The MOLE conference series, first organised in 1989 by a group of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), has become the primary platform for discussing issues related to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH).
This feat has been attained due to the tenacity of purpose, commitment and dynamic leadership exhibited by the trailblazers and subsequently the Coalition of NGOs in Water and Sanitation (CONIWAS), the effective collaboration with other key players including central and local government institutions, development partners, academic and research institutions, and the private sector among others.
This year’s conference is happening with just five years to the 2030 timeline of Sustainable Development Goal (SDGs), with innovations, partnerships and evidence as critical enablers to accelerate Ghana’s quest to achieve the SDG 6 – Water and Sanitation for All by 2030! At the national level, discussions abound on evidence for a harmonized and regulated WASH sector to catalyze momentum into the future.
Participants will benefit from an open forum showcasing Ghana’s WASH innovations, partnerships, and practical experiences and encouraging cross-learning.
The conference connects stakeholders from NGOs, the private sector, government, academia, and development partners, building trust and fostering channels for Partnerships and integration.
Participants will engage in evidence-informed policy discussions with regulators and sector leaders and participate in institutional reflection to align Ghana’s National WASH strategies.
Participants will explore emerging technologies and scalable, last-mile solutions for underserved communities, including market-based and pro-poor models for WASH infrastructure.
The conference will discuss climate-resilient and equitable WASH service models, draw attention to gender, disability, and geographic disparities in access.
We invite researchers, scholars, and professionals to submit their papers for presentation at the upcoming MOLE Conference.
We invite researchers, scholars, and professionals to submit their papers for presentation at the upcoming MOLE Conference. This platform offers a unique opportunity to showcase innovative research, share insights, and engage with peers across various disciplines.
Submissions should align with the conference themes and demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in the field.
Join us in contributing to meaningful discussions and expanding the frontiers of academic and practical understanding.
The Conference approaches and topics to be discussed include the following:
Key Pathways:
1. Demonstrating appropriate, scalable, and context-responsive innovations in service delivery.
2. Digital innovations for data capture, service monitoring, and tariff management in WASH.
3. Addressing gender, disability, and equity considerations in service delivery.
Key Pathways:
1. Cross-sector integration with education, health, climate, and urban development.
2. Multi-level coordination and collaborations with CSOs in sustaining progress in WASH.
3. Innovative public-private and donor-CSO partnerships in WASH delivery in Ghana.
Key Pathways:
1. Climate-Responsive Financing Mechanisms for the WASH Sector in Ghana.
2. Inclusive/Blended financing and governmental funding mechanisms for WASH.
3. Towards post-construction and O&M financing of WASH infrastructure.
Key Pathways:
1. Regulatory oversight, standards, and accountability mechanisms for the WASH Sector.
2. Sector-wide data systems, performance monitoring, and learning frameworks.
3. Translating evidence into action through research uptake and policy advocacy.
Absolutely! We look forward to hosting you in Central Region, this October.
You can book accommodation at a partner hotel using the special reservation links provided below:
You can get to your accommodation by taxi or Uber. Taxis can be booked on-demand from the airport, or you can pre-arrange taxi transport before you commence your journey. Possible taxi companies you could consider. For the Uber service, you can download the Uber application in your home country before travel and can try to connect to the airport free Wi-Fi to book the service.
There is no set deadline to register, but if you need to cancel your registration, please let us know at least four weeks before the conference so we can make the necessary arrangements, including with the venue. If you pay by credit card and cancel by September 28, 2025 (11:59 PM EST), you’ll receive a full refund. Cancellations made on or after September 29, 2025, will incur a $50 cancellation fee, and the rest of your payment will be refunded.
All conference participants are responsible for funding 100% of their conference costs, including registration, travel, accommodation, and other logistics. If you are unable to cover these costs, you are encouraged to request support from your employer. We also highly encourage you to apply for a travel scholarship and other available scholarships if you need additional support.
Yes, if you register for two days and decide to stay for an extra day, there will be an additional fee for that day, and for any other extra days you choose to attend the conference.
We recommend reaching out to the conference organizing team to make your request. They’ll do their best to accommodate you where possible, but please note that changes aren’t guaranteed.
Credit card, checks, and bank wires. Please contact the Water Institute at waterinstitute@sph.unc.edu for details, if you need to pay via bank wire. Kindly inform the Water Institute at info@moleconference.org when you mail a check, so we can expect it.
Sorry to hear you can’t make it. Refunds follow the UNC Water and Health Conference Refund Policy. If you let us know by email (info@moleconference.org) at least four weeks before the conference, we can adjust with the venue. Cancel by September 28, 2025 (11:59 PM GMT) for a full refund if you paid by credit card. After that, a $50 cancellation fee applies, and the rest will be refunded.
If your visa is denied, just send us proof by email (waterinstitute@sph.unc.edu) and we’ll waive your registration fee. If you haven’t paid yet, please go ahead and cancel your registration. If you’ve already paid, let us know as soon as possible with the documentation so we can refund you without a cancellation fee.
Please let the conference organizers know as soon as possible so your spot can be given to the next best scored abstract on the waiting list (info@moleconference.org). Presentation and scholarships are made available annually. You’re still very welcome to join virtually! You can register for the online conference once virtual registration opens on the Virtual Office website.
Your abstract is due for submission by August 2, 2025, by 11:59PM GMT
You can submit your abstract through the Abstract portal.
The word limit is 500 words.
You can refer to the Abstract Guideline
If your abstract is accepted, you’ll receive an email with the date and time of your presentation from the Conference organizing team (info@moleconference.org). Abstracts are reviewed through a double-blind peer review process, and successful applicants will be asked to confirm their attendance and begin travel arrangements. Keep an eye on your inbox.
No, you won’t be assigned both. Your abstract was upgraded to a verbal presentation when a space for a verbal presentation became available. We offer high-scoring posters the chance to present verbally when a space opens up and the presenter indicated interest in either format on their registration form.
Yes, if the co-author was mentioned in the submitted abstract and registered (or registers) for the Conference.
Yes, you need to register to confirm your place. All in-person participants are required to make payment to access the Conference.
Unfortunately, virtual presentations aren’t possible. If a co-author can present on your behalf, please let the organizers know (info@moleconference.org). If no one is available, your place will be offered to the next highest-scoring abstract.
A PowerPoint template is available upon request, but it is not required. Please upload your presentation in your session room at least 15 minutes before your session starts. You are expected to stay within your allotted time and bring a backup copy of your presentation on a USB drive. Closer to the conference, a link will be shared for those who wish to upload their presentations in advance.
Side event proposals are due on August 2, 2025, at 11:59 PM GMT.
You will receive an email from the Conference Organizing Team informing you of your selection. Keep an eye out for an email from the info@moleconference.org.
Unfortunately, side events must be led in person. However, you may include virtual presenters. Please ensure virtual presenter details are sent to the MOLE Conference Desk in advance so they can be granted appropriate access to the Zoom platform.
All approved side event organizers will be invited to an online information session with tips on hosting a successful event.
No problem! A link to the session recording and a PDF of the presentation will be emailed to all approved side event contacts. We strongly encourage side event organizers to review these materials.
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