Careers for Change: Storytellers
2024-09-19 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
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Co-work @Reservoir: Government Affairs and Communications
2024-10-01, 2024-11-12, 2025-03-04 14:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
Work by water with us!
Join the Reservoir Center team for regular opportunities to work at Reservoir and build community with other water professionals that work in your field.
To build community we’ll co-work in the open collaboration space but private office spaces will be available if you need to take virtual meetings. 1 week before the day you will be contacted with details related to lunch and office space needs. Workday starts at 9am, lunch break around 12:30pm and then coffee/tea break at 3:30pm. Space is limited to 15 people per day so please only sign up for dates that you know you can attend.
You can’t join this one? See our co-work days schedule here.
RSVP
Group Descriptions:
Rising Water Professionals – This group is for young professionals (those under 35) who work in a water related field and are looking to build community with other like-minded young professionals.
Government Affairs and Communications – If you work in public policy, government affairs or communications for a water related organization this group is for you.
Water Problem Solvers – This group is for professionals whose work focuses on solving water problems for communities. Engineers and non-engineers welcomed.

Co-work @Reservoir: Water Problem Solvers
2024-10-10, 2024-11-19, 2025-02-27 14:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-24 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States

Walking Tour of the Navy Yard
2024-10-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
What a day exploring Navy Yard’s water story!

Thanks to everyone who joined our walking tour last week. We traced the area’s transformation from a bustling shipyard to a vibrant waterfront community. From learning about Yards Park’s sustainable design to the Anacostia Riverwalk’s restoration efforts, it was inspiring to see how water has shaped this neighborhood’s past, present, and future.

RWP Autumn Hike
2024-10-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Cleveland Park Metro, 3529 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Join your friends from the Reservoir Center’s Rising Water Professionals for an autumn hike at the peak of fall colors!
During the hike we’ll check out the historic Pierce Mill and explore some nearby trails. Don’t forget to bring water and dress for the weather.
Meet outside the Cleveland Park Metro Station on the east side of Connecticut Avenue (by the Target parking lot) and walk 15 minutes to Rock Creek Park.
Registration for this event has closed. If you'd like to attend please email info@reservoircenter.org

Co-work @Reservoir: Rising Water Professionals
2024-10-25, 2024-12-04, 2025-05-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States

Election Day Clean Up
2024-11-05 09:30 - 11:30
Bring your “I Voted” sticker to Anacostia Park for an Election Day Clean-Up.
We invite the Reservoir Center community to join us for a morning of service to clean up our neighbor across the river, Anacostia Park.
All clean up materials will be provided.
Youth under 18 are welcome to join but must been accompanied by a guardian at all times.
Meeting location will be shared in a logistics email sent on Friday, November 1.

We have reached capacity for this event. If you'd like to be on the waitlist, please email us - info@reservoircenter.org

Water and Representation Convening
2024-11-13 11:30 - 16:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
During this event we will explore the critical connections between water issues and community representation. This event will bring together leaders, researchers, and advocates to discuss tools and strategies for empowering communities to educate policymakers on water security, environmental justice, and resource access. Topics will include storytelling on water justice, economic fragility, and ways to engage policymakers in actionable solutions.
Note – this is a hybrid event.
Brought to you by: Alabama Water Institute, The Undivide Project, Environmental Policy Innovation Center

Time
Who
Description

11:30am Doors Open – Lunch Provided/Networking

12:15 – 12:35 (20 minutes)
Dennis Chestnut
Opening remarks

12:35 – 1:15pm Collective Share Session | Name, Org, 1 Problem or wicked issue you’re struggling with related to water and representation

1:15 – 1:45
(30 minutes)
Monica Sanders, Gabe Watson, Mike Gremillion
A diverse set of experts hailing from academia, government, and non-profit sectors, their work has touched many aspects of water issues in the mid-Atlantic and beyond.

1:45 – 2:25
(40 minutes)
Georgia Parolski, UMD
The Maryland Safe Drinking WATER Study: An initiative to protect Maryland’s drinking water

2:20-2:30 break/networking

2:30 – 3:15
(40 minutes)
Evan Isaacson, Chesapeake Legal Alliance
How A Little Known Environmental Right in U.S. Law Remains the Missing Piece to Achieving Clean Water for All

3:15 – 4:15
(60 minutes)
Monica Sanders, Gabe Watson
Learn about a vast ecosystem of data and tools to support advocacy including an opportunity to ‘try out’ tools from federal, state, and non-profit developers and assess strengths and weaknesses in their own work. Water and Representation Tool Resource List

Virtual Curated Dialogue - Safe Drinking Water Act at 50
2024-12-16 15:30 - 16:30 | Private: Virtual
Join the Association of State Drinking Water Administrators (ASDWA) and the Reservoir Center for Water Solutions for a dialogue focused on the 50th Anniversary of the Safe Drinking Act.
Come ready to discuss certain successes and challenges of the Safe Drinking Water Act and what the sector would like to see in the future.
This is an active event where participants will be placed in topical breakout sessions to discuss short-term and long-term visons for drinking water in the US.
RSVP closes on December 12.
Zoom link will be sent on December 13.
RSVP has closed for this event. If you'd like to attend please email info@reservoircenter.org

