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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.

Kyiv, Ukraine (September 9, 2024) – Habitat for Humanity, a global leader in affordable housing and community development, is proud to announce the official opening of its new branch in Ukraine. This expansion comes at a crucial time as the nation faces an unprecedented need for housing reconstruction and development following the ongoing war and displacement. The new branch will focus on providing safe, affordable housing, rebuilding damaged homes, and enhancing community resilience through local partnerships and advocacy for effective housing policies. It will prioritize the most vulnerable populations, including internally displaced persons (IDPs) and low-income families, and will work closely with local NGOs, private sector, and local authorities to ensure that reconstruction efforts align with sustainable development goals.

Bratislava (September 15, 2024) — Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce the continuation and expansion of its partnership with Umdasch Group, an Austrian-based global leader in construction and retail solutions. After a successful collaboration last year, Umdasch Group has decided to extend the partnership until the end of 2024, incorporating new subsidiaries and scaling up its volunteering efforts.

Nairobi (September 2024) - The Association for Microfinance Institutions in Kenya (AMFI-K) and Habitat for Humanity International’s Terwilliger Centre for Innovation in Shelter (TCIS) have entered a partnership to reduce Kenya’s critical housing deficit and improve housing finance access for low- and middle-income families.

Disclaimer - An article written by ArcelorMittal Construction. All opinions in this article reflect the views of the author(s), not Habitat for Humanity International. October 2024

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CAIRO (Nov. 7, 2024)— Miyamoto International and Habitat for Humanity International are proud to announce a strategic alliance dedicated to improving housing conditions and supporting communities worldwide. This collaboration focuses on responding to emergency and humanitarian crises, advancing recovery and reconstruction, and developing disaster resilient strategies. Together, we aim to mobilize resources to enhance the well-being of low-income households globally, underscoring our shared commitment to a safer, more resilient world.

Cairo, Egypt — On the sidelines of the 12th World Urban Forum (WUF12), themed “It All Starts at Home: Local Actions for Sustainable Cities and Communities,” Habitat for Humanity Africa Area Office and United Cities and Local Governments of Africa (UCLG Africa) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote affordable housing, sustainable urban development, and climate resilience across Africa.