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Message for Chapters - EWB Server Upgrade

Added 2 December 2008 by EWB National

On the 22nd and 23rd of November the EWB server underwent a significant upgrade. In this process it was necessary for all chapter and staff passwords for email accounts to be reset.  read more >>

Pathways to Working in Developing Communities

Added 22 October 2008 by EWB National

The recipe is simple - take returned veterans of aid and development and some bright-eyed bushy tailed lesser experienced professionals....
....add a Trade display of Development Organisations like Oxfam, Australian Red Cross, TEAR etc.... and add some scenarios, formal and informal workshops. Shaken not stirred.  read more >>

WALK AGAINST WARMING 2008

Added 21 October 2008 by EWB National

Saturday 15th November, 1pm, FederationSquare - walking to Parliament House.
Last year the Walk Against Warming saw record numbers of people take to the streets of Melbourne to demand real action against climate change. Two weeks later we had a new federal government, and within a month, Australia had signed the Kyoto protocol.  read more >>

Water for Life - film and speaker

Added 21 October 2008 by EWB National

Oxfam in Brisbane run a monthly interactive film & speaker nights called “Walk Our Talk” which ironically involves sitting down and listening to someone else talking. On the 14 October 2008, Vikki Uhlmann was able to illustrate diverse projects for development led by young people in Nairobi's slums.  read more >>

Interruptions to MyEWB (member log in)

Added 6 October 2008 by EWB National

We are currently making improvements to our online member services by integrating ewb.org.au with a new database system (SalesForce) and an email-sending system (ExactTarget). In the meantime you may experience difficulties logging in to or using MyEWB. Please be patient, it will be working again soon.  read more >>

Kathmandu 08 – A Bideshi’s Slice of Life.

Added 30 September 2008 by EWB National

Kathmandu, the chaotic, vibrant, ancient, Asian city.  read more >>

EWB Climate Change Forum

Added 30 September 2008 by EWB National

The Melbourne University Chapter of Engineers Without Borders recently held a Climate Change Forum on the 18th of September. The event attracted an unprecedented 260 guests. The audience was a diverse mix of University students, University staff, young engineering professionals, members of environmental groups and the general public. All three speakers’ presentations were outstanding.  read more >>

Letters from the field : Pitchandikulam, India

Added 30 September 2008 by EWB National

When I arrived in India I had expected the worst based a lot on the images and stories from various friends and family and what I had seen through various media...  read more >>

New Opportunity

Added 29 September 2008 by EWB National

EWB is looking for a new Finance Officer to join the staff at the national office in Melbourne. This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking to work for an inspiring organisation and become part of an incredible team.  read more >>

EWB Undergraduate Research Projects Now Available for 2009

Added 29 September 2008 by EWB National

Engineers Without Borders Australia (EWB) are pleased to announce the release of our 2009 Undergraduate Research Projects. Interested students are invited to contact our Undergraduate Research Program Coordinator for more information on projects and the application process.  read more >>

Tour de Energie

Added 29 September 2008 by EWB National

As the both the impacts of the proposed carbon trading scheme (CTS) and the acceleration in climate change were being discussed widely in the media, the Victorian Chapter decided that it was time to see the one of Australia’s main emissions culprits up close and personal in the wild; brown coal and the power generation facilities of the La Trobe Valley.  read more >>

EWB welcomes WorleyParsons as a Gold Partner

Added 17 September 2008 by EWB National

The Partnership was finalised last week at a morning tea attended by both organisations, including EWB CEO. Daniel Almagor & WorleyParsons Managing Director Andrew Wood. WorleyParsons announced that their key organisational value of leadership strives to empower individuals and encourage them to take responsibility - which will be demonstrated through their staff's involvement in EWB initiatives.  read more >>

Real Training Opportunities for EWB Members at EWB’s 2008 Conference

Added 15 September 2008 by EWB National

This years Engineers Without Borders Conference will be more than an exciting and inspiring event. It will also give EWB members the chance to take part in training workshops in an engaging learning environment.  read more >>

Sanitation and Water Conference 2008

Added 15 August 2008 by EWB National

Meeting the Challenge in East Asia and the Pacific An international conference hosted by World Vision Australia and supported by the Australian Government and AusAID.  read more >>

2008 a ‘Challenge’ for mining giants

Added 8 August 2008 by EWB National

Mining and resources giants Thiess Pty Ltd and BHP Billiton have teamed up in a partnership to support a design program for first year engineering students. The 2008 Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Challenge is a national design program for a sustainable development project.  read more >>

Join an EWB Development Education Experience

Added 7 August 2008 by EWB National

Places are now open for you to participate in one of EWB's Development Education Experiences to India, Cambodia or the Philippines. Learn more about community development and appropriate technology through a facilitated, first-hand learning experience.  read more >>

Access2008: Knowledge.Resources.Technology

Added 22 July 2008 by EWB National

2008 EWB NATIONAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN!
The unique role of engineers in providing appropriate access for disadvantaged communities will be explored at Engineers Without Borders 2008 National Conference in November.

