Who We Are
The WISER Program is a statewide initiative led by UC ANR's California Institute for Water Resources that strengthens community capacity, science communication, and access to research-based information on drinking water, water quality, and watersheds.
WISER connects UC campuses, UC Cooperative Extension, community organizations, students, and water professionals to co-create practical resources and support informed decision-making for healthy, resilient watersheds.
Our Five Strategic Areas
1. Science Communication & Digital Outreach
Web, podcasts, webinars, videos, infographics, and digital storytelling.
2. Extension Materials & Guides
Bilingual, practical resources for communities, households, and practitioners.
4. Community Engagement & Participatory Water Monitoring
Water literacy, workshops, community science, and participatory monitoring.
5. Partnerships & Peer Collaboration
Collaboration across UC, agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community partners.