VISION To ensure that the communities we serve have the capacity to sustainably meet their basic needs.

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2 ABOUT EWB-CCNY MISSION Support community-driven development programs worldwide. Collaborate with local partners to design and implement sustainable engineering projects. Create transformative experiences and responsible leaders. VISION To ensure that the communities we serve have the capacity to sustainably meet their basic needs. PASSION To make a difference and better the lives of people in developing countries around the world.

3 PAST PROJECTS LA NUEVA SUIZA, HONDURAS First EWB-USA CCNY project Small-scale water distribution system Chimneys Kitchen Silos Grain storage LAS CHICAS, HONDURAS Water tank, chlorination, and distribution system Five latrines SOUTH DAKOTA, USA Community Center on the Rosebud Indian Reservation

4 Media and Communications Journalism Business and Entrepreneurship Public speaking Advertising and Design Humanitarianism EWB-CCNY Leadership International Studies Networking

5 PROJECT COMMITTEE INTERNATIONAL PROJECT DOMESTIC PROJECT

6 DOMESTIC PROJECT Harlem, New York Project Launch Phase Clean Energy centered Energy Auditing Building Systems Broadway Presbyterian Church Professional Development

7 WHAT S THE PURPOSE? 1. Community Broadway Presbyterian Church- they offer many community services like a soup kitchen, free medical care, and more. 2. Main Issue Energy boom is sweeping the globe. NY has a social responsibility to take a stand against inefficient energy use. Specifically, Harlem has many old building with wasteful energy systems. 3. Our Mission To improve the energy efficiency of the community via energy auditing. We will help these institutions implement more sustainable, energy efficient, and cost effective systems.

8 INTERNATIONAL PROJECT Tadazna, Nicaragua

9 WHAT S THE PURPOSE? The community is in a large area and many families lack access to clean water sources. Our solution: Provide information on safe methods to clean water Give families access to clean water year round Education on how to maintain implemented systems Number of people directly affected: 127 Number of people indirectly affected: 193 Our Partners Bridges to Community Mentors: professors and professional engineers

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11 WHERE DO WE FIT IN? We are the Engineers. Engineering design Alternatives analysis Water quality testing and research Project and construction planning Cost estimating Budgeting Establishing relationship with all community partners Project management link between community, engineers, and NGO scheduling and setting deadlines overseeing all project teams and tasks

12 GETTING INVOLVED Anyone interested in Water system design Engineering/Construction Management Sustainability / Green Design Energy Analysis International development Community outreach

13 PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE EVENT PLANNING MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS

14 WHAT DO WE DO? Events Fundraising events Informal and formal socials On and off Campus events. Media and Communication Social media Website Fundraising proposals Promotional materials GOALS Increase awareness of EWB-USA CCNY on and off campus Include individuals from many different majors to form a well-rounded team

15 WHY JOIN PR? You don t have to be an engineering student We need people with a variety of skills and interests An opportunity to do more than engineering stuff Learn valuable skills applicable in the real world Teamwork Communication Time management Critical thinking Strategy

16 GETTING INVOLVED Event planning Bake sales Volunteer work Upcoming EWB events Workshops Spring Gala Water Run Engineers Without Burritos Media & Communications Social media and website updates/design Looking for people who can write, take pictures, and do artsy stuff

17 FINANCE COMMITTEE ACCOUNTING CORPORATE RELATIONS GRANT WRITING

18 Finance Accounting Use your organizational skills to be able to manage the multiple accounts of EWB Corporate Relations Forming connections with professionals outside of school to increase awareness of the club, to network, and be able to highlight our great qualities and gain donations Grant Writing Currently working to apply for grants regarding our international project Available roles Will need grant writers for international project

19 Finance ACHIEVEMENT We were able to win $1000 for our projects all through our Year-End Fundraiser Campaign through EWB-USA, which awarded us an extra $1000 for most donations of all the chapters!

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21 WHY SHOULD YOU GET INVOLVED WITH FINANCE COMMITTEE? Work with professionals, present to potential sponsors/donors, partnerships and connections Be able to write convincingly (writing is an important skill in any career) Develop cost estimating, budgeting, organizational, and professional skills

22 WITHIN THE BORDERS Northeastern Regional Conference Yearly event where all EWB chapters in the area gather to discuss their projects and share ideas Hanging Out Whether it s in the office, volunteering in local communities, or in the mountains, we re a family We re constantly doing social gatherings

23 Contact Website: Calendar: Facebook Page: Blog: Room: Steinman CM-2 (All are welcome!) Come up and talk to us! Upcoming Events General Body Meeting- September 14th (12:30pm-2:00pm) Energy Engineering Panel - September 28th (12:30pm - 2:00pm)