Melbourne University, November 27th – 29th

Open for registrations from June 30th

Early bird deals available until August 31st  read more >>

How should Australia act on climate change?

Added 16 July 2008 by EWB National

The Australian Government's Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme Green Paper was released today and the Garnuat Review's Draft Report two weeks ago. How do they stack up in terms of equity, poverty alleviation and sustainable development?  read more >>

Make REEL Change!

Added 2 July 2008 by EWB National

The Make Poverty History coalition, in partnership with the Human Rights Arts & Film Festival, is running a short film competition on the human impacts of climate change. So, start filming!  read more >>

National Council 2008

Added 1 July 2008 by EWB National

National Council 2008 was a fantastic success, with over 60 chapter delegates from across the country attending the three day strategy weekend in Springbrook, South-Eastern QLD.  read more >>

Anti-Poverty Week 2008

Added 18 June 2008 by EWB National

Anti-Poverty Week (Oct 12 - 18) focuses on poverty around the world, especially in the poorest countries, but also in wealthier countries such as Australia. Its main aims are to strengthen public understanding of the causes and consequences of poverty and hardship; and to encourage research, discussion and action to address these problems.  read more >>

EWB's End of Financial Year Appeal... now on!

Added 3 June 2008 by EWB National

With the end of the financial year in sight, EWB would like to invite you to get one last tax deduction!

Donations can be made through our website: Donate or through our "Appeal Registry": Registry (enter key EW306).  read more >>

Can GHD dance better than Worley Parsons? You decide!

Added 31 May 2008 by Queensland

so you think your company can dance for reconciliation? Get a team together and represent your chapter or your company on the dance floor....  read more >>

EWB to lauch Reconciliation Action Plan at special event in Sydney this Friday

Added 28 May 2008 by EWB National

In this, Reconciliation Week 2008, EWB is launching our Reconciliation Action Plan at the gala opening night of "ewb elements" - a nationwide touring exhibition of Indigenous art at Sydney’s Customs House this Friday night.  read more >>

EWB ELEMENTS OPENS IN SYDNEY

Added 28 May 2008 by EWB National

This weekend Engineers Without Borders Australia (EWB) brings "ewb elements" a nation-wide touring exibition of Indigenous art to Sydney’s Customs House.  read more >>

EWB Responds to the Myanmar Cyclone

Added 9 May 2008 by EWB National

Engineers Without Borders mourns for those who lost their lives to the devastating cyclone that hit Myanmar (Burma) on Saturday May 3rd and our hearts go out to the millions who are now struggling to survive and rebuild their lives.  read more >>

Volunteer in Bali!

Added 6 May 2008 by EWB National

EWB seeks two in-country Project Coordinators for the Tenganan Water Supply Project to spend 6-12 months in the community of Tenganan in Bali, Indonesia.  read more >>

Guineapigs wanted!

Added 29 April 2008 by EWB National

EWB is looking for Melburnian guineapigs to test our latest software development on. Sign up now!  read more >>

ewb elements

Added 22 April 2008 by EWB National

In 2008 Engineers Without Borders will host ewb elements; Australias largest ever touring exhibition of commercially available Indigenous Art.

ewb elements will feature hundreds of artworks created by Indigenous people from all over Australia; ranging from traditional forms of painting and sculpture through to contemporary expressions in newer mediums.  read more >>

Intake Two: 13 overseas volunteer positions - apply now!

