Homeowner stories

Habitat for Humanity is building hope and homes all over the world. Discover more about the impact building and owning a safe, decent, home can have on families and their communities.

Africa

	Seeking Sanctuary – Read about Kevin's new home in Botswana
	Happiness of a homeowner in Ivory Coast – "My dream was one day to have a house, where my family could live in safety."
	Matilda's story: 5 year's on – Five years after becoming a Habitat homeowner, Matilda tells how the experience has changed her life.
	Ghana: Love your neighbour as yourself – Read how a neighbour helped Augustina in her hour of need.

Asia and the Pacific

	First spring in 23 years – Students from Soko Cafe in Vietnam help Kich build his first house.
	Faith in the future – 999 homeowners like Roger have benefited from a Habitat for Humanity home in Baseco in The Philippines.
	Joy and Aniano's story from The Philippines – "I can't believe how different our lives are. When I first saw our new home, I just cried with happiness."
	Papua New Guinea - As safe as houses – "I feel comfortable and secure in my new house. It doesn't leak like my old one. I can now concentrate on generating income rather than on shelter."
	Tsunami stories – Continuing to rebuild lives and bring hope to families in India, Indonesia, Thailand and Sri Lanka.

Central Asia

The Khachatryan family in Armenia – "I never believed my dreams could come true. I am so very, very happy."

Europe

	Discovering new possibilities in Great Britain – "It was amazing to see everybody building the house together, from big corporations and donations to single volunteers."
	Michelle & Jennifer's story – building brings unity – Read how a Habitat build unites communities in Northern Ireland

Latin America and the Caribbean

	Ademar's story from Brazil – The family's dreams of a safe, decent place to live became reality just weeks after the birth of their new baby.
	Bella's story from Ecuador – Ecuador's first ever Women's build gave Bella and her family a safe safe, decent home