The role of housing in educational opportunities Music credit ‘Once Again’ by BenSound: https://www.bensound.com Education is the route out of poverty for many children. It gives them a chance to gain the knowledge and skills needed to improve their lives. the sad reality for many living in poverty is that education has to be pushed… Read more »
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Haiti Earthquake: Emergency Response
*Featured image by ©Habitat for Humanity International / Nadia Todres Summary: At 8:30 am local time on August 14th, a magnitude 7.2 earthquake hit Haiti’s southwestern peninsula, causing significant damage in the region, including the cities of Les Cayes, Jeremie and Anse à Veaux. The latest figures depict that at least 1,419 people are known… Read more »
Read moreClimate Smart Housing, Sustainable Living
The Siem Reap Province in Cambodia has 12 districts comprising of approximately 190,106 families. This translates into about 946,656 people. 16% live in thatched houses which are either severely damaged and decaying, or made of scraps. The home is the centre of life and living in such conditions affects other basic survival needs. 47% don’t… Read more »
Read moreImproving Hygiene in Schools
Characterized by rapid urbanization and its rapidly growing economy, Ethiopia is increasingly being seen as a country of great hope. However, despite this promising future, there is still much work that needs to be done. An estimated 73% of the population do not have access to safe drinking water and 90% lack proper sanitation facilities.… Read more »
Read moreCOVID-19 Relief in Ethiopia
In the wake of coronavirus, governments are counting on self-isolation and social distancing to slow its spread. However in Ethiopia, this isn’t an option as almost 80% of urban residents live in highly congested slums, with 35% of them living in just a single room. Furthermore, under 10% of residents have access to sanitation facilities. In… Read more »
Read moreUpgrading Slums in Ethiopia
Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, is currently undergoing an escalation of urbanisation. This has created a city where people from very different socio-economic backgrounds live in close proximity. However, with 80% of the population still in slums, conflicts between groups have intensified. Due to a deep cultural history, many families refuse to move away from the… Read more »
Read moreWhy volunteer with Habitat for Humanity: Ailsa’s Story
It’s Volunteers’ Week and our theme for this year is Habitat Heroes! To celebrate, we asked a few of our top return volunteers why they love volunteering with us and why they keep on coming back. This story is Ailsa’s…let’s find out about her Habitat volunteering experience. What inspires you to build? I’d prefer… Read more »
Read moreWhy volunteer with Habitat for Humanity: Hilary’s Story
It’s Volunteers’ Week and our theme for this year is Habitat Heroes! To celebrate, we asked a few of our top return volunteers why they love volunteering with us and why they keep on coming back. This story is by Hilary…let’s find out about her Habitat volunteering experience. Would you say you’re addicted to… Read more »
Read moreWhy volunteer with Habitat for Humanity: James’ Story
It’s Volunteers’ Week and our theme for this year is Habitat Heroes! To celebrate, we asked a few of our top return volunteers why they love volunteering with us and why they keep on coming back. The first story we’ll be sharing is James’…let’s find out about his Habitat volunteering experience. When and why… Read more »
Read moreStories of Refugee Women in Lebanon
Refugee Stories Around the world, women face unimaginable daily struggles. Whether it’s fetching water for their family, fighting for their rights to land, or escaping war. Refugee women in Lebanon have kindly shared their stories with us…
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