The governance mechanisms of the Forum revolve around an International Steering Committee composed by Senegal and the World Water Council which oversees the implementation of the crucial actions of the road map, the preparatory process and the organization of the Forum.
International Steering Committee (ISC) of the 9th World Water Forum Bureau
| Position | Name | Organisation |
|---|---|---|
| Co-Chair of the International Steering Committee | Patrick Lavarde | WWC |
| Co-Chair of the International Steering Committee | Abdoulaye Sène | Executive Secretary of the 9th World Water Forum |
| Member of the ISC Bureau | Paulo Salles | ADASA - Brasil |
| Member of the ISC Bureau | Rui Godinho | Portuguese Association of Water and Wastewater Services |
| Member of the ISC Bureau | Abou Amani | UNESCO |
| Member of the ISC Bureau | Ababacar Ndao | Gambia River Basin Organization (OMVG) |
| Member of the ISC Bureau | Bai Mass Taal | Executive Secretary of the 9th World Water Forum |
| Member of the ISC Bureau | Mamadou Dia | Aquafed |
