The North Central Region Water Network is a 12-state collaboration designed to enhance connectivity across regional and state water projects, develop and carry out integrated outreach and education efforts, and coordinate projects with measurable short and long-term environmental and social impacts. The network is overseen by an Extension based regional director, a team of Extension appointed state contacts, and a regional administrative council comprising state Extension directors, university personnel, representatives from state and federal agencies, business and industry representatives, NGO staff, and researchers/educators with water-related expertise. Support is provided by an experienced team of administrative specialists representing multiple partner institutions.