Habitat for Humanity Great Britain is deeply concerned by the UK Government’s decision to reduce Official Development Assistance (ODA) for international development from 0.5% to 0.3% of gross national income. This move undermines decades of progress made toward alleviating poverty, improving housing conditions, and building resilient communities worldwide. For many of the world’s most… Read more »
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Developing a Sustainable Sector: Turning Empty Spaces into Homes
The UK is experiencing a housing crisis, but a key part of the solution may already exist in the form of empty and underused buildings. At the National Housing Federation‘s ‘Board Leadership Conference 2025’, our National Director, Dr Henrietta Blackmore, shared insights on how repurposing these spaces can expand affordable housing while also contributing to… Read more »
Read moreThe Legacy of Jimmy Carter: A Life Devoted to Change
We were deeply saddened by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter’s passing, however there is much we can celebrate of his rich life. He was an inspiration to people from all over the world for what he achieved over the 42 years after he left the White House. One of his major commitments was his steadfast… Read more »
Read moreJimmy Carter – Honouring A Life of Service
It is with deep sadness that we learn of the death of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the USA. Henrietta Blackmore, National Director, Habitat for Humanity Great Britain said, “Everyone at Habitat for Humanity GB offers their deepest condolences to the Carter family at this time of great personal loss, and their thanks… Read more »
Read moreIntegration of Habitat For Humanity GB and GB Homes
We are pleased to announce that Habitat for Humanity Great Britain and its subsidiary, GB Homes, have now fully integrated into one unified organisation, marking a significant step in our journey toward a stronger future. Habitat for Humanity Great Britain will carry forward the legacy of GB Homes’ work into a new chapter of greater… Read more »
Read moreHabitat for Humanity GB’s Response to NPPF Reforms
Proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and other changes to the planning system – Response from Habitat for Humanity Great Britain Habitat for Humanity Great Britain is part of an international charity whose mission is to fight poverty and homelessness around the world. We believe that a decent home helps to permanently… Read more »
Read moreGrenfell Tower Inquiry: The Importance of Safe Housing
The recent publication of the Grenfell Tower Phase 2 Inquiry Report, the second and final part of the long-standing inquiry, has brought to light a concerning reality. Recent data reveals that over 2,000 high-rise buildings in England alone remain with unsafe cladding systems, reminding us that the lessons from Grenfell remain unsolved. The report underlines… Read more »
Read moreAddressing Energy Poverty in Central and Eastern Europe
Energy powers communities. It keeps homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It fuels agricultural and manufacturing production, generating food, revenue, and jobs. We depend on energy in hospitals and schools to heal and educate communities. Energy’s presence is not just essential – it’s lifesaving, acting as an engine for economic growth… Read more »
Read moreHabitat for Humanity’s Work in Ukraine
Habitat has been working on the ground in Ukraine since September 2022 through partnerships with local and international organisations, offering interventions aimed at home and community infrastructure repairs and supplying resources and technical expertise for home weatherisation. Repairing Homes and Infrastructure in Northern and Eastern Ukraine In 2023, Habitat and its partners Catholic Relief… Read more »
Read moreUkraine Crisis Update
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine two years ago has created an enormous humanitarian crisis, with an estimated 14.6 million people in need of humanitarian assistance in the region and over £40 billion in damage to the housing sector, representing 37% of the total damage. The devastating conflict has forever changed the lives of millions… Read more »
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