Engineers Without Borders – Ethiopia (EWBE) – Ingenuity Ethiopia
Engineers Without Borders – Ethiopia (EWBE) – Ingenuity Ethiopia
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Empowering Communities Through Sustainable Engineering
Empowering Communities Through Sustainable Engineering
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.
Our Vision:
Our Vision:
To be a catalyst for sustainable development in Ethiopia by empowering communities through engineering solutions that are locally driven, environmentally sustainable, and socially inclusive.
Our Mission:
Our Mission:
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.
Core Values
Community-Centered Design: Solutions are co-created with communities.
Ethical Responsibility: Engineering that respects people and the planet.
Inclusivity and Equity: Ensuring all voices are heard and served.
Sustainability: Long-term impact over short-term fixes.
Collaboration: Working with diverse stakeholders for greater impact.
Innovation: Embracing appropriate and forward-thinking technologies.
Strategic Focus Areas
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WaSH)
Renewable Energy and Climate Resilience
Shelter and Infrastructure Development
Engineering Education and Mentorship
Community Engagement and Capacity Building
Value Proposition of EWBE:
Value Proposition of EWBE:
Community-Centered Engineering: EWBE provides engineering solutions designed with and for the communities, ensuring projects are culturally sensitive, environmentally sustainable, and socially inclusive.
Global Knowledge, Local Application: Utilizing the global network of EWB, EWBE introduces international best practices and innovative technologies to tackle local challenges, ensuring solutions are both state-of-the-art and suitable for the Ethiopian context.
Empowerment Through Education: Focusing on education and capacity building, EWBE empowers local communities and professionals to sustain and develop their own solutions, fostering long-term autonomy.
Ethical and Responsible Engineering: EWBE adheres to globally responsible engineering practices that prioritize the needs of all people within the planet’s limits, aligning with the ethical framework of EWB International.
Collaborative Approach: EWBE values partnerships with local governments, NGOs, and the private sector, collaborating to create a more significant impact than any single entity could achieve alone.
Future-Fit Solutions: With a vision for the future, EWBE is committed to nurturing engineering solutions that are not only effective today but also adaptable to the evolving needs and challenges of tomorrow.
Volunteer Startup Committee Members
EWBE is led by a team of seasoned professionals with expertise in engineering, public health, humanitarian response, and nonprofit management:
Gemechis Bizuayehu – Global WaSH, Shelter & Energy Expert with over 15 years' experience
Wakene Totoba – Senior WaSH Expert with over 15 years' experience
Dr Abelkassim Beshir – WaSH Technical Manager with over 15 years' experience
Takele Hunde – WaSH Coordinator with over 15 years' experience
Tsegaw Hailu—Global WaSH Expert with over 15 years' experience
Wasya Mohammedsurur Abdala – WaSH Coordinator with over 15 years' experience
Dr Tsegamlak Diriba – WaSH Coordinator with over 15 years' experience
Seifu Tsegaye – Project Associate,
Each member brings a wealth of experience in emergency response, infrastructure development, community-led programming, and strategic leadership.
Become a Member of EWBE by completing this Membership Application Form: Access the form Here.
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