EWB-Professional DC Chapter
Engineers Without Borders DC Professionals bring a wealth of technical expertise and seasoned project management professionals to bear in solving complex problems and working toward the goals of Engineers Without Borders (EWB-USA).
We encourage people from all walks of life to join and aid in the bettering of our world. By working on engineering projects for developing communities and mentoring university students, our professionals are grateful to have the opportunity to work with, and help train, the best and brightest young individuals.
Come to our Next Meeting
EWB-DC will be holding its next meeting on Thursday, January 19, 2012 at 7 PM.
The meeting will be held at the George Washington Hospital Building, and is normally held on the 6th floor.
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Santa Clara Visit 2010
The Santa Clara project will have a comprehensive approach to preventing illness by improving water supply and key hygiene behaviors, especially ensuring safe household drinking water and food, proper personal and domestic hygiene, and effective use of sanitation…
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Our Professionals
Our team of professionals come from all walks of life, and Engineers Without Borders encourages diverse skill sets and backgrounds. We accept and encourage all disciplines to participate in our projects. The common trait that binds us is the desire to change the world, one community at a time. Currently, our professionals are …
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Support EWB-DC
Our projects can only be completed with your help. Whether you would like to join Engineers Without Borders, or make a charitable donation, this site will walk you through it. The GET INVOLVED tab will guide you through numerous ways to change the world. If you would like to participate via donation, the …
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Donate Now
EWB-DC is only able to implement projects through charitable donations. All donations are tax-deductible. By clicking on the DONATE tab, you will find numerous ways that you can donate to the DC Professional Chapter. You can even direct your donation towards a specific project that EWB-DC is currently working on, as per EWB-USA Requirements.
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Get Involved with EWB
Engineers Without Borders DC Professionals bring a wealth of technical expertise and seasoned project management professionals to bear in solving complex problems and working toward the goals of Engineers Without Borders (EWB-USA). We encourage people from all walks of life to join and aid in the bettering of our world. By working on engineering projects …
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Santa Clara Project
Santa Clara (approx. pop. 3,165) is a rural community located between the larger communities of San Rafael Oriente (pop. 16,929) in the San Miguel region and Santa Elena (pop. 16,054) in the Usulután region of El Salvador. The people of Santa Clara suffer many hardships, as the majority live in suboptimal conditions without adequate housing, …
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Changing Communities
When implemented properly, water distribution systems, waste-water management, sanitation, shelter and energy systems can each be a life-altering, world-changing gift to a disadvantaged community. These systems and technologies are funded by you, and as always, the greatest gift you can give is a donation to one or all of our projects.
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Honduras Project
Only a handful of homes have access to water, piped through many miles of hose, and none of the water used by households is treated. This has led to very high mortality rates from water borne pathogens and other illnesses. In the past year, 6 children under the age of one have died, and annually …
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Make a Difference
By donating to Engineers Without Borders USA or the EWB DC Professional Chapter, you will not just be making a difference in the life of a child, a mother, or a family, but a difference in an entire community. Under the PROJECTS tab of this site, you will find details describing why we have selected …
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