During the Croatian week of the WatNex initiative, I had the pleasure of immersing myself in the Croatian case study, an experience closely linked to my Croatian environment. Organizing the side events to network with other project leaders was an added value of our WatNex initiative. Despite the energy and time involved in coordinating these events, the unwavering support from the WatNex team and EJWP made the process much more manageable and enjoyable. The spirit of collaboration and support from our WatNex team colleagues turned what could have been a difficult task into a shared success. This week not only deepened my understanding of the Croatian context, but also reinforced the strength of teamwork within the WatNex initiative.