Geoff's World of Opportunity

Hi everyone,

Thanks for taking the time to visit my page! As you probably know I'm the president of EWB Toronto this year, and you've probably heard me rant about my passion and excitement for EWB. This year I am helping Engineers Without Borders build a World of Opportunity for rural Africans. My brother Dan is an overseas volunteer with the Rural Infrastructure team, and this a big part of why I have picked this as my area of focus.

In communities across Zambia, Malawi, Ghana and Burkina Faso there are millions of hardworking and innovative people seeking the chance to improve their lives. Yet, all too often they are stuck - unable to move forward because they lack the same opportunities that you and I have here in Canada.

I support EWB’s work to foster these opportunities for rural Africans. I am especially motivated by EWB's contribution to improved infrastructure in Ghana.

All across rural Ghana people have limited access to public services and infrastructure. There are not enough wells and hand pumps for clean water, only a few reliable roads to transport food, and minimal schools to secure a strong future. For the people in these vibrant communities, the lack of infrastructure severely inhibits their potential.

EWB is focused on addressing the root causes of widespread infrastructure failure. EWB volunteers are testing new approaches to evidence-based planning and improving leadership in local governments to ensure that infrastructure investments are made where they are needed most.

This is why I am asking you to support EWB’s work this holiday season. I believe that EWB is a powerful vehicle for creating positive change. EWB is seeking to increase its impact – by doubling its volunteer capacity and flexibility to innovate. I know that they will use your donation effectively, and continue to make great things happen.

So thanks again for taking the time to read this! I really appreciate it!