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# Habitat for Humanity Australia
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- [Meanwhile use: unlikely alliance unlocking vacant properties](https://habitat.org.au/national-alliance-meanwhile-use/) - A new coalition of corporate, government and community leaders, including Habitat for Humanity Australia, is transforming vacant properties into safe, transitional homes in just 12 weeks.
- [Homelessness Week 2026, 3–9 August](https://habitat.org.au/homelessness-week-2026/) - This year's Homelessness Week arrives with a message that feels more urgent than ever: Homelessness Action Now.
- [Stronger homes, safer communities](https://habitat.org.au/stronger-homes-safer-communities/) - How Habitat for Humanity Australia helps elderly and vulnerable NSW residents prepare for bushfire season with free home safety support across the Blue Mountains.
- [From fragile to strong: transforming lives in Vietnam](https://habitat.org.au/from-fragile-to-strong-transforming-lives-in-vietnam/) - Our Climate Resilience Project is helping vulnerable communities in Vietnam build safer, stronger futures by improving access to resilient housing, clean water, community-led solutions, and advocacy for lasting change.
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia Joins Global “Let’s Open the Door” Campaign as it Celebrates 50 Years of Impact](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-for-humanity-australia-joins-global-lets-open-the-door-campaign-as-it-celebrates-50-years-of-impact/) - Habitat for Humanity Australia launches the “Let’s Open the Door” campaign to mark its 50th anniversary, mobilising global action on the housing crisis and advocating for safe, affordable homes for all.
- [How one young woman is making her community disaster-resilient](https://habitat.org.au/community-at-risk-in-nepal/) - Shuklaphanta Municipality in Nepal faces serious and recurring natural hazards including flooding, fire, extreme heat, and erratic rainfall.
- [Arada Foundation, The Big Heart Foundation to support Habitat for Humanity Australia during ‘Home for a Home’ year-round global initiative ](https://habitat.org.au/arada-foundation-home-for-a-home/) - In partnership with Habitat for Humanity Australia, 'Home for a Home' will deliver 300 homes to those in need in the Yogyakarta Province of Indonesia.
- [From unsafe shelter to a foundation for the future in Cambodia](https://habitat.org.au/from-unsafe-shelter-to-a-foundation-for-the-future-in-cambodia/) - Home is the foundation on which we build our lives, communities and hope. For Mrs. Sa and her family in Cambodia, that foundation is now real.
- [3 Ways to Make a Difference in 2025: Join Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Mission](https://habitat.org.au/3-ways-to-make-a-difference-in-2025-join-habitat-for-humanity-australias-mission/) - Get involved with Habitat: volunteer, donate, and transform lives!
- [Building a Better World | Autumn 2026](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-autumn-2026/) - Community-Led Solution: Improving Access and Livelihoods With your generosity, life has changed for the 1,345 people living in a rural village in Cambodia.
- [Empowering Communities in Rural Cambodia ](https://habitat.org.au/empowering-communities-in-rural-cambodia/) - This rural village is home to 338 families and 1,345 residents. The community elected a committee, led by a woman, to identify challenges and propose solutions.
- [Building Hope in the Heart of Ashfield: Habitat for Humanity Australia Delivers Two Homes in Australia’s Largest Meanwhile Use Project](https://habitat.org.au/building-hope-in-the-heart-of-ashfield/) - Through our Habitat Women and Brush with Kindness programs, we were proud to roll up our sleeves and contribute to this transformative project.
- [Habitat Australia Celebrates International Volunteer Day](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-australia-celebrates-international-volunteer-day/) - Every year on International Volunteer Day, we celebrate the people who give their time, energy, and compassion to create a better world.
- [Habitat Australia Shares Powerful Message At The Climate Change Conference #COP30 hosted by the UNFCCC](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-australia-shares-powerful-message-at-the-climate-change-conference-cop30-hosted-by-the-unfccc/) - Habitat Australia Shares Powerful Message At The Climate Change Conference #COP30 hosted by the UNFCCC.
- [Ethical Volunteering vs Voluntourism: How to Make a Real Impact Abroad](https://habitat.org.au/ethical-volunteering-vs-voluntourism-how-to-make-a-real-impact-abroad/) - Many well-intentioned volunteers don’t realise that without proper structure, oversight, and community partnership, voluntourism can create long-term problems.
- [Innovative Solutions for Affordable and Secure Housing](https://habitat.org.au/innovative-solutions-for-affordable-and-secure-housing/) - An innovative housing solution: turning a vacant three-bedroom home into a safe, welcoming space for Aboriginal women and children escaping violence.
