There has been plenty to take care of … and fortunately, we have no shortage of dedicated volunteers or strong coffee for the long days. Now we are taking a short break from project budgets, missions, and emails. Instead, we

Yesterday, we said goodbye to our three amazing interns: Sara, Mahdi and Mathilde. Throughout their internships, they have thrown themselves into a bit of everything: impossible travel expense reports, complex mission preparations, a shelter trip, Folkemødet and much more. Fortunately,

The team travelled to inspect local water towers and to see the completed result of a year’s work at a summer camp near Sofiivka. Over the past year, Engineers Without Borders Denmark has helped establish both clean drinking water and

An important theme for us this year was emergency preparedness. Among other things, our Mission Coordinator Lasse Oszadlik took part in the debate “You or Your Neighbour? The Dilemmas of Emergency Preparedness,” while our Secretary General Peter Horne Zartsdahl participated

We are looking for 2–4 volunteers to support a new local water supply initiative. The community in Guanajay, Artemisa Province, Cuba, is affected by an unstable water supply. The problem is mainly caused by insufficient pumping capacity and ageing infrastructure.

At yesterday’s members’ meeting in Copenhagen, water was the topic from every angle, and experiences were shared across projects. It is always a pleasure to see how learning, dialogue and professional perspectives can benefit concrete projects. Lena Ali spoke about

Help rebuild a STEM school for girls in Sierra Leone Earlier this year, a fire destroyed Nyapui School in Kenema District, Sierra Leone. We immediately sent a technical response team to assess the damage and provide recommendations for a safe

Who are we? Engineers Without Borders Denmark (EWB) is looking for a Mission Coordinator for a maternity cover position to manage and support our missions, deployments and security work. Engineers Without Borders is a technical-humanitarian organisation where volunteers with technical

Our two new board members bring strong experience and a deep commitment to Engineers Without Borders Denmark’s work. Ole Ekstrand has worked with development projects for 50 years, including 15 years with IUG. With a background in civil engineering and

June is just around the corner, and many of us will soon be heading off on a well-deserved summer holiday. Before then, why not take the opportunity to meet up with fellow IUG members, share experiences, gain new inspiration, and

“It felt like we now have friends in Copenhagen”  This week, we had a very special visit, as a group of young Ukrainian refugees came by to learn more about our work in their home country. “These are young Ukrainians

2025 was a year in which Engineers Without Borders Denmark experienced significant growth — in the number of missions, projects, staff and volunteers alike. But most importantly, we grew in human impact. From towns near the frontline in Ukraine to

Yesterday, we held the General Assembly of Engineers Without Borders Denmark. With a strong turnout of engaged members, the board reviewed the year 2025 and shared perspectives on what 2026 is shaping up to look like. One thing was clear:

Denmarks long-time serving ambassador to Ukraine, Ole Egberg Mikkelsen, emphasise that citizen-led initiatives are key to supporting and rebuilding Ukraine during – and after – Russia’s full-scale invasion: “Engineers Without Borders and all the other Danish volunteers are a kind

From local action to global impact: How civil society’s international engagement is shaping Europe’s external identity today  Yesterday, Engineers Without Borders Denmark had the great honour of hosting 80 current and future leaders from the EEAS and member states to

Climate-smart agriculture & women’s empowermentWe are seeking a volunteer Project Manager (maternity cover) to take over during a leave period and ensure continued progress of the project. We are looking for someone with prior project management experience. In addition, we

Are You Our Next Intern? We are looking for engaged interns! Become part of our dream team of interns, each with their own dedicated mentor, exciting tasks, and the opportunity to learn all about the NGO sector, development work, and

“Small changes like access to clean water and disability-friendly facilities help children stay in school.” Making these changes is what drives the work of Shukri Hussein, Programme Manager at 100% for the Children Kenya. In her role, she oversees projects

“My journey is a testament to the fact, that where you come from does not define where you can go”   What is your role and what does your work involve? I serve as the Head of Programs for Sustainable

“For me, the biggest challenge is facing the reality of war”  That’s how Yaroslava Martyniuk describes the biggest challenge in her work as a volunteer with us. So far, she has joined seven missions with other EWB volunteers to her

Welcome to the team, Fanny! 💚 This week we are happy to welcome our new International Response and Project Advisor, Fanny de Rosbo-Sestoft. Fanny brings 10 years of experience from the NGO sector in Denmark and several countries in Africa,

Shukri H., Yaroslava Martyniuk, and Tity Simbo Kamara may come from different countries — Kenya, Ukraine, and Sierra Leone — but they are united across borders by a shared motivation: creating positive change in their communities. At Engineers Without Borders,

“With great power comes great responsibility” The famous line may come from Spider-Man, but on World Engineering Day it feels especially relevant. Our engineers gain their “powers” not from radioactive spider bites, but from years of studying, problem-solving, fieldwork, and building knowledge.

