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Europe, Middle East and Africa

Habitat for Humanity is present in more than 20 countries in EMEA region. We are a nonprofit housing organization that helps low-income people around the world access decent housing.

In order to find out more about our work in the region we bring you interesting stories.

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Group photo of Volunteers participating in a build in Kenya

A Habitat home marks a new beginning for Ann and her family in Laikipia

A Temporary Solution, A Lifetime of Struggle

Marka Camp, also known as Schneller Camp, is located just 10 kilometers northeast of Amman, Jordan. Established in 1968 as a temporary refuge for displaced Palestinian families, the camp was initially intended to offer immediate relief and support for those fleeing conflict. The Jordanian government, in collaboration with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), sought to provide these refugees with safety and essential services during a period of great uncertainty. However, what was meant to be a short-term solution has, over time, turned into a more permanent reality.

A Sanctuary for Refugees to Rebuild and Thrive

Located in the tranquil natural environment of Kiskunság, Hungary, sits Strazsa Tanya, a guesthouse and ranch. The property is named after the nearby Strázsa “mountain,” making it the perfect place to escape. After the Ukrainian invasion broke out, the facility transformed itself into a sanctuary for Ukrainian refugees, particularly those with disabilities and other cumulative disadvantages. Since then, the ranch has provided not only temporary shelter but also a pathway to rebuilding lives.