- [Building Climate Resilience Through Housing ](https://habitat.org.au/building-climate-resilience-through-housing/) - Climate change is no longer a distant threat, it is reshaping how we live, work and build homes. Rising seas, intensifying storms and prolonged droughts are already putting millions of people at risk, particularly families living in poverty or in informal settlements. In Asia and the Pacific, our neighbours and partners are bearing the brunt
- [Maintenance and Repairs for More Liveable Homes and Communities](https://habitat.org.au/maintenance-and-repairs-for-more-liveable-homes-and-communities/) - At Habitat Australia, we undertake maintenance and repairs to ensure that safe and decent homes are the foundation of strong, resilient communities.
- [Monitoring and evaluation ](https://habitat.org.au/monitoring-and-evaluation/) - Our Framework Our Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) approach is aligned with Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Strategic Plan, Australian Programs Theory of Change and International Programs Development Effectiveness Framework, supporting our three core outcome areas: Build more and better homes – expanding access to resilient, sustainable and affordable housing. Transform housing systems – influencing policy and systems to
- [Climate Resilient Communities ](https://habitat.org.au/climate-resilient-communities/) - From Fires to Storms, and Buckets to Buildings - we know that safe housing is key to building community resilience to climate change.
- [Building Resilient Slum Communities in Bangladesh](https://habitat.org.au/building-resilient-slum-communities-in-bangladesh/) - Our work focuses on improving access to safe and resilient housing, clean water, and adequate sanitation, while promoting healthy hygiene practices.
- [Adequate Housing in Informal Urban Settlements ](https://habitat.org.au/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 Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP), ensuring that more families living in poverty and informal settlements can access safe, decent housing and
- [Advocacy: Unlocking Systems for Greater Impact ](https://habitat.org.au/advocacy-unlocking-systems-for-greater-impact/) - Advocacy transforms the systems that shape access to adequate housing, unlocking more doors and more homes for families across Australia, Asia, and the Pacific.
- [Building empowerment for women and marginalised groups in Cambodia](https://habitat.org.au/building-empowerment-for-women-and-marginalised-groups-in-cambodia/) - Building empowerment for women and marginalised groups to lead climate-resilient shelter initiatives through inclusive, community-driven processes.
- [Strengthening Climate Resilience in Fiji](https://habitat.org.au/strengthening-climate-resilience-in-fiji/) - Serua Island in Fiji is a community facing severe climate impacts. The project helps the community adapt to climate change while preserving their way of life.
- [Building Safer Futures: Empowering Women to Lead Climate Resilience in Nepal](https://habitat.org.au/building-safer-futures-empowering-women-to-lead-climate-resilience-in-nepal/) - Empowering Women: SAFER Nepal strengthens inclusive disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate resilience in municipalities affected by climate-related impacts.
- [Adaptation for All: Inclusive Housing and Water Access in Vietnam](https://habitat.org.au/adaptation-for-all-inclusive-housing-and-water-access-in-vietnam/) - Adaptation for All strengthens climate resilience and adaptive capacity with households and communities at risk of climate change impacts.
- [Women Empowered to Lead Change in their Community](https://habitat.org.au/women-empowered-to-lead-change-in-their-community/) - We're empowering women to lead change - working with communities to create safe housing, improve infrastructure, and build resilience.
- [Our Development Approach: Building Resilience Through Community-Led Action ](https://habitat.org.au/our-development-approach-building-resilience-through-community-led-action/) - Development in climate-resilient housing is helping families stay safe, healthy, and connected to their land and culture.
- [Constructing Safe Homes for the Most Vulnerable](https://habitat.org.au/constructing-safe-homes-for-the-most-vulnerable/) - A chapter of support begins with the opening of Wirrawee Gunya Dharruk, a safe crisis accommodation for Aboriginal families escaping domestic family violence.
- [Sustainable Shopping That Builds Affordable Homes](https://habitat.org.au/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.
- [Corporate Conferences Building A Better World](https://habitat.org.au/corporate-conferences-building-a-better-world/) - Grant Thornton trailblazed the biggest Global Village build yet, taking 147 employees on their first-ever overseas, volunteer-focused corporate conference.