When extreme cold hits Ukraine and the heat supply fails, buildings face the risk of severe frost damage to their installations. Burst pipes can lead to permanent damage and, in the worst cases, leave buildings impossible to heat. That is

WE SUPPORT THE REBUILDING Hundreds of young girls’ access to STEM education has been affected following a severe fire at Sierra Leone’s first technical school for women. We are sending two volunteer engineers to support the rebuilding efforts, so that

Sign up here The Danish Disability Organisations (DH) and Engineers Without Borders Denmark invite all members of EWB and Architects Without Borders (AUG) to a hands-on seminar on inclusive construction, universal design, and accessibility. Accessibility is about creating solutions that

In recent days, Engineers Without Borders’ volunteers Reno Munksgaard and Niels Bay Jensen have been in Kenya on an important project for 100% for the Children, with support from the Rambøll Foundation. The purpose of the trip was to support

https://iug.dk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/UKRAINE-freezing-2026.mp4 Support us: Become a support-member! Ukrainians are under severe pressure this winter after weeks spent in icy, dark homes. Daily life often means 15–20 hours of power outages every day and temperatures dropping to minus 20 degrees Celsius at

You can now find us again on the 2nd floor at Kalvebod Brygge 31. Due to renovations, we have temporarily had to move out of our office for a few months, but we are finally back in our familiar surroundings. We

📍 COPENHAGENJoin us for an evening centered on water, where we’ll share great stories, exchange experiences, and gain new perspectives on WASH – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene. Whether you work directly within the field or are simply curious to learn something

Can you turn waste into energy or numbers into impact? Then we’d love to hear from you! We are looking for dedicated volunteers for two exciting roles: Biogas Experts and Financial Controllers. 🔋 Biogas Experts Want to use your skills

Is it you? We are looking for a new colleague who can build bridges between emergency action and long-term anchoring, and who thrives on responsibility, complexity, and working in a dynamic professional field. Employment Start date: Preferably early February 2026,

Throughout the autumn semester, students from DTU took part in the Innovation Pilot course, working on real-world cases. In collaboration with Engineers Without Borders, this year’s theme focused on optimizing, rehabilitating, and sustainably operating water towers in Sierra Leone. The

Life for a person with a disability in Sierra Leone often means living on the margins of society. For many, it is either a life on the streets or one of extreme dependence on others—with little to no opportunity to

We have just completed another successful trip to Mykolaiv, Ukraine. “This trip focused on structural projects, including a large new shelter and establishing accessible entrances to a cultural and activity center in Mykolaiv city. We also visited potential new project

It’s not every day you receive mail from Amalienborg… That’s why we at Engineers Without Borders Denmark were both surprised and incredibly happy when a letter arrived with an honorary donation from the Nikolai and Felix Foundation – H.E. Count

When you’re in the middle of a village in Sierra Leone or Ukraine, getting help can be challenging. That’s why we use remote support equipment on our missions! With support from Virsabi, our deployed teams can receive real-time technical guidance

“I dream of expanding our efforts to even more countries. There is a huge need for impartial Danish advice and our technical expertise, especially when combined with the implementation of sustainable technologies. This can create long-term solutions that help far

Minister of Education and Research Visits Mykolaiv: Strengthening Danish-Ukrainian University Partnership Recently, Minister of Education and Research Christina Egelund visited Admiral Makarov National University of Shipbuilding (NUoS) in Mykolaiv. Accompanying her were Rector Jens Ringsmose from the University of Southern

“We couldn’t have been luckier,” says Secretary General Peter Zartsdahl, who happened to be in Ukraine when a test drilling in the town of Sofiivka successfully reached water on the very first attempt. This successful drilling marks an important step