Added 22 February 2008 by EWB National

13 overseas program volunteer positions are now open for applications, including several positions for undergraduate students in our new Future Engineers Program. Apply now!  read more >>

EWBs support for the national apology to the Stolen Generations

Added 14 February 2008 by EWB National

Engineers Without Borders Australia wholeheartedly supports the national apology to Indigenous people and members of the Stolen Generations delivered yesterday (Wednesday 13 February, 2008) by Prime Minister Kevin Rudd on behalf of the Australian Parliament.  read more >>

Launch of EWB Challenge 2008

Added 4 February 2008 by EWB National

December was an exciting month for EWB's Education Unit. Anh Tran and Lizzie Webb were in Melbourne to announce the winners of EWB's 2007 Design Challenge and teamed up with our Cambodian partner organisation to launch the 2008 program.  read more >>

Cambodian Field Blog

Added 23 January 2008 by EWB National

Many EWBers look forward to reading letters from the field from our programs volunteers. Judy at Resource Development International in Cambodia is taking it one step further with a Blog from the Field and Photo Album from the Field.  read more >>

The New Online EWB Store

Added 4 January 2008 by EWB National

Now you can get all you EWB merchandise direct from EWB's new on-line store!

Then you can write in your EWB cards with an EWB pen, while relaxing in your EWB T-Shirt over an EWB mug of coffee.

Ahh, the perfect afternoon!  read more >>

Equal Australia Campaigns Officer

Added 20 December 2007 by EWB National

Are you passionate about the well-being of the Indigenous peoples of Australia, and about reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians? Apply now to help implement EWB's Reconciliation Action Plan and make a real difference.  read more >>

Still need a Christmas Present?

Added 18 December 2007 by EWB National

Give the gift that keeps on giving this Christmas! Make a Christmas Donation to EWB and we will send you a beautiful EWB Christmas Card with room for you to write a message for the recipient. Check out this and more at www.ewb.org.au/store  read more >>

2007 Conference an outstanding success!

Added 3 December 2007 by EWB National

...yesterday was, without doubt, the most inspirational day I have ever attended. That last panel session is something I will remember forever.

- 2007 Conference Delegate

Should EWB go carbon neutral? YOU DECIDE!

Added 16 October 2007 by EWB National

Should EWB go carbon neutral? If so, which offsets should we choose? You, the members of EWB, decide by voting online!

Time is running out, so vote now!  read more >>

End of Year Party

Added 6 October 2007 by Queensland University of Technology

EWB QUT are having an end of year party!  read more >>

EWB-SA Recruiting New Volunteers

Added 3 October 2007 by South Australia

EWB-SA is currently recruiting for new volunteers in SA. Read on to see how you can get involved!  read more >>

EWB National Conference starts this Thursday!

Added 13 September 2007 by EWB National

Delegates will be inspired and challenged by leading experts, academics, development practitioners, activists, business leaders, government officials, entrepreneurs, and innovators at EWB's national conference.

Register now, do not miss this event!  read more >>

WATERAID at barsoma

Added 10 September 2007 by Queensland University of Technology

"barsoma restaurant/club, Fortitude Valley ( Brisbane) hosted its first WaterAid charity event. WaterAid Australia is dedicated to helping some of the world's poorest people escape the stranglehold of poverty and disease caused by living without safe water and sanitation."  read more >>

White Collared, Dirty Handed Volunteering News from the Front

Added 5 September 2007 by EWB National

Eric Mousset is a EWB volunteer who went on a mission to Create better futures for disadvantaged people in the developing world. He talks about his experiences at Digital Divide Data in Phnom Penh.  read more >>

LEGO Wind Turbine Building Competition

Added 30 August 2007 by University of Melbourne

The LEGO Wind Turbine Building Competition was a great success.  read more >>

Inaugural General Meeting held on 23 August

Added 23 August 2007 by University of Melbourne

Engineers Without Borders, University of Melbourne Chapter set to join the MU Student Union  read more >>

Weekly Meetings

Added 23 August 2007 by University of Melbourne

Weekly meetings are held on Thursdays at 1 pm in B309 (Engineering Block B, 3rd Floor). New members always welcome.  read more >>

NSW Wind Turbine event reaches over 750 000 people.

Added 22 August 2007 by NSW

Trains not running and veritable downpours on two of the four days did not stop our LEGO event from hammering in the message of EWB. Over 750 000 people either heard about, read about or saw the turbine and the appropriate technology displays over the course of the four-day event.  read more >>

Engineering Textbooks for Afghanistan

Added 1 August 2007 by University of Melbourne

Ongoing project to collect engineering textbooks for donation to Kabul University, Afghanistan  read more >>

University of Queensland partners with EWB

Added 17 July 2007 by EWB National

The University of Queensland (UQ) has shown its commitment to sustainable development after launching a new Gold Partnership with EWB.

UQ now houses the EWB National Office of Education and Research, directed by Lizzie Webb.

EWB president Daniel Almagor said UQ staff and students had quickly gotten behind the partnership and the UQ Chapter, which already has more than 100 members.  read more >>

Pathways to working in Developing Communities - 2007

Added 1 July 2007 by Queensland

Take a journey (to Queensland) and down pathways of self discovery....

