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Global Village open build schedule

Explore volunteer opportunities around the world with Habitat for Humanity

Global Village is a transformative weeklong international volunteer experience with opportunities across five continents. Volunteer groups support Habitat’s vision where everyone has a decent place to live by building or improving homes in partnership with local communities.

Browse our schedule of currently available build opportunities below. New volunteer opportunities are added regularly.

Available Global Village builds

Date Region Location Build type Youth Accepted
Oct. 23 – Oct. 30, 2027 Africa Malawi - Mulanje
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Women Build
Yes
Nov. 06 – Nov. 13, 2027 Europe & Middle East Romania - Zemes
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Home construction
Yes
Nov. 07 – Nov. 13, 2027 Asia & Pacific Cambodia - Siem Reap
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Home construction
Yes
Nov. 13 – Nov. 21, 2027 Asia & Pacific Vietnam - Phu Tho
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Home construction
Yes
Nov. 13 – Nov. 20, 2027 Latin America & the Caribbean Dominican Republic - San Cristobal
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Critical home improvement
No
Nov. 13 – Nov. 20, 2027 Latin America & the Caribbean Guatemala - Solola
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Healthy homes
Yes

Build types

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Critical home improvement
Improve existing shelters to make them safe, decent places to live.
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Green building

Help build energy-efficient homes with families who partner with Habitat.

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Healthy homes
Upgrade existing houses with smokeless stoves, water filtration systems, new bathrooms and more.
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Home construction

Help build new homes with families who partner with Habitat.

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Women Build

Work alongside local women as they lead change and create lasting impact in their community.

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Disaster resilience

Build disaster resilient housing and learn about Habitat’s work to increase structural stability and reduce risks.

Youth policy

For builds that accept youth, volunteers must be 15 to 17 years old and accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or authorized adult.

Global Village opportunities

Global Village is looking for team leaders to bring together private, pre-organized teams from your social club, university group, church, local Habitat organization, or friends and family for group volunteering opportunities. Visit Global Village private builds to learn more.

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