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How housing affects child development

Growing up in a decent, affordable home can have a powerful effect on children. Studies draw a straight line between the quality, location and affordability of housing and a child’s ability to thrive.

Informal Settlements: How housing affects human development

Improving informal settlements can increase a country’s economic development, income, health and education outcomes, as shown in the in-depth, data-driven report released by Habitat and our research partner, the International Institute for Environment and Development.

“The Business Case for Housing Microfinance in Africa” webinar

Habitat’s Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter is delighted to invite you to a webinar on “The Business Case for Housing Microfinance in Africa” on Thursday, April 5, 2018 from 4-5:30 p.m. East Africa Time.

7 things you should know about poverty and housing

Learn how poverty is defined, why affordable housing can be difficult to find, how housing relates to health and more.

Housing Opportunities and Mission Engagement

We believe in a world where everyone — no matter who we are or where we come from — deserves a decent place to live. Habitat’s leaders have committed to creating a space where people of all races, all faiths and all backgrounds come together in common cause.

Habitat houses around the world

The affordable housing that your support makes possible might differ from place to place, but the hope you help build always remains the same.

J.M. Huber Corporation renews global partnership with Habitat for Humanity International

J.M. Huber Corporation announced today it is renewing its partnership with Habitat for Humanity to support affordable and sustainable housing in communities around the world.

“This is my house”

Homeowner Lyndsay found security and self-reliance in her new Habitat home.

Moving a Habitat house in Fort Worth

In March, onlookers near Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth were treated to an unusual sight: a house rolling slowly along Seventh Street.

Habitat for Humanity applauds House passage of amended 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act

ATLANTA (May 20, 2026) — Habitat for Humanity applauds the House of Representatives’ bipartisan passage of the amended 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act by a vote of 396 - 13. 

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