DWFI has the ambitious goal of having a lasting and significant impact on achieving more food security with less pressure on scarce water resources. The communications team helps the institute facilitate its research, policy, education and development by encouraging information sharing and open dialogue.
The institute’s communication strategy helps build relationships to position DWFI as the preeminent resource for sustainable water and food system research, innovation and education. The institute fosters support by engaging stakeholders in two-way information sharing and sharing updates through email newsletters, website content, social media, news releases and other forms of communication.
Digital and online engagement connects DWFI with its global audience
The Water for Food Podcast continues to be a successful initiative with each new episode averaging over 1,000 downloads.
Coverage of DWFI research and events reaches more than 219 million people
Coverage of DWFI research, announcements and events in various external media outlets over the past year earned the institute a reach of more than 219 million views through 255 media mentions.
Creative storytelling used to amplify DWFI smallholder irrigation research outputs
The DWFI communications team has capitalized on engagement growth in the digital space as a result of the pandemic.
DWFI expertise tapped for national reports and publications
DWFI’s research and expertise is frequently requested for respected industry publications and reports. Here is a sample of the publications.
DWFI staff receive well-deserved recognition
Ishani Lal, a double MS student in Agricultural Economics and Agronomy working with the DWFI policy team, is one of the winners of the 2022 E3 program.
2022 Nebraska Water Center Annual Report now available
The Nebraska Water Center’s 2022 annual report is now available. This report highlights the research, outreach, and training done to support the Water Center’s mission in 2022.