WELL is honored to be recognized among nonprofits across the state whose work is shaping communities in partnership with California legislators. This recognition was sponsored by CalNonprofits, in collaboration with the California State Senate and Assembly.
This achievement belongs to our entire community. It reflects years of shared commitment to expanding access, strengthening leadership, and building a more equitable water future for California.
OUR MISSION
WELL's Watershed Learning Labs Program
The Watershed Learning Labs brought together five school district teams, each dedicated to collaborating and exploring water resilience and sustainability opportunities on their campus.

E2L Applications Now Open
Ready to take the next step in your leadership journey?
E2L is a leadership development program created by industry leaders for mid-level professionals in the water and energy sectors. Applications close July 24, 2026.
UnTapped Applications Now Open
Are you a local elected official looking to expand your knowledge of California's water challenges?
The UnTapped Fellowship is a selective six-month leadership development program designed for local elected officials who want to deepen their understanding of California water policy and become more effective leaders.
FREE live webinar on August 20, 2026.
Public policy changes at the state and regional levels are reshaping the future of water management across California, with significant implications for affordability, reliability, and long-term planning. As communities navigate a changing regulatory landscape, understanding these shifts is critical to addressing both immediate and long-term water challenges.
Released in March 2026, an expanded study highlights the inequities in California’s water governance, where women, Latinos, and other communities of color remain underrepresented in local and regional water decision-making.

OUR IMPACT
2,000
2,000 leaders have been educated about California’s water challenges through WELL’s various programs.
120
120 elected officials have graduated from WELL’s UnTapped Fellowship Program.
4 Million
33
33 mid-level professionals in the water and energy sector have graduated from WELL’s Educate 2 Lead Program .




