Water Recovery and Resilience Systems Committee provides practical, technical education focused on wastewater systems and long-term water sustainability. Our programming spans from collection systems, treatment, stormwater, and water reuse.

Operations and Management

The Operations and Management Committee supports the professionals who keep total water systems running efficiently, safely, and sustainably every day. We provide technical education and practical resources focused on operations, technology, safety and specialized roles across all total water systems.

Member Engagement Pillar

The intentional cultivation of meaningful relationships with members through strategic communications, networking opportunities, personalized content, and inclusive volunteer opportunities.  ISAWWA fosters engagement by promoting the value of membership, recognizing contributions, and strengthening the organization to ensure every member feels connected and empowered to contribute.  

Communication and Recognition

The Communications and Recognition Committee creates engaging content that celebrates the water profession and strengthens the ISAWWA member experience. We highlight industry achievements, share key messages, and promote the value of ISAWWA membership through communications, storytelling, and recognition programs.

Events and Engagement

The Events and Engagement Committee creates meaningful opportunities for members to connect through social, educational, and charitable events. Our goal is to strengthen relationships across the industry while supporting water-related causes and the ISAWWA community.

Professional Communities

ISAWWA Professional Communities bring members together to build meaningful connections, share resources, and support one another throughout their careers. These groups create space for networking, leadership development, and community—strengthening the profession across Illinois.

Professional communities are designed to build connection, shared learning and relationship building around common interests, roles or experiences.  They are unlike committees or councils in that they are member-driven, supporting YOU and your current needs. Connect with our NEW Professional Communities; Veterans in Water, Women in Water, or Young Professionals HERE.

Workforce Development Pillar

Our commitment to attracting, retaining and advancing professionals in our industry by investing in career pathways, technical training and leadership development.  ISAWWA supports the next generation by connecting talent from local communities to industry opportunities and nurturing long-term growth through structured development programs.  ISAWWA promotes career opportunities starting in high schools across the state of Illinois through career fairs, apprenticeship programs, local tours of facilities and online resources.  

Industry Recruitment

The Industry Recruitment Committee introduces the water profession as a career of choice to the next generation of water and wastewater leaders. We connect students, veterans, and non-traditional audiences with the people, pathways, and opportunities that power the water industry.

Professional Advancement

The Professional Advancement Committee supports ISAWWA members through programs, education, and opportunities that strengthen professional growth and leadership development. We help members build the skills, confidence, and connections needed to advance their careers and expand their impact.

Community Impact Pillar

The advancement of public understanding and trust in the water industry through outreach, education and storytelling.  ISAWWA amplifies its impact by expanding the public perception program, developing comprehensive communication plans and offering educational resources that highlight the full water cycle and its importance in everyday life.  

Community Outreach

The Community Outreach Committee advances public understanding and trust in the water industry through education, engagement, and community-based programs. We help connect water professionals with residents and decision-makers to highlight the value of safe, sustainable water.

Youth Outreach Pillar

The Youth Outreach Committee builds interest in water and the water profession by engaging students in grades K–8 through hands-on learning and educational resources. We help students understand the water cycle, where their water comes from, and how water professionals protect public health every day.

Councils

The Water Utility Council (WUC) serves to educate law makers on the total water issues and the Manufactures Associates Council (MAC) serves to ensure the private sector of the water industry has a strong representation within ISAWWA.

Water Utility Council

The Water Utility Council represent member utilities and other entities as we education and promote effective legislation and regulations for the total water community. 

Manufactures/Associates Council (MAC)

The ISAWWA Manufacturers/Associates Council (MAC) is a dedicated group of professionals from the private sector—including service providers, consultants, and manufacturers—who work to ensure strong representation and engagement within the Illinois Section of AWWA. We serve as a voice for our members, advocating for their interests and promoting their active involvement throughout the year.