Our latest bridge project, currently being developed in collaboration with EIA teams from University of Washington, aims to serve the people of the Tomata communities in the municipality of Pocoata in Bolivia. This bridge would directly benefit approximately 250 people and indirectly impact an additional 275 people, including around 15 children who currently face challenges in accessing school due to the river's seasonal inaccessibility. 

OSU EIA's second bridge project, which we completed with EIA teams from Western University and University College London, serves 2300 people of the the Ngudzeni and Nkomonye communities in Shiselweni, Eswatini. In the three years before the bridge's completion, the lack of a safe river crossing caused two deaths and ten injuries. The Elubaneni Suspended Footbridge spans over 83 meters and provides reliable access to a school, clinic, sports, employment, and more! 

OSU EIA’s first-ever bridge project took place in Emkhiweni, Eswatini in collaboration with EIA chapters from McGill and the University of Southern Indiana and was a huge success. The bridge, spanning 75 meters, granted access to a nearby school and hospital. In all, the bridge serves 4800 community members. We are excited to continue this success for many years to come!