RISE BUILD: Data-Driven Resilience for Informal Settlements
Supporting vulnerable families in urban informal settlements through inclusive, data-driven and innovative housing solutions.
Supporting vulnerable families in urban informal settlements through inclusive, data-driven and innovative housing solutions.
Since 1998, Habitat has implemented disaster resilience and recovery projects in vulnerable communities around the world. Our shelter catalogues showcase our work through collections of case studies and lessons learned.
Emily took an old pair of homemade lamps from the 1970s and gave them a fresh look with some primer, paint and new shades.
Low-income families are bearing the greatest brunt of the impact of climate change. At Habitat, we partner with financial institutions from around the world to provide the products and services that families need to build a stronger home for themselves.
Check out the sponsors for Habitat on the Hill 2025.
Habitat’s vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat is committed to removing barriers to affordable homeownership for the most vulnerable communities in more than 70 countries around the world.
From extreme cold to ice storms to blizzards, winter weather can knock out heat, power, communications and transportation networks, and can immobilize entire regions. In order to protect your home and family, it is important to be prepared before winter weather strikes.
Habitat for Humanity’s new report, “Informal Settlement Improvements and Women’s Health,” reveals that improving housing in informal settlements promotes positive health outcomes for women and entire communities, advancing sustainable development.
Home provides a strong sense of security and comfort — this is especially true for older adults. In Georgia alone, hundreds of homeowners across the state have partnered with their local Habitat to preserve their homes and their independence.
In 2026, for the first time since 1988, the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project will return to Atlanta. Atlanta Habitat for Humanity will bring volunteers, partners and affordable housing advocates together May 3–8 to build 24 new single-family homes and townhomes.