Celebrating International World Charity Day – September 5th

Today, we join the global community in celebrating International World Charity Day!

This day serves as a reminder of the power of charity and the positive impact it can have on people’s lives. At Engineers Without Borders Sweden (EWB-SWE), we see first-hand how charity transforms communities, and we are proud to contribute to this change through our work.

EWB-SWE is deeply committed to improving the lives of people around the world by providing sustainable engineering solutions to communities in need. Our international projects focus on ensuring access to clean water, sanitation, reliable energy, and essential infrastructure – the building blocks for healthy, empowered communities. These initiatives are closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, specifically focusing on Goals 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), amongst others.

Charity with the power to change lives

For example, through our collaborations with local communities, we’ve helped build water supply systems, provided energy solutions to rural areas, and supported sanitation projects that significantly improve public health. Every project is powered by the dedication of our volunteers and the generosity of our donors and partners.

But we cannot do this alone. EWB-SWE is entirely reliant on the financial support of our partners, foundations, funds, and of course, the public. Volunteers who give their time and expertise, as well as donors who contribute financially, are vital to the work we do. Your contributions make it possible for us to continue building a better, more sustainable future for everyone.

Your Support Matters – a lot

While we recognise that the challenges in many parts of the world are severe, charity brings hope and light into people’s lives. By coming together, we can uplift those in need and create lasting, positive change. On this International Day of Charity, we invite you to reflect on the impact we can have when we work together for a common cause. Whether it’s through volunteering, donating, or simply spreading the word, your support matters.

Thank you to everyone who has supported EWB-SWE’s mission. With your help, we can continue making the world a better place, one project at a time.

The images shown here are from our recent campaign “Water is life” that focuses on urgent water issues in three areas on three different continents: South America, Asia and Africa.