Finding strength in decent housing
Shashika and Nimasha were both in their teens when the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami hit Sri Lanka. Now mothers, they appreciate having a secure home to bring up their own children.
Shashika and Nimasha were both in their teens when the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami hit Sri Lanka. Now mothers, they appreciate having a secure home to bring up their own children.
Meet Olivia Wong, long-time volunteer and newest member of Habitat for Humanity International’s board. She shares her views about leadership, volunteerism, faith and more.
Morsheda was relieved to move into a new house before her daughter was born. When her husband Babar has to be away for work, he is assured his family is safe at home.
Despite her difficulties and health issue, Kimchheng can build a better life with her son in a decent, secure home.
Across the Asia-Pacific region, families such as Naresh’s partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home.
Homeowners from the 2009 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project in Chiang Mai, Thailand, share how strong and stable homes have helped to build a warm and caring community.
A homeowner from the 1999 Carter Work Project in the Philippines shares why she is unfazed during extreme weather and how her family has built resilience.
Dare to make a difference? You’re the HabitatYLB Champion we’re looking for to transform lives through building homes and communities.
Biddut, who grew up in a Habitat home in Bangladesh, credits his parents for inspiring him to work hard and take over their home-based business.
Microfinance institutions’ leaders share about what they have gained from the Asia-Pacific Housing Forum