Co-work @Reservoir: End of Year Open Cowork Day
2024-12-19 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
Work by water with us!
Join the Reservoir Center team for regular opportunities to work at Reservoir and build community with other water professionals that work in your field.
To build community we’ll co-work in the open collaboration space but private office spaces will be available if you need to take virtual meetings. 1 week before the day you will be contacted with details related to lunch and office space needs. Workday starts at 9am, lunch break around 12:30pm and then coffee/tea break at 3:30pm. Space is limited to 15 people per day so please only sign up for dates that you know you can attend.
RSVP
Group Descriptions:
Rising Water Professionals – This group is for young professionals (those under 35) who work in a water related field and are looking to build community with other like-minded young professionals.
Government Affairs and Communications – If you work in public policy, government affairs or communications for a water related organization this group is for you.
Water Problem Solvers – This group is for professionals whose work focuses on solving water problems for communities. Engineers and non-engineers welcomed.

Virtual - Crafting Your Elevator Pitch: Voices of Reservoir Workshop
2025-01-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Private: Virtual
This interactive virtual workshop is designed for leaders of the Reservoir Center partner organizations to enhance their communication skills and effectively convey their work and success stories. The workshop will be led by Travis Loop of waterloop, a media partner at the Reservoir Center.
Why Attend?

Understand the importance of a compelling elevator pitch for promoting your organization’s initiatives and achievements.
Learn to structure your pitch with an intro, sections about your organization and role, a brief success story to illustrate your work, and a call to action.
Discover how to use the three-legged messaging stool, which features a top-line message supported by a statistic, soundbite, and story.
Gain valuable presentation skills, including tips on speaking confidently, posture, and body language to enhance your delivery on camera.

What to Expect:

Introduction to Elevator Pitches: Discuss the significance of an elevator pitch in the context of organizational communication and review examples of effective pitches.
Crafting Your Pitch: Roll up your sleeves and start crafting your personalized pitch. The session will guide you through each component, ensuring your message is clear and impactful. Learn the three-legged messaging stool technique, which includes creating a top-line message supported by a relevant statistic, a memorable soundbite, and a compelling story.
Presentation Skills: Learn valuable advice on how to present yourself confidently on camera, including speaking tips and body language techniques. Plus pick up tips on how to best use a cell phone to record videos for use on social media.
Recording Your Pitch: Each participant will have the opportunity to record their pitch on camera, which can be used to communicate your organization’s work and will also be featured as a part of “Voices of Reservoir.”
Networking and Snacks: Enjoy light refreshments while networking with fellow participants. Share your experiences, gain feedback, and build connections.

About the Facilitator:
Travis Loop is the founder of waterloop, a nonprofit news outlet that explores solutions for sustainability and equity in water. With extensive experience in water communication and media, Travis has been a prominent voice in the industry, helping organizations amplify their messages and drive change. His expertise and passion for water advocacy make him the perfect guide for crafting impactful elevator pitches that resonate with audiences.
A link will be sent about 5 days before the workshop.
Thank you for your interest in this workshop. Registration is closed but if you'd like to be put on the waitlist please email us at info@reservoircenter.org.

Calico Happy Hour 2025
2025-02-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Calico, 50 Blagden Alley NW, Washington DC, DC, 2001, United States
Join Reservoir Center Partners, Friends of Reservoir and other professionals working in Water for a Happy Hour at Calico to reconnect and re-energize.
Light bites will be served between 5:30 and 6:30.
Please RSVP by February 4 so we can give the bar an accurate head count.
If you plan to join please email us at info@reservoircenter.org

Co-work @Reservoir: Rising Water Professionals
2025-03-13 13:00 - 21:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
Work by water with us!
Join the Reservoir Center team for regular opportunities to work at Reservoir and build community with other water professionals that work in your field.
To build community we’ll co-work in the open collaboration space but private office spaces will be available if you need to take virtual meetings. 1 week before the day you will be contacted with details related to lunch and office space needs. Workday starts at 9am, lunch break around 12:30pm and then coffee/tea break at 3:30pm. Space is limited to 15 people per day so please only sign up for dates that you know you can attend.
NEW! During this coworking day we’ll be hosting Link-N-Learn: Level up Your LinkedIn during the lunch break. During this 30 minute workshop you’ll learn how to make LinkedIn work for you! We will discuss how to post like a pro on LinkedIn, engage and build your network, and utilize the platform for more than just job searching. The workshop will be led by Bri Nakamura of Xylem Innovation Labs, a LinkedIn enthusiast.
You can’t join this one? See our co-work days schedule here.
RSVP
Group Descriptions:
Rising Water Professionals – This group is for young professionals (those under 35) who work in a water related field and are looking to build community with other like-minded young professionals.
Government Affairs and Communications – If you work in public policy, government affairs or communications for a water related organization this group is for you.
Water Problem Solvers – This group is for professionals whose work focuses on solving water problems for communities. Engineers and non-engineers welcomed.

