Engineers Without Borders – Boston (EWB-Boston) was established in early 2005 for the purpose of engaging local professional engineers and interested persons in EWB-USA projects and programs. Members are volunteering their time and resources in support of engineering projects around the world. Through the process of helping people in need, we become more socially aware and responsible, improve ourselves and inspire others to action. We are affiliated with the National EWB-USA organization.

Engineers Without Borders – USA (EWB-USA) is a non-profit organization established in 2000 to help developing areas worldwide with their engineering needs, while involving and training a new kind of internationally responsible engineering student. The projects involve the design and construction of water, wastewater, sanitation, energy, health care and shelter systems. These projects are initiated by, and completed with, contributions from the host community, who is trained to operate the systems without external assistance. In this way, EWB-USA ensures that its projects are appropriate and self-sustaining.