Engineers Without Borders – Ethiopia (EWBE) is a startup chapter of the global Engineers Without Borders (EWB) movement, dedicated to leveraging engineering to create sustainable, community-driven solutions for underserved communities across Ethiopia. Founded by a multidisciplinary team of professionals with decades of experience in humanitarian engineering, EWBE is committed to ethical, inclusive, and impactful development.
To be a catalyst for sustainable development in Ethiopia by empowering communities through engineering solutions that are locally driven, environmentally sustainable, and socially inclusive.
To harness and mobilize engineering expertise to tackle Ethiopia’s pressing development challenges—focusing on clean water, sanitation, renewable energy, and resilient infrastructure—while empowering local communities through capacity building and fostering sustainable innovation.
Strategic Focus Areas
💧 Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WaSH) – Delivering safe water, sanitation, and hygiene solutions to underserved communities.
☀️ Renewable Energy & Climate Resilience – Providing solar and other renewable technologies to strengthen community resilience.
🏗️ Shelter & Infrastructure – Building and rehabilitating resilient infrastructure for schools, health facilities, and community spaces.
🎓 Education & Mentorship – Advancing engineering education, skills development, and capacity‑building programs.
Core Values:
👥 Community-Centered Design – Solutions co-created directly with local communities.
🌱 Sustainability – Prioritizing long-term, lasting impact over short-term fixes.
⚖️ Inclusivity & Equity – Ensuring all voices are heard, respected, and represented.
🤝 Collaboration – Working with diverse partners and stakeholders for greater impact.
💡 Innovation – Embracing practical, creative, and forward‑thinking technologies.
🛡️ Ethical Responsibility – Engineering that safeguards people, communities, and the planet.