This episode, we spotlight Jenica Dizon-Mountford of Waves for Water, her journey into water advocacy, the impact of typhoons on water access, and the importance of clean water as a basic human right. Listen as we delve into the challenges faced in delivering clean water across an archipelago, misconceptions about water access, and the role of community engagement in addressing these issues.

Jenica Dizon-Mountford is the Country Director for Waves For Water Philippines, a humanitarian organization focused on water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) solutions for underserved communities. Her career spans roles in tourism, corporate sustainability, and environmental policy. Most recently, Jenica was recognized as one of the 2024 The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) awardees and 2024 Women of the Future ESG/ Sustainability category winner for Southeast Asia. Outside work, Jenica also served as a part-time lecturer at Ateneo, and is a PADI-certified rescue diver, and calisthenics enthusiast.