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Engineers Without Borders Program
An Engineering Vision for Community Service
Engineering is not merely a technical profession; it is a fundamental driver of human development and social change. Recognizing the powerful role engineering plays in building a brighter future, the Qatar Society of Engineers launched the “Engineers Without Borders” program with a distinctive approach.
This program is a unique initiative that blends knowledge exchange with volunteer work, aiming to meet community needs through innovative and sustainable solutions.
It serves as a forward-looking model that sees engineering as a catalyst for social responsibility and professional excellence. By leveraging the expertise of distinguished engineers, “Engineers Without Borders” empowers communities and institutions, becoming a leader in developmental support through effective, high-quality, and sustainable solutions.
Objectives
1- Empower institutions through engineering knowledge exchange and innovative solutions.
2- Promote the value of engineering volunteerism within charitable and humanitarian organizations.
3- Ensure continuity of engineering support through adaptability to emerging needs.
4- Build a flexible and sustainable system based on scalable solutions and transparency.
5- Reduce risks in charitable and humanitarian projects by enhancing engineering efficiency.
Vision
Building a better world by harnessing engineering skills and creativity to empower communities and humanitarian institutions to meet their needs efficiently and professionally.
Mission
The “Engineers Without Borders” program aims to provide specialized engineering services that support charitable, humanitarian, and community institutions through:
1- Promoting a culture of volunteerism.
2- Enhancing engineering performance and infrastructure.
3- Ensuring sustainability and innovation aligned with quality standards.
Values
• Transparency and Governance
• Professionalism and Quality
• Sustainability
Digital Platform
An advanced digital platform has been developed to enable engineers to register, specify their available volunteering times and hours, and select the projects and activities that require their services. The Society includes engineers from various engineering disciplines to ensure that all needs are met efficiently.
To facilitate participation and enhance coordination, the program operates through a sophisticated digital platform that provides the following:
Volunteer Registration: Enables engineers to enter their information, define their areas of expertise, and indicate their available time for volunteering.
Project Selection: Allows members to browse the list of projects and community activities and select those most suitable to their interests and capabilities.
Real-Time Updates: Provides institutions and engineers with updates in real time to ensure smooth and effective collaboration.
Established under Law No. (12) of 2004 governing private associations and institutions, the Qatar Society of Engineers was officially launched in January 2007. It is considered one of the most active professional bodies in Qatar, offering engineering lectures, organizing conferences in cooperation with governmental and national institutions, and providing essential training for engineers across both public and private sectors.
Program Director – Engineers Without Borders
Eng. Khalid Al-Sayed holds the position of Program Director of Engineers Without Borders at the Qatar Society of Engineers, where he is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the program and ensuring the achievement of its objectives in leveraging engineering to serve the community. His role includes coordinating the efforts of volunteer engineers, managing volunteer projects, and communicating with institutions and partners to ensure the delivery of sustainable and effective engineering solutions. He also works on developing initiatives and improving operational mechanisms within the program’s digital platform, thereby facilitating engineers’ participation and enhancing the program’s impact on community development.