Regaining independence and security
Staying in her house means so much to 75-year-old Habitat homeowner Katie, which is why she reached out to Twin Cities Habitat more than 20 years after becoming a homeowner.
Staying in her house means so much to 75-year-old Habitat homeowner Katie, which is why she reached out to Twin Cities Habitat more than 20 years after becoming a homeowner.
Only 21% of countries prioritize housing in climate commitments, according to a white paper released at COP29; urgent action is needed to address housing’s role in climate resilience and emissions reduction.
Habitat is working to create what Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called “the Beloved Community” — we will do the work in our practices, our programs and our networks to put equity and justice at the forefront of our efforts and bring that mission to the communities in which we work.
Ahead of the 2025 Group of Seven (G7) Summit, a groundbreaking new report from Habitat for Humanity International reveals that improving housing conditions in informal settlements has the power to enhance women’s health outcomes.
Current and past projects for the Habitat for Humanity Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter.
Habitat Ethiopia works with people like Tegegn Bogale Selegn, who are affected by leprosy, to improve their housing conditions and also to reintegrate them into the community.
Some Habitat volunteers wield a different set of tools.
From the contagious energy of the build site to the lasting impact of all that is accomplished, Habitat Humanitarians Jonathan and Drew Scott share why building with Habitat is a life-changing experience like no other.
Volunteer abroad with Habitat for Humanity and take part in a cross-cultural experience. Take a look at our international volunteer projects.
Habitat for Humanity International CEO, UN-Habitat executive director and Costa Rican president will headline virtual version of region’s leading housing forum May 17-21.