The role of engineers in humanitarian and international development efforts

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16 May 2024

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The role of engineers in humanitarian and international development efforts

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Various

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16 May 2024

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Discover how you can best engage in humanitarian and international development work and how the sector is addressing the climate emergency.

Comprised of members of the Humanitarian and International Development (HID) panel and guests from prominent UK companies and organisations, this panel discussion provided insight into how structural engineers can engage appropriately in humanitarian and international development projects globally.

Watch the recording to learn about the humanitarian sector and how it is moving forward and to discover how to get involved with the HID panel.

 

Further guidance and resources

Blog

This blog describes the history, ethos and activities of the Humanitarian and International Development Panel.

Price – Free

Guidance

The Humanitarian and international development resource map is an interactive PDF of recommended resources for those interested in the sector.

Publish Date – 16 February 2024

Price – Free

Guidance

This framework, developed by the Institution’s Humanitarian and International Development Panel, is designed to illustrate the types of skills that structural engineers will require to be successful in the development sector.

Publish Date – 12 July 2021

Price – Free

Guidance

This evolving series of FAQs provides guidance on considerations when acting in the humanitarian and international development sector.

Publish Date – 5 May 2020

Location – N/A

Price – Free

Guidance

This article provides a realistic overview of the practical and ethical considerations when seeking to work in the sector.

 

Publish Date – 5 May 2020

Location – N/A

Price – 0

Guidance

This guidance outlines some of the key roles structural engineers have in disaster response.

Publish Date – 9 February 2024

Location – N/A

Price – Free

Training

Hear case studies from around the world showcasing how structural engineers can positively work in humanitarian and international development contexts.

Publish Date – 30 April 2024

Location – N/A

Price – Free

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