What is Poverty? In simple terms, poverty is not having enough money or access to resources to enjoy a decent standard of living; be that the lack of access to healthcare, education or water and sanitation facilities etc. Historically, poverty in the UK was defined as either primary and secondary in studies by Seebhom Rowntree… Read more »
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Financial Times Seasonal Appeal Partnership
This year, The Financial Times has chosen Habitat for Humanity as its season appeal charity partner. This partnership will also increase awareness of our organisation through editorial coverage of our work. Roula Khalaf, the deputy editor and head of the season appeal committee at FT said “The Financial Times is delighted to work with Habitat… Read more »
Read moreAfrican Cities: Building Resilient, Sustainable & Inclusive Societies
The challenges faced by Africa’s rapidly growing cities are unique. Chief Resilience Officers from Ethiopia, Ghana & South Africa share how their cities are approaching the urgent challenges their cities are working to solve. The list of interviewees includes: Fitsumbrhan Tsegaye (Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) Desmond Appiah (Accra, Ghana) Craig Kesson (Cape Town, South Africa) The… Read more »
Read moreClimate Change Adaptation: Building Sustainable Communities
Climate change is a daily hazard for many of the communities that we support and that’s why we are increasing our focus on climate change adaptation – or climate resilience – in order to build stronger, self-reliant and sustainable communities. We have a core mandate to reduce vulnerability to climate change as safe, decent shelter… Read more »
Read moreBuilding Sustainable Cities & Communities: The New Urban Agenda
Housing, in particular building sustainable cities and communities, is at the centre of key issues such as: Poverty reduction Employment opportunities Education Crime reduction Health Housing is also a key factor contributing to economic growth, addressing energy consumption and fostering resilience. Getting ready for an urbanised world Habitat for Humanity believes in the importance of Housing at… 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 »
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