A new report, Climate Action through Housing and Informal Settlements, released today by Habitat, finds in addition to the lack of commitment to housing, only 11 NDCs reviewed mention informal settlements or slums as a national issue, despite these areas being home to more than 1 billion people.
Learn about Habitat for Humanity International’s position on climate change and housing — our beliefs, our practices and our commitments.
The ceremonial passing of the hammer between Austin Habitat for Humanity and Atlanta Habitat took place during the closing ceremony of this year’s weeklong blitz build in Austin, Texas, on Friday, Oct. 31.
As COP30 begins in Belém, Brazil, we celebrate a transformative milestone: housing is recognized as a cornerstone of climate action.
Habitat currently works in more than 70 countries around the world. Browse our country profiles and learn more about our work to help families build strength and stability.
View a list of Habitat for Humanity’s board of directors and senior leadership staff.