- [Building a Brighter Future: Habitat for Humanity Australia’s 2024-27 Strategy ](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-brighter-future-habitat-for-humanity-australias-2024-27-strategy/) - Join Habitat Australia's 2024-27 strategy to tackle urgent housing needs, empower communities, and build affordable, resilient homes in Australia & Asia
- [World Toilet Day: Transforming lives through water, sanitation and hygiene](https://habitat.org.au/world-toilet-day-transforming-lives-through-water-sanitation-and-hygiene/) - On World Toilet Day we're reminded of the importance of WASH, for families like Ruon and Chhoeuk, safe access to WASH can transform life in a profound way.
- [world water day - how to drive action overseas](https://habitat.org.au/world-water-day-how-to-drive-action-overseas/) - World Water Day 2025, how Habitat for Humanity Australia hopes to help drive action for change through our WASH program.
- [3 Reasons We Need To Include Women in Climate Resilience](https://habitat.org.au/3-reasons-we-need-to-include-women-in-climate-resilience/) - Women are featuring heavily in our overseas projects - why? They are key to building strong, resilient and climate-ready communities.
- [Our 4 International Projects: What, Where, Why, and How?](https://habitat.org.au/our-international-projects/) - Our Four International Projects: The Impact of Our Partnerships in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal, and Vietnam
- [Building a Better World | Spring 2025](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-spring-2025/) - 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 little water, and doesn’t need pesticides. It also absorbs carbon dioxide and helps prevent soil erosion - making it one of the most sustainable building materials available.
- [NAIDOC Week at Phoebe House: Empowering Women and Honoring Legacy](https://habitat.org.au/naidoc-week-at-phoebe-house/) - This NAIDOC week, in a commitment to keep the movement grounded in community-led vision, we partnered with Phoebe House through our Brush with Kindness Program.
- [What a Transformation - How Our Front Yard Blitz Improved 30 Homes in 30 days](https://habitat.org.au/30-homes-in-30-days/) - Our Front yard Blitz has brought together volunteers, corporate teams, and community members to create safe, welcoming spaces for vulnerable families in Sydney.
- [Home Equals Health: How Better Housing is Saving Lives.](https://habitat.org.au/home-equals-health/) - Home Equals Health: A ground-breaking global Home Equals report from Habitat for Humanity International has put data behind that belief.
- [Breaking Barriers: Bhaggya’s Journey to Graduation with Habitat Women](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-women-bhaggyas-story/) - "I come from a place where women are often expected to stay small,where gender roles are rigid, and the patriarchy is quietly stitched into everyday life."
- [Jennifer's Story: From Refuge to Real Estate Student](https://habitat.org.au/jennifers-story/) - Jennifer moved into a refuge as a young teenager, her’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of safe, stable, and supportive housing.
- [A Brighter Future with Every Brushstroke](https://habitat.org.au/dulux-brushing-brighter-futures/) - For over 30 years, Dulux has provided us with thousands of litres of premium paint, helping to paint brighter futures for those who need it most.
- [prouty project take on the blue mountains](https://habitat.org.au/prouty-project-take-on-the-blue-mountains/) - Prouty Project joined Habitat for Humanity Australia from the US, for a huge week of corporate volunteering in the Blue Mountains.
- [Coronation's Christmas Miracle: providing homes for families in need](https://habitat.org.au/coronation-partnership/) - Coronation Property Group, a leading Australian developer and builder, partnered with Habitat to transform a temporary accommodation for two families in need.
- [The Reality of The Australian Housing Crisis That You Need To Know About](https://habitat.org.au/the-housing-crisis-at-home/) - As the housing market becomes tighter, families, elders, and single parents experience an increasing struggle to find stable homes.
- [From Struggle to Strength: Safe Water and Strong Voices](https://habitat.org.au/women-building-resilient-communities/) - From Struggle to Strength: How Women in Dhaka Are Building Resilience For Their Community, Through Safe Water and Strong Voices
- [Inclusivity Through Shelter: Cambodia is Leading the Way](https://habitat.org.au/how-cambodia-is-building-inclusivity-through-shelter/) - How Cambodia is building gender inclusivity through shelter: a case study on vulnerable families in the region of Chob.
- [From Vacant to Vibrant: How Meanwhile Use Housing Makes Change](https://habitat.org.au/meanwhile-use-housing-makes-change/) - From Vacant to Vibrant: How Meanwhile Use Housing Drives Change, Helping Homeless Women and Children in Sydney.
- [brushing away barriers with Dulux](https://habitat.org.au/brushing-away-barriers-with-dulux/) - Dulux, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Australia’s is celebrating International Women’s Day through our Brush with Kindness Program
- [Building a Better World | Autumn 2025](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-autumn-2025/) - 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 to even be able to afford daily meals, Heng had never imagined having a secure and decent home.
