1 million hours of learning facilitated graphic
Over 26,500 people across 16 countries participated in our design challenges in 2025
24 Student Chapters led change across their campuses and beyond in 2025
Our Globally Responsible Engineering virtual experience programme received 4.45 stars from over 15,000 participants
Over 250 changemakers from 45+ universities and 100+ companies participated in the 2025 Systems Change Lab

Discover how we reshaped engineering in 2025

Across the Engineers Without Borders movement, 2025 was a year of growing momentum – a clear signal that people across the sector are ready for change in how engineering is taught and practised. Our mission is to empower 250,000 people to put global responsibility at the heart of engineering. With 130,000 learners already reached, the challenge now is to scale our impact while remaining grounded in the principles that guide us.

Students across the UK and beyond tackled real-world challenges through our award-winning programmes, while new tools, including the Global Responsibility Portrait, supported individuals to reflect on their own knowledge, skills and practice. Alongside this, our second iteration of the Systems Change Lab brought together a dedicated group of professionals committed to reshaping engineering policy, culture and practice at a systemic level.

More than 365 people volunteered with us, our student Chapters supported two new national Chapter events, and more universities began using the Reimagined Degree Map to reimagine engineering education from the ground up.

As we pass the midpoint of our 2021–2030 strategy, this year has shown that meaningful change is not only possible – it’s already happening. And together, we’re building the momentum needed to carry it forward.

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Looking ahead

In 2026, we will build on our momentum to reach more engineers worldwide. We’ll be delivering a new student design challenge, the AMplify Impact Challenge, reinvigorating our student Chapter network, making enhancements to key programmes, and developing the next iteration of the Systems Change Lab. Together, our growing movement will continue to push the boundaries of what engineering can achieve for people and the planet.

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Hear from the movement

“As the role of future engineers changes, so too must their education. One has to follow the other - or in the case of [Engineering for People] actually lead the other. We can lead change through education - what else are universities there for?”

Elizabeth Robertson, Teaching Fellow, University of Strathclyde

“The Map helped us design a curriculum that keeps [students] engaged and included...It’s also pragmatic - it helps identify what content you have already which can be used."

Dr Victoria Mellon, Sheffield Hallam University

“The Challenge reaffirmed why I chose engineering: to make a difference. [...] It made me want to keep learning, keep improving, and keep designing for impact.”

Engineering for People Design Challenge participant, 2024/25

“[The Systems Change Lab has] allowed me to challenge my own understanding, hear other voices and see the possibilities for change."

Systems Change Lab 2025 participant

“I wish the rest of my working life was so inspiring!”

Systems Change Lab 2025 participant