As one of the largest chapters, we are constantly looking at pathways to engage our diverse volunteer base so that everyone can develop and contribute their skills at a pace that fits their capacity. We have a wide range of initiatives you can be part of: mentoring, remote volunteering, fundraising, organising professional development workshops and participating in cultural awareness training sessions. Our best asset is our volunteers, so get in touch with us to find out how you can get involved!
We acknowledge and pay our respects to the traditional custodians of the lands and waters of NSW, and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging.
The Local Partnership Program facilitates meaningful and lasting change for underserved communities in Australia by addressing challenges relating to lack of access to engineering services and resources. Through our partnership with SkillME Project, an employment support program for job seekers from migrant and refugee backgrounds, we work collaboratively to improve employment outcomes for clients who are skilled in engineering and IT. As part of this program, you will be supporting migrant and refugee engineers to put their best foot forward in job applications.
The Engineering on Country Program develops and enlivens mutual understanding, respect, and equal opportunities shared between our First Nations communities and the engineering sector. Through facilitating Cultural Awareness Training sessions for volunteers and organising regular catch ups, we actively decolonise engineering knowledge as well as our understanding of the past. As part of the team, you get to organise fundraisers to support our work on Country and facilitate discussions on our role in reconciliation.
The Mobilisation Program ensures EWB’s programs and projects have access to appropriate volunteers to support impact delivery. Through remote volunteering, volunteers come together to form project teams and address a brief scoped by the communities and partners we work with. As part of the program, you can collaborate with other volunteers and apply your skills for a meaningful cause.
The EWB Games are an annual small-sided soccer tournament that welcomes university students, engineers and corporate partners to participate and raise funds for Engineers Without Borders Australia. The funding supports various EWB initiatives including overseas volunteer placements, school outreach programs, cultural awareness training, and working with our local communities.
The chapter conducts study tours and workshops with students and professionals to learn about the practical uses of technology to improve the lives of others. Workshops provide participants with networking opportunities to hear like-minded perspectives on the future of engineering.
President
Jackson Chu is a Chartered Professional Civil Engineer with over 15 years of experience across Australia and New Zealand, specialising in project and program management for large-scale infrastructure projects, as well as sustainable development initiatives. He currently serves as President of the EWB NSW Region Chapter, where he leads governance, fosters local partnerships (such as the SkillMe Partnership Program) and oversees key initiative programs, including Mobilisation and Engineering on Country, contributing to humanitarian and sustainable development. Jackson brings extensive leadership experience, including roles as Treasurer of EWB Australia (Victoria Region) and Governance Committee Member for Engineering New Zealand (Auckland Region). He is also a dedicated mentor to young engineering professionals, supporting the next generation of leaders in the field.
Vice-President
Daniel Bonatti is a Technologist Fellow (TFIEAust), Chartered Engineering Technologist (CEngT), and a registered professional on the National Engineering Register (NER) with expertise in Civil, Structural, and Building Services Engineering, as well as Leadership and Management. He has a strong history of leadership within EWB, having served as NSW Chapter Secretary (2020-2021), Vice President (2021-2022), Interim President (2022-2024), and currently as Vice-President of EWB. Daniel’s volunteer journey began in 2019 as an inter-university delegate with the WSU Chapter, and he has held various leadership roles, including President and Honorary President. His passion lies in continuing education and youth outreach, particularly through the Newcastle Youth Outreach Program and support for the SkillMe Partnership Program with Metro Assist. Daniel is committed to supporting EWB’s goals and assisting the President as needed.
Secretary
Kathy is a Management Accountant with over 10 years of experience in the Civil and Building Engineering industry, specialising in governance and streamlining company policies and processes. She is passionate about mentoring young accounting professionals and sharing her experiences to support personal development. Kathy is dedicated to contributing to the EWB community, focusing on member engagement strategic coordination and overseeing events management. She aims to make a positive impact by assisting young people in their personal growth and helping EWB achieve its goals.
Media and Communications Manager
Dr Hua Qian Ang is an award-winning engineering educator and researcher at RMIT University, as well as a Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineers Australia. Driven by a deep passion for transforming engineering education, Dr. Ang strives to make learning both fun and impactful, enhancing comprehension, enriching the learning experience, and ensuring long-term knowledge retention. She founded EPIC Engineering Comic with the bold mission to make engineering education free, equitable, and accessible to all. Dr Ang has been coordinating EWB projects since 2018, connecting undergraduate students to create solutions for the communities in need. She currently holds multiple leadership roles within Engineers Australia and EWB, where she continues to inspire and create lasting change.
Advisor
Raghav Singh is a Senior Cyber Security Analyst at Deloitte, where he focuses on safeguarding some of Australia’s largest companies from cyber threats. He has been actively involved with EWB through university chapters and is currently volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, specifically within their Brush for Kindness program. Motivated by EWB’s commitment to practical community solutions and its transformative impact, Raghav is eager to contribute to a team that makes a real difference. He focuses on the Youth Outreach Program (Sydney) and serves as the University Chapters Relationship Liaison.
Advisor
Dr Wenqian Gan is the advisor for EWB NSW Chapter. She previously held the roles of President and Secretary, and currently supporting the team by providing institutional knowledge and connecting people with each other. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and completed a PhD in Engineering Education Research. Dr Gan’s PhD thesis explored how sociocultural factors influenced women’s pathways into engineering using narrative inquiry. She has worked in technology consulting, higher education and public policy, and her current focus is on achieving gender and racial equity through inclusive design and systems change. She has volunteered with EWB for close to 10 years – starting as a university chapter volunteer and working at the Head Office before joining the NSW Chapter (learn more about her EWB journey in this article). She joined the EWB NSW Chapter team because she wanted to connect with like-minded people locally and contribute to positive social change.
Picture yourself as a kid, watching your parents clean the house. If you’re like most people, you couldn’t think of anything more uninspiring.
EWB’s NSW Chapter and Metro Assist are creating opportunities to address challenges to employment for professionally qualified migrants and refugees.
Five NSW EWB university chapters collaborate to take their annual Inter-University Design Corner competition online, for the first time ever!
The NSW Region chapter runs many events each year. To get involved with the next event, visit our Facebook events page.