- [painting a brighter future: how 30 years of 'brush with kindness' has made a difference with Dulux ](https://habitat.org.au/painting-a-brighter-future-how-30-years-of-brush-with-kindness-has-made-a-difference-with-dulux/) - We would like to recognise and celebrate our partnership of 30 years with Dulux Australia. Our partnership with Dulux has proved to be a great partnership because it has combined resources and expertise to revitalise homes, improve Australian communities, and support Aussies in need. Dulux donates paint to not-for-profit organisations and communities to protect and
- [Fire Preparation with Habitat Bangladesh](https://habitat.org.au/fire-preparation-with-habitat-bangladesh/) - In Dhaka, Bangladesh congested housing means things like fire pose an indescribable risk. Habitat's fire preparedness trainings aim to mitigate this.
- [victoria annual update](https://habitat.org.au/victoria-annual-update/) - Victoria Annual Update: Habitat for Humanity Victoria continues to work towards building a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
- [south australia annual update](https://habitat.org.au/south-australia-annual-update/) - South Australia Annual Update: Habitat for Humanity South Australia continues to work towards building a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
- [Building Resilience and Hope: A story of Success in Beguntila, Dhaka ](https://habitat.org.au/building-resilience-and-hope-a-story-of-success-in-beguntila-dhaka/) - In the bustling city of Dhaka, Bangladesh, one community is finding strength, unity, and resilience through a remarkable initiative led by Habitat for Humanity. The construction of a climate-smart, inclusive community centre in Beguntila, an informal settlement, has brought about transformative change for its residents, helping them adapt to climate challenges while fostering a stronger
- [Celebrating Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Corporate Volunteers of the Year: Turner & Townsend ](https://habitat.org.au/celebrating-habitat-for-humanity-australias-corporate-volunteers-of-the-year-turner-townsend/) - 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 commitment to volunteering and giving back to the community. In 2024, we are delighted to honour Turner & Townsend as our Corporate
- [Australian NGO community celebrates 50th anniversary for one-of-a-kind Government-NGO partnership program](https://habitat.org.au/australian-ngo-community-celebrates-50th-anniversary-for-one-of-a-kind-government-ngo-partnership-program/) - At Habitat for Humanity Australia, we build homes, communities and hope. Through our longstanding partnership with the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP), we have been able to extend our work across Vietnam, Cambodia, Bangladesh, Nepal and Fiji, ensuring that those we serve are empowered to create lasting change. Together with ANCP, we have fostered self-sustaining
- [Celebrating Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Volunteer of the Year: Mary Zahariou ](https://habitat.org.au/celebrating-habitat-for-humanity-australias-volunteer-of-the-year-mary-zahariou/) - 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 as our Volunteer of the Year. A Legendary Legacy Mary Zahariou’s journey with Habitat for Humanity Australia began in 2011 when she
- [Celebrating Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Young Volunteer of the Year: Zoe Kasinathan ](https://habitat.org.au/celebrating-habitat-for-humanity-australias-young-volunteer-of-the-year-zoe-kasinathan/) - 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 of the Year. “I volunteered because I wanted to actively help people, not just talk about the strategies but to be a part
- [Building Homes, Building Hope: Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Impact in 2024](https://habitat.org.au/building-homes-building-hope-habitat-for-humanity-australias-impact-in-2024/) - Empowering 11,868 lives in 2024! Discover Habitat for Humanity’s housing programs, women’s initiatives, and global impact. Join us to build a better future
- [A Letter from our CEO | Nicole Stanmore](https://habitat.org.au/a-letter-from-our-ceo-nicole-stanmore/) - As our three year strategic plan comes to an end we reflect on the many achievements that have helped our communities both in Australia and overseas. In Australia we achieved the accreditation of Community Housing Provider allowing us to serve and house those that need our help in the light of the current housing crisis.
