Our Greek entity, Watershed Greece MKO, ceased operations on 31 December 2025. On 23 May 2026, the general assembly of Watershed e.V. resolved to dissolve the association, and we are currently in liquidation. For questions or concerns, please contact us at [email protected] or our liquidator, Patrik, at [email protected].
About us
What we do
Since 2017, Watershed has been building and improving water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities, as well as safe shelter for refugees arriving in Europe. We strive for quality facilities which provide a small amount of normality to people’s lives.
Our work is based on internationally recognised standards drawn up by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Sphere Handbook.
Why we exist
We know that access to clean water, decent sanitation and shelter are vital for everyone’s dignity, mental and physical health. However, in face of Europe’s biggest migration crisis of the 21st century, thousands fleeing conflict and oppression do not have access to these basic services.
How we work
We are committed to making a difference, where the need is most pressing. When there is a blockage, we unblock it. When something is missing, we replace it. When something is broken, we fix it. When there is a leak, we stop it. If something is dirty, we clean it.
Who we are
We are a group of dedicated, passionate engineers and builders providing a fast and efficient humanitarian response. What unites us is a practical, hands-on mentality, a solution-driven spirit and the joint wish to deliver the maximum benefit to as many people in need as we can.
It all started with Patrik, Jonathan, Jef, Sian and Sean meeting as volunteers from across the continent in Thessaloniki in 2016. In the face of a freezing winter, we built wooden floors under tents and made urgent repairs to heating and electrical systems. Since then, much has happened. We became friends with a common interest and we are still working together today. Long term team members who have luckily joined our team are Andreas, Charlie, Jonas, Christina, Eleni, Anastasia, Giacomo, Paul, Stelios and Eva, – as well as a number of volunteers from all over the world, all committed to fighting for the dignity of people on the move in Europe’s border zones.
