For the purposes of the Conference, the UN-Water Decade Programme on Advocacy and Communication (UNW-DPAC) has produced a series of information briefs on different issues and tools addressed.

• Information brief on the Conference [ - 442 KB]
  This brief provides information on the Conference, issues addressed, who are the organizers, the expected outcomes, the participants, etc.
• Information brief on Water Cooperation [ - 428 KB]
  This brief provides information on water cooperation: why is this theme important? What are the main challenges and benefits? Which tools can be used to promote water cooperation? Some quick facts related to the theme are also highlighted in the brief.
• Information brief on Alternative Dispute Resolution [ - 533]
  This brief provides information on Alternative Dispute Resolution methods: what are the key approaches and techniques? Which skills are required to apply these techniques? The brief also highlights some quick facts and practical examples related to the theme.
• Information brief on Legal Frameworks and Institutional Arrangements [ - 907 KB]
  This brief provides information on legal frameworks and institutional arrangements: in what way do they contribute to water cooperation processes at different levels? The brief highlights a number of key legal frameworks and institutional arrangements and outlines some conditions for success. Some quick facts and examples are also included.
• Information brief on Financing [ - 387]
  This brief provides information on financing water cooperation: what are the main challenges in financing water cooperation processes? Which tools are available for financing water cooperation? What are the main sources? The brief also highlights some quick facts and examples.
• Information brief on Information Sharing and Joint Assessments [ - 423]
  This brief provides information on information sharing and joint assessments: how can they contribute to water cooperation processes at basin levels and in cities? The brief also highlights some conditions for success and some examples.