Earlier this year we sent a team of employees from architecture agency WATG to volunteer in the Philippines. The team was blessed with the caring presence of Rob Holmes as team leader, who has led many builds in many different countries. Our operation in the Philippines is building nearly 5,000 homes every year and the work… Read more »
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Upgrading Palestinian Refugees Camps in Lebanon (Slum Rehabilitation)
The main objective for this slum rehabilitation project has been to upgrade the Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon to provide safe and healthy homes to poor and vulnerable families who have been living in camps for years, and often decades. An important focus of this project was put on families taking care of: Orphans Vulnerable children Women-headed households… Read more »
Read moreCôte d´Ivoire: Water Pumps, Toilets & Hygiene Training
The specific objectives of this project in Côte d´Ivoire include the rehabilitation of 30 water pumps (to serve 8,400 individuals), the rehabilitation of 45 latrines (to serve 225 individuals), the training of 3,000 people and the distribution of hygiene kit/non-food items for 4,000 individuals. Today in Côte d’Ivoire: 35% of people living in rural areas… Read more »
Read moreLand Reforms for Slums in Brazil: 3 Ways to Reduce Inequalities
Despite the rich cultural diversity and active citizenry, inequalities in Brazil continue to rank among some of the highest in the region. In major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, favelas (slums) stand as testaments to issues like overcrowding and housing deterioration by failing to provide: Safety Economic stability Basic water and sanitation services Secure housing The complexity of legal framework… Read more »
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