Applications Open: SCEC & GIF (Deadline March 16)
We have huge news! Applications are now open for two national EWB Canada programs focused on strengthening your ability to lead systems change: the Systems Change Engineering Certification (SCEC) and the Global Innovation Fellowship (GIF).
These programs are designed for student leaders who want structured learning, mentorship, and practical experience beyond the traditional classroom. Both programs accept individual and team applications, depending on how you want to engage.
Systems Change Engineering Certification (SCEC)
The Systems Change Engineering Certification supports chapter members in developing practical systems-thinking competencies that are often missing from traditional engineering education.
Through guided workshops, applied learning, and structured reflection, participants will:
- Build foundational systems change competencies
- Strengthen equity-informed and stakeholder-centered analysis
- Develop tools for navigating complex social, technical, and institutional systems
- Apply systems thinking to real-world challenges
This certification is intended for students who are ready to deepen their leadership practice and engage meaningfully in systems-level problem solving. Eligibility criteria and program expectations are outlined on our website. Please review them carefully before applying.
Apply to the SCEC By March 16th
Global Innovation Fellowship
The Global Innovation Fellowship brings together emerging leaders from Canada and Africa to collaborate, learn, and advance ideas that contribute to sustainable and inclusive systems change.
Through structured programming and cross-cultural exchange, fellows will:
- Engage in collaborative innovation processes
- Strengthen leadership and project development skills
- Work across disciplines and geographies
- Develop ideas in partnership with peers
GIF is ideal for students interested in innovation, partnership, and applied leadership in global contexts. As with SCEC, eligibility criteria and participation commitments are detailed on our website and should be reviewed prior to applying.
Apply to the GIF By March 16th
JOIN AN INFO SESSION TO LEARN MORE
Not sure which program is right for you? Want to ask questions before applying?
We’re hosting three virtual information sessions over Zoom where you can learn more about both programs and hear directly from the team. These sessions will feature David Boroto (CEO), Herbert Kisara (Director of African Programs & Partnerships), and Saskia van Beers and Laurel Pierroz-Wong (Program Coordinators, Systems Change Engineering Certification), who will walk through the program structure, expectations, and answer your questions live.
EWB 2026 Programming Info Session – SCEC & GIF
Tuesday, March 3 | 5:00–6:00 PM (ET) | REGISTER HERE
EWB 2026 Programming Info Session – Global Innovation Fellowship
Saturday, March 7 | 10:00-11:00 AM (ET) | REGISTER HERE
EWB 2026 Programming Info Session – Systems Change Engineering Certification
Monday, March 9 | 6:00–7:00 PM (ET) | REGISTER HERE
These sessions are an opportunity to ask questions, understand expectations, and determine the best fit for you or your team.
Application Deadline: March 16
Both programs are selective and require thoughtful applications. We encourage you to start early, review the criteria carefully, and submit a complete application by March 16.
If you’re ready to grow your capacity as a systems changemaker this is your opportunity to step forward.
We’re excited to see who applies!
