text: To broaden distribution of information on water and related subjects, AWWA publishes the periodicals Journal AWWA and Opflow.  AWWA also publishes a variety of books, training manuals, standards, reports and videos for use by water professionals and others.  The Association also hosts an annual conference and exposition for the entire organization each summer in North America. Section conferences are also held in all parts of North America. Specialty conferences are held throughout the year on topics including water quality, distribution systems and utility management.  Proceedings of the annual and specialty conferences are published by AWWA.