“Before joining Habitat for Humanity ReStore, I was aware of how crucial houses are, but was blind to the impacts furniture can have on turning a house into a home and, in turn, on someone’s opportunities, well-being, and future.” Yasmin Taraporevala I am Yasmin Taraporevala, a student in London who had the incredible opportunity to… Read more »
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A Day Out At Our Upcycling Workshops
“We left the workshop feeling accomplished and proud of ourselves for what we had achieved and it’s the most wonderful feeling to know that this furniture will be given to people that really need it.” Author: Lucy Kidson I recently spent the day at one of our upcycling workshops that Habitat for Humanity Great Britain… 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 morePlay Sport to Secure Land in Zambia
Why Sport? Sport has the power to build hope, trust and create a perfect future for children and young people across the globe. Having a safe place to live encourages children to be active and play sports. Helping them to sleep, dream and thrive. Habitat for Humanity has been collaborating with Bauleni United Sports Academy… Read more »
Read moreNot an Everyday Occurence
Returning to Cambodia Andy, a Habitat for Humanity Team Leader, returned to Cambodia three years after a Build in Siem Reap and witnessed first-hand the impact of his team’s support to a local family. This is his story. You don’t often get the chance or there aren’t many people who can say they have built… Read more »
Read moreJohn Midgley- A living Legacy
John and Touchstone are building a legacy in Malawi with Habitat that is changing the lives of families right now and will benefit generations to come. John Midgley – a personal journey I was born and bred in the Yorkshire Dales but spent much of my life working and travelling throughout the developing world. I… 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 moreThe impact of building a home: a volunteer’s experience in Kenya
In April, a team of volunteers from the leading house builder, Homes for Scotland, ventured to Kenya to build a new home for Mama Saline. Nicola Barclay, their CEO, returned inspired and wrote this blog post about her experience. Words can’t describe… A week after I returned from Kenya, and I’m back into the swing… Read more »
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