Mina’s Speeches

Interactive Dialogue 5, UN-Water Conference, 2023

After completing 200 marathons in one year, Mina spoke at the first UN Water Conference in nearly 50 years. Her journey culminated on the steps of the United Nations in New York, where she went on to deliver this powerful message.


High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, 2023

During the 2023 UN Water Conference, Mina spoke at the SDG 6 and Water Action Agenda Special Event opening at the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development. As the Master of Ceremonies, Mina called on leaders to take immediate steps to ensure sustainable water management, stressing the importance of collaboration.


Davos (World Economic Forum), 2023

During her journey of running 200 Marathons in one year for water, Mina prepared a speech for the World Economic Forum where she focused on systemic change and urged global leaders to prioritise water in their decision-making frameworks


28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), 2023

At COP28, Mina delivered a powerful speech at the Australian Water Pavilion, calling for greater alignment between the challenges faced on the ground in local communities and the discussions held in conference rooms at global events like COP.


Dushanbe Water Process conference, 2022

Mina’s gripping address to UN delegates brought attention to the real-world consequences of the water crisis and the urgent need for unified global action.


UN SDG6 Global Acceleration Framework launch, 2020

At the SDG6 Global Acceleration Framework Launch, Mina had the honor of representing civil society. The event brought together diverse sectors—including UN agencies, governments, the private sector, and civil society—to drive progress toward achieving the SDG6 water and sanitation goals by 2030.


SDG Action Zone, United Nations General Assembly, 2019

At the SDG Action Zone, Mina Guli delivered a Lightning Talk on the evolution of her RunningDry campaign. Mina shared how the campaign sparked global conversations on water, inspiring others to join the fight for a better future.


Speaking at YPO EDGE, Mina shares her powerful message about the critical impact of water scarcity, which she identifies as the greatest threat facing humanity.

YPO EDGE, 2016