OUR IMPACT

Stronger Together: Critical Partnerships Build Resilience in the Face of Disaster.

Beyond the data: listening and learning from our partner communities

Throughout 2022, Engineers Without Borders USA (EWBUSA) head office and country office staff traveled to five countries to visit partner communities. Our goal was to listen to our partners and learn more about the impacts of climate change on their lives. Staff also took this opportunity to do long-term monitoring on previous projects that were completed between 1-11 years ago.

During these trips, staff collected climate impact data from 55 projects in 39 communities and project impact data from 33 projects in 26 communities. We sat down with focus groups, had conversations with community members and leaders, and met with community organizations, and local NGO and government partners. The goal was to understand how projects were doing in the long term and what the impacts of EWB-USA projects were for communities.

In a world where natural disasters can strike without warning, the importance of preparedness cannot be overstated. At Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA), we understand that being ready and resilient is crucial in mitigating the harmful impacts of these calamities. This is why we are immensely grateful for the unwavering support of our donors and the fruitful partnerships we have forged with other NGOs. Together, we have achieved remarkable milestones, making a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals.