| Engage 2009 represents the premier gathering of professionals and students working or interested in international aid work, sustainable development, design and technology. | |
| Venue | Melbourne University Melbourne, |
| Date | Thu 26 Nov '09 08:45 AM Sat 28 Nov '09 05:30 PM |
| Members Cost | $175 Student $350 Prof. |
| Non Members Cost | $185 Student $400 Prof. |
| Event Contact | Nathalie Cattaneo |
| Contact Phone | 03 969609040 |
| Contact Email | engage@ewb.org.au |
| Downloads | conference_poster.pdf(216KB) |
The moment you've all been waiting for, Engineers Without Borders is pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the EWB event of the year The 2009 EWB National Conference:
Engage 2009: Past. Present. Future
Held in Melbourne from 26-28th November, Engage 2009 is EWB's 4th annual national conference representing the premier gathering of students and professionals working or interested in international aid work, sustainable development, design and technology.
Delegates will converge on Melbourne for three days of presentations from internationally renowned speakers and thought provoking and interactive displays and workshops, including the 'Meet the Makers Expo' an interactive expo allowing delegates the chance to use demonstration models, construct small scale technologies and quiz innovative designers. Engage 2009 also provides career and networking opportunities and an inspiring environment for the exchange of ideas and further learning.
The 2009 conference will focus on the past, present and future of development, sustainability and technology using practical, theoretical and technical approaches. It will emphasise the human face of engineering with a specific focus on EWB's regional and technical programs.
Speakers include:
Eric Campbell Reporter, ABC Foreign Correspondant
General Peter Cosgrove, Former Chief of the Australian Defence Force
Evan Thornley, CEO of Better Place Australia
Cheryl Buchannan, Chair or the Kooma Traditional Owners Association Incorporated
Bob McMullan, Parliamentary Secretary for International Development Assistance
In addition to the fantastic conference social activities, this year we are also featuring a pre-conference day on Wednesday the 25th of November. You can choose from a range of exciting tours including; permaculture, water and sanitation, energy, sustainable communities and eco/sustainable buildings - a great way to meet fellow delegates pre-conference.
To stay updated on the schedule, feature speakers and workshops please go to www.ewb.org.au/conference2009
Register your place now at www.ewb.org.au/conference2009
Take a look at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMI9L_XIA-g
Look forward to seeing you there !
