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Twenty-two-year-old Kannika Nhem began volunteering with Habitat Cambodia in 2019 for personal growth. And while it has been a fun way to meet new people, develop her talents and explore her interests, she remains a volunteer for another reason.

“I find that the most important inspiration now comes from my fuller understanding of the housing issue in Cambodia and all the ways Habitat works to solve it,” says the university student. “Not only is Habitat Cambodia building safe shelters and environments, but they are also helping people increase their knowledge and skills so that they can keep their income and housing stable.”

People with low incomes have generally been less civically engaged than the overall population, but homeownership can change that. In this evidence brief, Habitat examines the connections between income, homeownership, and civic engagement, as well as how closing the racial homeownership gap can mitigate racial gaps in civic engagement.

The new fund aims to unlock flexible capital for Habitat affiliates to build affordable housing at scale.

Habitat’s own Shala Carlson reflects on her experiences with Habitat following Hurricane Katrina and shares her message of hope for victims of Hurricane Harvey.

Some met the love of their life on the build site. Others strengthened the bond they already had. All say volunteering with Habitat for Humanity is a meaningful part of their relationship.

The Disaster Rebuild Team, composed of RV Care-A-Vanners who have received disaster training, can help communities and families build back after disaster strikes.

Santosh Shah, founder and president of Today’s Youth Asia, talks about working with and for young people to create social change.

Dina and her two children were able to move out of a crowded building they shared with 16 other renters and into their very own home thanks to Habitat for Humanity.

Vanderbilt University researchers have released a report that points the way to strong, stable neighborhoods with affordable housing.