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However, they can still acquire the EUR ING title via special flow in both directions. There may be areas, for example
case with 15 years of experience as an engineer. when it comes to digitization or new software, where the
younger “mentee” actually provides insight for the older
Themes and Goals within the Member “mentor”.
Organisations
With FEANI shifting its focus from mobility of engineers Although both member organisations have been active in
within Europe to social and political engagement, the member terms of climate change and climate adaptation for years, in
organisations within the NK-CH have also been able to 2018-2019 both have taken substantial steps to make their
analyse their engagement and goals in these areas. The UN positions to the public and their members clear. These steps
Sustainable Development Goals have been a helpful starting have taken the form of position papers, mission statements,
point in viewing our activities through a broader lens. modernised and revised guidelines for engineers, as well as
direct appeals to politicians and local governments. 
Both member organisations drafted and launched new
mentoring programs in 2018-2019, matching young engineers
with experienced engineers. However, the mentoring can