Filipa Anacoreta Correia

Deputy Head of the Water Unit, ICRC

Filipa Anacoreta Correia is a passionate humanitarian with over 20 years of international experience, primarily with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), mainly across Africa and Asia where she has managed and led Water & Habitat programs. With a background in architecture and a Master’s in Humanitarian Leadership, Filipa brings a multidisciplinary and inclusive approach to sustainable development and public health engineering. Her work focuses on collaboration, strategic coordination and strengthening partnerships for long-term impact. Outside of work, she is an avid hiker, a creative spirit who launched a circular economy project, and someone who believes that meaningful change starts with listening and connection.