So you would like to work in development??  read more >>

NSW Chapter Retreat a Huge Success

Added 28 June 2007 by NSW

Our Chapter Retreat in Blackheath, in the Blue Mountains, was fun and highly productive.  read more >>

An Epic Journey for Climate Change

Added 21 May 2007 by Queensland

Kayak4earth is about a long trip by special kayak from Brisbane to Adelaide via the inland river system. The trip is about global warming and water. Steve will be conducting Forums with community groups along the way.  read more >>

Stewart makes a world of difference!

Added 13 May 2007 by EWB National

Congratulations to Stewart Davies! As winner of Vodafone Australia Foundation's World of Difference program, Stewart will be given up to $75,000 to cover his salary and Program expenses so that he can work full-time as Program Director for EWB.  read more >>

Asialink Conference (May 18th)

Added 2 May 2007 by EWB National

Asialink organises a biennial business and careers conference called AsiaConnect. This year's AsiaConnect is themed New Opportunities in Asia and includes a strong Engineering / Infrastructure / Resources panel with speakers representing BHP Billiton, GHD and Meinhardt Engineering. There is also a strong Government / Aid panel including senior AusAID speakers.  read more >>

The Mother's Day Gift That Helps Disadvantaged Women

Added 2 May 2007 by EWB National

Give your mother a special gift this Mother's Day with a necklace hand-made by our friends at the International Womens Development Agency (IWDA), and inspired by the jewellery designed and worn by suffragettes the world over.

Funds raised will go towards IWDA's work to help create positive change with women in Asia and the Pacific.  read more >>

EWB keynote at World Bank Conference!

Added 3 April 2007 by EWB National

Parker Mitchell, co-CEO of EWB-Canada, was invited to speak in February at the World Bank Conference on Science, Technology and Innovation. The speech was an important moment for EWB. It served as an opportunity to share our knowledge with other development practitioners, while demonstrating EWBs continued recognition as a leader in the development sector.  read more >>

National Science Week

Added 22 March 2007 by Victoria

The Victoria Chapter has been awarded a grant from the Commonwealth Government to develop its appropriate technology program for this years National Science Week.  read more >>

International Women's Day

Added 7 March 2007 by EWB National

Thursday 8th March is International Women's Day. Also, 2007 is Engineers Australia's Year of Women In Engineering. We would like to take this opportunity to recognise the valuable contribution women are making to the world through Engineers Without Borders!

This article features profiles of some of the women who are leading EWB to engineer a better world!  read more >>

EA Members Information Breakfast Melbourne

Added 7 March 2007 by EWB National

During 2006 Engineers Australia examined a range of issues vital to the future of engineers and engineering. Come along and hear the outcomes of this discussion.  read more >>

The 2007 EWB Membership Drive

Added 26 February 2007 by EWB National

Welcome to another exciting year with EWB. 2006 was a coming of age year for EWB, our office staff expanded to 6, we mobilised over 100 volunteers both here in Australia and throughout South East Asia, and our membership grew to over 2500.

Now we are inviting you to renew your membership and join us for the journey in the year to come.  read more >>

EWB Design Challenge

Added 9 February 2007 by EWB National

Engineering students around Australia will focus their efforts this year on designing engineering solutions for Uluru Childrens Home, an orphanage for children in India.  read more >>

Working towards an equal Australia

Added 5 February 2007 by EWB National

In partnership with the Gapuwiyak Community local Council, EWB and SKM are helping a community manage their water resources. This joint EWB/SKM project is now underway with a Water Resource Management Plan being developed so that the community can begin working on its implementation. This is an exciting example of how EWB can engage the corporate community in joint initiatives around Australia.  read more >>

Thank You for an Amazing 2006

Added 19 December 2006 by EWB National

The end of another amazing year at EWB has finally come. On behalf of EWB's staff and volunteers I would like to wish you a very happy holiday season and a New Year filled with joy and success.  read more >>

EWB ANNOUNCES OUR FIRST GOLD CORPORATE PARTNER

Added 10 November 2006 by EWB National

Bilfinger Berger Services announced their $50,000 Corporate Partnership with EWB this week at a cocktail party that officially opened their new Melbourne offices.  read more >>

NEW UNSW EXECUTIVE ELECTED!

Added 10 October 2006 by University of NSW

A new executive committee for the UNSW chapter was elected at the recent AGM on Friday 6th October, 2006.  read more >>

Lego World Record Attempt??

