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Building Safer Futures: Empowering Women to Lead Climate Resilience in Nepal
Project Name: Systemic Action for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) Nepal Project Location: Western and Eastern Nepal Project Duration: August 2025 – June 2028
Project Summary
Empowering women to lead climate…
Constructing Safe Homes for the Most Vulnerable
Wirrawee Gunya Dharruk: A Place of Healing, Led by Community A new chapter of safety and support has begun in Western Sydney with the opening of Wirrawee Gunya Dharruk, a…
Maintenance and Repairs for More Liveable Homes and Communities
At Habitat for Humanity Australia, we believe that safe, well-maintained homes are the foundation of strong, resilient communities. In FY25, our programs focused on equipping women with practical skills, creating…
Innovative Solutions for Affordable and Secure Housing
In Sydney, a vacant three-bedroom home has been transformed into a safe, welcoming space for Aboriginal women and children escaping violence.
Sustainable Shopping That Builds Affordable Homes
Habitat Australia’s ReStore shops are sustainable, social enterprises – helping to transform donated goods into housing solutions for families in need.
NAIDOC Week at Phoebe House: Empowering Women and Honoring Legacy
The NAIDOC journey began as a movement for recognition and rights, sparked by Indigenous communities who saw a future built on justice and equality. The 2025 theme, "The Next Generation:…
Stories from overseas
Climate Resilient Communities
From Fires to Storms, and Buckets to Buildings At Habitat for Humanity Australia, we know that safe housing is key to building community resilience to the effects of climate…
Adequate Housing in Informal Urban Settlements
At Habitat for Humanity Australia, we work in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Bangladesh to deliver housing solutions that strengthen resilience and improve wellbeing. This project receives support from the…
Building empowerment for women and marginalised groups in Cambodia
Project Summary
The BUILD project empowers women and marginalised groups in Siem Reap, Cambodia, to lead climate-resilient shelter initiatives through inclusive, community-driven processes.
Women-led community action groups are being formed…
Women Empowered to Lead Change in their Community
This project receives support from the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and is in partnership with our implementing partner Habitat for Humanity Cambodia. Together, we are…
Building Resilient Slum Communities in Bangladesh
Since 2012, Habitat for Humanity Australia has partnered with people living in urban informal settlements (or ‘slum’ communities) in Dhaka to strengthen collective resilience. Our work focuses on improving access…
Adaptation for All: Inclusive Housing and Water Access in Vietnam
Project Summary
Adaptation for All strengthens climate resilience and adaptive capacity with households and communities at risk of climate change impacts through inclusive housing, improved water access, community empowerment, and…
Meet our volunteers
Every year, Habitat for Humanity Australia recognises the outstanding contributions of young individuals who demonstrate a profound commitment to volunteering. In 2024, we are thrilled to honour Zoe Kasinathan as our Young Volunteer…
Celebrating Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Corporate Volunteer of the Year: Turner & Townsend
Every year, Habitat for Humanity Australia recognises the exceptional contributions of corporate teams that go above and beyond in their…
Every year, Habitat for Humanity Australia honours an exceptional individual whose dedication and commitment to volunteering have significantly impacted communities both locally and abroad. In 2024, we are proud to celebrate Mary Zahariou…
Hayley and Heaths Engagement Story: Celebrating love and life on the Global Village program in Fiji.
Our Global Village program allows volunteers to make a tangible difference by helping communities in need build safe, secure homes. Through this initiative, participants from around the world can join together to work…
Habitat Australia’s Brush with Kindness program supports disadvantaged and vulnerable members of our community through mobilising volunteers to refurbish, repair and refresh crises and transitional accommodation for people facing hardship, including those recovering…
This year, we’re delighted to honour Jan and Greg, our Volunteers of the Year at Habitat for Humanity Australia. Their commitment to our Brush with Kindness (BWK) program in Queensland has been truly…
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In the Philippines, bamboo is emerging as a powerful
solution to two major challenges: climate change and
housing insecurity.
Often called the “poor man’s timber,” bamboo is
anything but. It grows fast, requires…
Heng and her family of five from Cambodia in a dilapidated hut constructed with old and worn zinc sheets. With no proper doors or locks, their home offered little security or comfort. Struggling…
At Habitat for Humanity Australia, every effort made is a step towards a world where everyone has a decent place to call home. The 2024 financial year has been a testament to the…
Australia’s construction and trade industries have been male dominated, with women making up just 24% of the workforce. Your support is transforming that imbalance through our Habitat Women program – empowering women with…
In Australia, the construction industry is traditionally very male dominated, with only 24% of the workforce identifying as female. (WGEA, May 2024) However, initiatives like our Habitat Women program are changing the landscape…
This spring we bring you our latest Build a Better World newsletter featuring Global Village updates, the latest Bushfire Resilience news, a reflection on NAIDOC week and an exclusive Safewill partnership offer.