The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is hosting the Global Conference on "Prosperity through hydrological services" in Geneva, Switzerland, from 7 to 9 May 2018. This conference is organized within the UN decade "Water for Sustainable Development" with IAHS as a partner.

The HydroConference aims to foster collaboration on improving the availability and use of hydrological services worldwide by:

• Promoting collaboration for new and ongoing initiatives, including the establishment of data exchange;
• Leveraging the knowledge and expertise of the full range of water stakeholders to coordinate efforts towards greater impact; and 
• Mobilizing public and private sector leaders to leverage support for key initiatives.

More information about the conference, including the programme, registration and logistical details is available at the conference website: hydroconference.wmo.int