Added 6 October 2006 by University of NSW

EWB UNSW is speaking with Lego(TM) about the possibility of breaking a world record next year.  read more >>

Connectivity for Refugees Program

Added 25 August 2006 by Tasmania

EWB Tas is currently organising Connectivity For Refugees, a program to help refugees learn basic computer skills such as using the internet and word processing. These are valuable skills to enable  read more >>

RDIC Program

Added 25 August 2006 by EWB National

EWB Tas has its first overseas project! We have been assigned as the supporting chapter for a project with Research Development International Cambodia (RDIC).  read more >>

EWB National Council Develops Organisational Strategies

Added 10 July 2006 by EWB National

During the first weekend of July EWB members from around Australia met in Melbourne to take part in two days of workshops, forums and planning groups.  read more >>

Victoria League Supports Uluru Children's Home Phase II

Added 7 July 2006 by EWB National

In a small village in India, orphaned girls will have a South Australian organisation to thank for giving them new hope.  read more >>

Public Forum on Australia's Overseas Aid Program

Added 15 June 2006 by EWB National

This should be of interest for all EWB members as it will be a good indicator of Australia's future involvement in developmental work overseas.  read more >>

EWB in Timor Leste

Added 31 May 2006 by EWB National

In the last two years Engineers Without Borders has developed relationships and commenced working with a number of Timorese Partner Organisations.  read more >>

Design for Sea Change Competition

Added 24 May 2006 by EWB National

Rayads Amber Rowe & Mitra Gushesh who run Fair Trade business Trashbags (supporting community livelihood projects in the Asia Pacific region) invite you to become involved in the following project.  read more >>

Training Courses

Added 29 April 2006 by EWB National

Sustainability is a popular word these days and with good reason. It is becoming an increasingly popular trend in the realms of corporate social and environmental responsibility to embrace sustainabi  read more >>

EWB JOINS THE MAKE POVERTY HISTORY COALITION

Added 14 March 2006 by EWB National

EWB has officially joined the coalition of organizations delivering the Make Poverty History campaign.  read more >>

EWB Takes on Gap in Cambodian Tertiary Education System

Added 6 March 2006 by EWB National

In January 2006 a team of EWB engineers returned to Cambodia to volunteer at a specialist rehabilitation school based in Phnom Penh. The team of four biomedical engineers: Jessica Cameron (NSW), Dari  read more >>

Monash Computer Co-Op Awarded $5500

Added 4 March 2006 by Monash University

The Monash Computer Co-Op received $5500 from the Vice-Chancellor's Equity and Diversity Award for 2005! This money will ensure the project continues to grow strong in the coming years. Congratulati  read more >>

EWB @ The Sustainable Living Festival - Melbourne

Added 17 February 2006 by EWB National

Federation Square (Main Square ) Fri 17th - Sun 19th | 10am - 6pm
Federation Square will beam with life over 3 days as in excess of 40,000 people take part in the Sustainable Living Festival: There  read more >>

Student Volunteers in East Timor

Added 15 February 2006 by Western Australia

EWB WA, in conjunction with the University of Western Australia (UWA) and the National University of East Timor (UNTL), developed the EWB WA Timor Leste Program. This year's pilot program involves  read more >>

EWB-Tas joins the Anti-Poverty Coalition

Added 26 October 2005 by Tasmania

EWB-Tas has recently joined the Anti-Poverty Coalition (APC) - an informal coalition of Tasmanian organisations that have the common link of tackling poverty.

EWB-Tas are assisting the APC in runn  read more >>

Timor Leste

Added 4 October 2005 by Western Australia

EWB-WA is securing endless opportunities for EWB members to contribute to development work in Timor Leste. A partnership has been established with the University of Western Australia, headed by Myra  read more >>

PCs for Refugees

Added 30 August 2005 by Western Australia

We are very excited to announce our first local project!

EWB-WA has teamed with the Australian Migrant Education Service (AMES) to provide PCs and tutorial support to refugee families.

The int  read more >>

EWB-RMIT Executive Elections

Added 23 August 2005 by RMIT

Elections are being held on the 23rd of August.

All positions are up for re-election.

If you are interested in taking on one of these very important roles in our chapter, please contact Heidi L  read more >>

Disaster reduction on the coasts of the Indian Ocean

Added 17 August 2005 by Monash University

Paul Grundy will be discussing "Disaster reduction on the coasts of the Indian Ocean. Focusing particularly on tsunami relief as it has been, and aiming to find more effective ways to carry this  read more >>