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Why choose CHE Community and Humanitarian Engineering?

Community & Humanitarian Engineering (CHE) is a Netherlands-based organization that creates responsible, community-driven volunteering programs in Argentina. We work in partnership with Engineering Without Borders Argentina, whose projects are co-designed with local communities from the very beginning: residents identify their own needs, propose solutions, and collaborate with ISF engineers to develop sustainable, long-term improvements. This deep co-design process makes our programs unique and ensures that volunteer contributions support solutions that truly belong to the community. Our focus is on ethical practice, transparency, and giving volunteers meaningful roles within projects that strengthen local infrastructure and expand access to essential services. Through immersive, hands-on experiences, volunteers engage with professionals and community leaders in initiatives built for lasting impact.

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2025

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Volunteering to help build a swimming pool for children in Bernal Oeste

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Jason
29
Male
Australia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
Build with Your Hands and Learn Through Impact in Argentina

Fulfilling Challenges: My ISF Argentina experience

Feb 4, 2026

Volunteering with ISF Argentina was an incredible experience that really changed how I look at engineering. It was my first real deep dive into humanitarian engineering, and seeing how Engineers Without Borders operates in a non-English speaking environment was eye-opening. It’s one thing to design infrastructure, but it's another thing entirely to see how it directly impacts a community on the ground.

The cultural side of things was just as rewarding. Buenos Aires is such a vibrant city, and the people I met were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Attempting to navigate daily life and technical work in Spanish was definitely a challenge—it felt pretty daunting at first—but pushing through that was one of the most fulfilling parts of the trip. I left with a much deeper appreciation for Argentine society and a fresh perspective on how we can use our professional skills to help people in different parts of the world.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The most nerve-racking part was definitely navigating a huge city like Buenos Aires and trying to work in Spanish when I barely knew the language. I overcame that initial anxiety by leaning on the patience of the friendly locals, who helped me slowly learn the basics until I felt comfortable getting by.
Pros
  • Amazing and friendly people at ISF
  • Growth of Interpersonal and professional skills
  • Cultural awareness and appreciation
Cons
  • Could be little better structured
  • Some more options for projects to work on would be good
  • More explanation of what working in engineering in Argentina is like would have been good
Volunteering to help build a swimming pool for children in Bernal Oeste

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