About Us

EWB Greater Austin Chapter improves the quality of life in domestic and international partner communities by designing and implementing engineering technologies that meet basic human needs.

We are one of the few blended chapters of EWB USA, accepting students from a wide range of academic and professional disciplines. The inquisitiveness of younger members, combined with the expertise of tenured professionals, creates momentum that ensures optimal impact on our partner communities, locally and abroad. EWB Greater Austin is proud to be a highly diverse organization.

Core Values

Service First

EWB-USA commits to harnessing the skills of its volunteers to fulfill communities’ basic human needs. We provide the services that meet these needs without consideration of race, religion, gender or political affiliation.

Trusted Partnerships

Trust forms the foundation of EWB-USA partnerships, which are achieved through transparency, integrity and respect for the contributions and capabilities of all parties.

Sustainable Solutions

Sustainability drives EWB-USA’s programs. We commit to community-driven projects. We equip our partner communities to maintain each project so it remains functional long after our commitment is fulfilled.

Growth & Learning

EWB-USA fosters a culture of learning. We provide our volunteers & community members the tools and training to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges so they can learn more, do more, and become more.

Conduct & Practices

EWB-USA holds paramount safety, security and ethical conduct. The volunteers and staff of EWB-USA are bound by the Member Code of Conduct and the engineers’ Code of Ethics.

Stronger Together

The EWB-USA family brings together community members, students, professionals, universities, and staff. We thrive on diversity and collaboration while pursuing our mission with shared goals and purpose.