Veles, North Macedonia
October 03, 2027
October 09, 2027
Program Donation
2190.00
Description
Once a thriving industrial center, Veles was known for its factories in the Yugoslav era. The city’s economy heavily depended on state-run industry, which provided stable employment for thousands of workers. Following the breakup of Yugoslavia, the sudden industrial collapse triggered a severe economic decline, leading to high unemployment and poverty.
Habitat Macedonia’s New Builds Veles program is committed to supporting low-income families by offering affordable housing solutions, strengthening local capacities and supporting communities.
The New Builds Veles program, launched in 2009 with support from the Government of North Macedonia, the Municipality of Veles, and local residents, aims to build 11 residential buildings with 98 apartments. Volunteers will assist a building contractor and local volunteers with constructing these new units.
Some of the construction tasks include:
Habitat Macedonia’s New Builds Veles program is committed to supporting low-income families by offering affordable housing solutions, strengthening local capacities and supporting communities.
The New Builds Veles program, launched in 2009 with support from the Government of North Macedonia, the Municipality of Veles, and local residents, aims to build 11 residential buildings with 98 apartments. Volunteers will assist a building contractor and local volunteers with constructing these new units.
Some of the construction tasks include:
- Transporting materials.
- Assembling reinforcement bars.
- Working with building blocks.
- Interior plastering.
- Painting.
- Tiling.