How To Be Heard On The Hill
2025-04-01 12:30 - 13:30
Heading to Capitol Hill for Water Week? Make the most of your meetings with Congress by learning what really happens behind closed doors. This webinar will equip you with insider knowledge and practical strategies to ensure your 15-minute visits with legislators and staffers have a lasting impact.

First, Bebe Schaefer, former lobbyist for the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies and now a consultant with EMA, will lead “So You Think You Can Talk to a Senator?”—a fast-paced session on how to communicate effectively, build rapport, and leave a lasting impression.

Then, join Josh Mahan (Senior Director of Government & Industry Relations at Xylem) for an exclusive insider Q&A with John Kane (former EPW staffer and current Policy Director for the Delaware Governor) and Logan Ferree (current staffer with the Water Resources and Environment House subcommittee.) These current and former Senate & House staffers will share candid advice on what happens after your meeting—how staffers think, what motivates them, and why a polite “yes” doesn’t always mean action.

Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or new to Hill meetings, this session will give you the tools to navigate the political landscape, make meaningful connections, and turn your conversations into real influence.
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2i9AVjazTdycGXCiM47StA

Fly In Meet and Greet
2025-04-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Boardwalk Arcade, 715 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC, 20024, United States
Join us at the Wharf to welcome water utility professionals from across the country to DC for the National Water Policy Fly-In.
Light bites and drinks will be provided.
If you plan to join please email us at info@reservoircenter.org

Careers for Change: Resilience Reimagined
2025-04-24 17:30 - 20:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
What is resilience? How can communities achieve greater resilience for all?
Connect with a community of professionals using their careers to reimagine what resilience means for you, your community, and our planet. Share what drives you and connect with others – peers and seasoned pros – striving to have a positive impact on the world.
This event continues our Careers for Change series that empowers professionals to harness their skills and energy to have a positive impact on the world around them.
Everyone is welcome – college students, early and late career professionals, and folks simply looking for a supportive community.

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Co-work @Reservoir: Rising Water Professionals
2025-05-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
Work by water with us!
Join the Reservoir Center team for regular opportunities to work at Reservoir and build community with other water professionals that work in your field.
To build community we’ll co-work in the open collaboration space but private office spaces will be available if you need to take virtual meetings. 1 week before the day you will be contacted with details related to lunch and office space needs. Workday starts at 9am, lunch break around 12:30pm and then coffee/tea break at 3:30pm. Space is limited to 15 people per day so please only sign up for dates that you know you can attend.
During lunch we’ll have a discussion on conference best practices to help everyone prepare for the fall and winter conference season.
You can’t join this one? See our co-work days schedule here.
RSVP
Group Descriptions:
Rising Water Professionals – This group is for young professionals (those under 35) who work in a water related field and are looking to build community with other like-minded young professionals.
Government Affairs and Communications – If you work in public policy, government affairs or communications for a water related organization this group is for you.
Water Problem Solvers – This group is for professionals whose work focuses on solving water problems for communities. Engineers and non-engineers welcomed.

Walking Tour of the Navy Yard May 8
2025-05-08 17:30 - 19:30 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
Join George Hawkins, Founder and CEO of Moonshot Missions with several decades of history in the District for a walking tour of the Navy Yard.

Today the Navy Yard is one of the most vibrant residential and commercial neighborhoods in the city, but it has a unique historical, industrial and cultural past.

This event will take place outside so please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.

Space is available inside to safely store laptops and bags.

Registration for this event has closed. If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, email us at info@reservoircenter.org.

Virtual Link-n-Learn
2025-05-09 12:30 - 13:00 | Private: Virtual
Come learn how to make LinkedIn work for you!
During this virtual session we will discuss how to post like a pro on LinkedIn and utilize the platform for more than just job searching.
Register via Zoom

Co-work @Reservoir: Bike to Work Day
2025-05-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Reservoir Center, 301 Water St SE, Washington, 20003, United States
Work by water with us!
To celebrate Bike to Work Day, we encourage our co-working community to bike to the Reservoir Center and join us for a day of coworking.
Be sure to stop by the SE Capitol Riverfront Canal Park Pit Stop before coming to the center (Register to get your BTWD T-shirt)
To build community we’ll co-work in the open collaboration space but private office spaces will be available if you need to take virtual meetings. 1 week before the day you will be contacted with details related to lunch and office space needs. Workday starts at 9am, lunch break around 12:30pm and then coffee/tea break at 3:30pm. Space is limited to 15 people per day so please only sign up for dates that you know you can attend.
RSVP
