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We believe that everyone deserves a safe place to call home. Below you can find our most recently published blogs that share information about the work that we do around the world.

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Devi’s Story

Across India, millions of people are facing increasingly severe and…

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London Climate Action Week: Why housing belongs at the centre of climate action

As conversations continue during London Climate Action Week, one issue…

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Yasmin’s Work Placement at ReStore

"Before joining Habitat for Humanity ReStore, I was aware of…

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Celebrating 50 years of Habitat for Humanity

This year, Habitat for Humanity marks an extraordinary milestone: 50…

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Opening the door to opportunity

In rural Siem Reap, Cambodia, Pai Tun and his wife,…

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First Build Reflections

In July 2025, I had the amazing privilege of taking…

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New Beginnings Post Cyclone Freddy

Discover our success stories from the Chris Endsor Malawi Build…

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Community Hub Support in Romford: A Fresh Start

When a local woman moved into her new home in…

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Autumn Budget 2025 Response

The details of the Chancellor's budget make clear that far…

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From Destruction to Hope: Malawi’s Cyclone Freddy Recovery

Donate Now What was Cyclone Freddy and how is…

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Survival and Rebuilding: Austin’s Story

Donate Now When Tropical Cyclone Freddy struck Malawi, Austin…

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Imraan Chisanga an 18 year old tailor trained by Habitat for Humanity Malawi after Cyclone Freddy, sat outside of his new Habitat for Humanity home, using a sewing machine to tailor clothing

Beyond Bricks: Empowering Families to Rebuild

Donate Now For those displaced by Cyclone Freddy, rebuilding…

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Timange Ecobuild: Eco-Friendly Construction in Malawi

Donate Now Building sustainable homes in Malawi starts with…

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Meaningful Community Support, Big Difference

A local woman in Romford, caring for her children, reached…

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World Habitat Day 2025: Housing is the Bridge

Housing is often treated as an afterthought in global development…

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Less Aid Isn’t the Crisis

Less aid isn’t the crisis; the crisis is ignoring housing…

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Cycling the World for a Cause: Tim’s Journey

My passion for cycling began after moving out of my…

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Empty Spaces, Hidden Potential

As has become annual tradition, we were proud to take…

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World Refugee Day 2025: Solidarity with Refugees

Each year on World Refugee Day, we pause to reflect…

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Rebuilding Home: Maria and Sergii’s Story

After retiring, Maria, 77, and Sergii, 80, left city life…

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Our Comments on the Latest Spending Review

Today’s £39 billion Affordable Homes Programme is a vital step towards…

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World Environment Day 2025

Missed the live event? Scroll down to watch the full…

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Rebuilding After Fire in Dhaka: Sahana’s Story

Donate Now When disaster struck her neighbourhood in Dhaka,…

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Empowering Community Leadership: Sumi’s Story

Donate Now For Sumi, protecting her community isn’t a…

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From Cowshed to a Home: Nita’s Journey of Hope

Nita Shinde lives in Khed, Pune district, Maharashtra, with her…

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Our Statement Regarding the UK Government’s ODA Cut

Habitat for Humanity Great Britain is deeply concerned by the…

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Developing a Sustainable Sector: Turning Empty Spaces into Homes

The UK is experiencing a housing crisis, but a key…

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A Home for Manesi: Helping Families in Malawi

Manesi’s life changed forever in 2019 when her daughter tragically…

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A New Beginning for Mrs Thuan

In the heart of Dong Thap, a southern province of…

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Build A Legacy That Lasts Forever

At Habitat for Humanity Great Britain, we believe that everyone…

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Alem’s Journey: A Path to Financial Stability

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Yiftu’s Journey: A New Beginning

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Upgrading Slums, Empowering Women in Ethiopia

Thanks to the generous support of partners like the Leo…

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The Legacy of Jimmy Carter: A Life Devoted to Change

We were deeply saddened by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter’s…

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Jimmy Carter – Honouring A Life of Service

It is with deep sadness that we learn of the…

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Amber’s Diary – My Trip to Mapepe

Donate Now In my role at Habitat for Humanity, I’ve…

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Margaret’s Story: Beyond Bricks and Water

Donate Now Margaret, a resilient grandmother, has spent much of…

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Double Your Impact: Help Families Dream Big This Christmas

Donate Now What is home? When you think about the…

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Home Equals A Place Where Hope Can Flow

Donate Now Through the commitment of supporters like you, Habitat…

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Thank You for Supporting Our BBC Radio 4 Appeal

Reflecting on the Success of Our BBC Radio 4 Appeal:…

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CEO of GB Homes to Depart Following Integration with HFHGB

Following the announcement of the integration of Habitat for Humanity…

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Integration of Habitat For Humanity GB and GB Homes

We are pleased to announce that Habitat for Humanity Great…

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Habitat for Humanity GB’s Response to NPPF Reforms

Proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and other…

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Grenfell Tower Inquiry: The Importance of Safe Housing

The recent publication of the Grenfell Tower Phase 2 Inquiry…

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Your Will Could Do Wonders

In the heart of Zambia's Makalulu district, amidst the hustle…

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Laying The Foundation For Change

A home is the cornerstone of stability and security, providing…

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Why Flooring Matters

Underfoot But Overlooked: Why Flooring is Key to a Healthy…

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Unlocking Housing Potential – Dr Henrietta Blackmore Commentary

Collaboration among councils, housing associations and communities to transform empty…

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Unlocking Potential – Financial Training in Nepal

Nepal is one of the poorest and least developed countries…

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Addressing Energy Poverty in Central and Eastern Europe

Energy powers communities. It keeps homes warm in the winter…

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Habitat for Humanity’s Work in Ukraine

Habitat has been working on the ground in Ukraine since…

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Ukraine Crisis Update

Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine two years ago has created…

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Finding Peace in Poland

Irina and her 6-year-old daughter, Kira, found refuge in Poland…

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Tetiana and her son Denys, embracing one another and smiling after fleeing Ukraine and finding hope in Bucharest

Finding Hope in Bucharest

"When the war began, he started to have new…

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Shelter from the Storm: Make It Happen

How Your Support Is Helping to Protect Lives…

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Resilience Amidst Disaster: Amber’s Malawi Diary

"There’s an incredible sense of community amongst the residents of…

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Christian Philanthropy: The Challenges and Overcoming Them

Welcome to our first Philanthropy blog of 2024, a series…

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Write your will for free | Habitat for Humanity GB and Octopus Legacy Web Banner 2024

Leave A Legacy In Your Will, Change the World Through Shelter

Leave a legacy. Change the world through shelter. Have…

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Discount Promocodes Web Banner | February Poll

Vote for Us in the Discount Promo Codes Charity Poll this February

Who Are Discount Promo Codes? Discount Promo Codes, is a…

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Tomfoolery Video Snapshot 4 | Christmas Appeal 2023

Our Christmas Appeal: Featured by UK Fundraising

We are honoured to have our Christmas video appeal featured…

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