Habitat for Humanity International

As we mark the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, we are inspired looking back at the recovery efforts that united Habitat for Humanity volunteers, local affiliates and partners across the nation. View our photo gallery that provides just a sample of the activities involved in the coordinated rebuilding effort for long-term recovery across the Gulf Coast. https://lnkd.in/eM_xADUF

Access to safe and reliable water, sanitation and hygiene — called WASH — is an integral component of adequate housing. Our comprehensive, community-led WASH strategy not only helps thousands of families improve their lives and livelihoods, but our work also serves to advance health outcomes, environmental conservation, women’s empowerment, economic growth and education.  In the post below, learn about Habitat for Humanity Fiji's recently completed WASH facilities at the Namulomulo Village After-School Learning Centre.

Habitat is hiring!! Search all of our current openings at habitat.org/careers, including positions in communications, fundraising, IT and more! Here are three featured openings in Asia and the Pacific region. ➡️ Manager, Volunteer Programs: bit.ly/41gVbYO ➡️ National Director, Habitat for Humanity Fiji: bit.ly/4lKaaSe ➡️ Manager, Corporate Partnerships: bit.ly/43yfIs4

Many schools have been incorporating hands-on Habitat for Humanity service projects into student orientations this year and we love to see it! For many, this is their first exposure to our work and our mission, but we know a number of them will be hooked and looking for more ways to get involved. Learn more about our programs for younger volunteers, including Collegiate Challenge, Habitat Young Professionals and Campus Chapters. https://lnkd.in/gFH7mdjV

Currently, the more than 1 billion people around the world living in informal settlements, such as slums or favelas, are not treated as equals. 🚰 A home without access to clean water means families are at risk of life-threatening diseases. 📃 A home without land rights means families live in fear of eviction with their futures on hold. 🚧 A poorly built home in a disaster-prone area means families are more vulnerable to weather-related damage. 🗣️ A home where civic participation is limited means families struggle to have their voices heard. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿, 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁. It will take the power of communities coupled with policy change to ensure access to adequate housing for all. Together, with partners, governments and communities, our #HomeEquals global advocacy capaign can create lasting change so that people living in informal settlements have safe and secure homes. Learn more at habitat.org/home-equals.

Drew and Jonathan Scott know a good find when they see one, and Habitat ReStores are full of them! Whether you are an avid DIYer or a seasoned contractor, your purchase will help keep items out of landfills while also creating opportunity in your community and around the world. Find the ReStore closest to you by searching by zip code at habitat.org/restores and stop by today!

Habitat for Humanity has open positions working out of our Atlanta headquarters and in locations around the world. Check out three featured positions outside of the U.S. below or visit habitat.org/careers to search all of our current opportunities accepting applications. - Senior Director, Business Services (Slovakia): bit.ly/41598ZM - Gerencia Sénior, FOI (Honduras): bit.ly/45AmNJD - Senior Specialist, Urban Programs (Asia-Pacific): bit.ly/3V4lQ7m

Acknowledging the ever-widening gap between personal income and the cost of housing in the region, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity established the Northwest Florida Community Land Trust as a shared equity homeownership model. In this Community Land Trust model, homeowners agree to a resale formula that ensures the home remains affordable for the next qualified buyer, preserving access to homeownership in perpetuity. Learn more about how the program works in Escambia County in this article from the Pensacola News Journal. https://lnkd.in/e7f2uTrz

Let’s make housing in the U.S. more affordable and accessible for all. Join us through Habitat Voices in Action as we work together for affordable homeownership. Owning a home is the key to building stability and wealth. Yet, with skyrocketing home prices, millions of Americans are locked out of the dream of homeownership. With hundreds of policy successes, we know how to impact affordable housing at the local, state and federal levels. We use our expert resources, research and proven practices to call on policymakers and advocate for home affordability. But we can’t do it without you. Join us to help ensure everyone has a chance to own a safe, affordable home. Every voice matters – especially yours. https://lnkd.in/eUp_mkM2