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Paragraph 121 of the Future We Want, Rio+20
Water and sanitation
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We reaffirm our commitments regarding the human right to safe drinking water and sanitation, to be progressively realized for our populations with full respect for national sovereignty. We also highlight our commitment to the 2005- 2015 International Decade for Action, "Water for Life".

Supporting Initiatives
UNESCO has actively participated in the Water Thematic Consultation in coordination with other UN-Water members
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
United Nations