- [Empowering Women Through Habitat: How Habitat Women Drives Sustainability and Global Development Goals ](https://habitat.org.au/empowering-women-through-habitat-how-habitat-women-drives-sustainability-and-global-development-goals/) - The Habitat Women program by Habitat for Humanity Australia is a pioneering initiative that supports women entering the construction industry, breaking down employment barriers, and fostering essential skills for meaningful careers. This program doesn’t just transform lives—it uplifts communities by aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), working towards a more inclusive and sustainable
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia’s Work Overseas | 2024 ](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-for-humanity-australias-work-overseas-2024/) - At Habitat for Humanity Australia, we're dedicated to building a world where everyone has a safe, affordable place to call home. Across the Asia-Pacific region, we’re working hand-in-hand with local partners in countries like Vietnam, Cambodia, Nepal, Bangladesh, and the Pacific Islands to address critical needs in shelter, water access, sanitation, and climate resilience. Here’s
- [Creating a Healing Space: How Habitat for Humanity Australia Volunteers and Habitat Women Built a Sensory Garden for Domestic Violence Refuge](https://habitat.org.au/creating-a-healing-space-how-habitat-for-humanity-australia-volunteers-and-habitat-women-built-a-sensory-garden-for-domestic-violence-refuge/) - A sensory garden provides Aboriginal women and children escaping domestic violence a place to heal from trauma and recover.
- [Habitat and Rainbow Lodge come together through Brush with Kindness.](https://habitat.org.au/rainbow-lodge/) - Habitat Australia’s Brush with Kindness program supports vulnerable members of our community, one of our long standing partnerships is with Rainbow Lodge.
- [Hayley and Heaths Engagement Story: Celebrating love and life on the Global Village program in Fiji.](https://habitat.org.au/hayley-and-heaths-engagement-story-celebrating-love-and-life-on-the-global-village-program-in-fiji/) - Our Global Village program restarted in Fiji! Hayley and Heath were two of the volunteers who joined us and what an incredible trip they had!
- [The Tan Ta May Family’s Journey Towards A Safer Home ](https://habitat.org.au/the-tan-ta-may-familys-journey-towards-a-safer-home/) - In Vietnam the Tan Ta May family faced many hardships but they have found hope through Habitat for Humanity's support, prioritising a safe and hygiene home.
- [Carolina's Habitat Women Journey: Building Confidence And Realising Her Dreams](https://habitat.org.au/carolinas-habitat-women-journey-building-confidence-and-realising-her-dreams/) - Carolina has always had a desire to work in the construction industry, with Habitat Women she is building her confidence and realising her potential.
- [This World Habitat Day we're engaging youth to create a better urban future. ](https://habitat.org.au/this-world-habitat-day-were-engaging-youth-to-create-a-better-urban-future/) - World Habitat Day. In the face of global challenges, like climate migration and informal settlements, youth are central to building a better urban future.
- [Building a Better World | Spring 2024](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-spring-2024/) - 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 the skills, confidence and support to enter the sector.
- [Building a Better World | Spring 2023](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-spring-2023/) - 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.
- [Komola's journey to Empowering her Community Through Menstrual Hygiene](https://habitat.org.au/komolas-journey-to-empowering-her-community-through-menstrual-hygiene/) - In many parts of the world, menstruation remains shrouded in stigma and silence. Myths, and misconceptions leave women and girls without the information and resources they need to manage their health. For Komola, a 30-year-old homemaker living in Beguntila, Bangladesh with her husband and two children, this silence was an everyday reality. In 2024, a
- [Sumi's Story: Finding Community And Purpose In Duaripara, Dhaka](https://habitat.org.au/sumis-story-finding-community-and-purpose-in-duaripara-dhaka/) - Meet Sumi: Building Strength and Resilience in Duaripara Duaripara, home to over 1,500 families, is a vibrant community in Dhaka, Bangladesh, facing a range of challenges like overcrowding, insufficient water and sanitation services, and the ever-present threat of climate change. Many of its residents, who work in garment factories, domestic roles, or operate small businesses,
- [Celebrating the Power of Giving Back: National Volunteer Week 2023](https://habitat.org.au/celebrating-the-power-of-giving-back-national-volunteer-week-2023/) - This National Volunteer Week we are celebrating the dedicated volunteers who work onour Brush with Kindness, Bushfire Resilience and Global Village programs.
- [The Transformative Impact of the Phoum Khnor Community Water Station ](https://habitat.org.au/the-transformative-impact-of-the-phoum-khnor-community-water-station/) - In Phoum Khnor, Cambodia safe drinking water was a challenge. With the newly build water station, things have changed significantly for the community.
- [Building decent homes in Vietnam – Grant Thornton](https://habitat.org.au/building-decent-homes-in-vietnam-grant-thornton/) - This July from 16 to 19, 152 volunteers from Grant Thornton will participate in a four-day build in collaboration with 13 households to build new houses in Quang Nam Province. Mr. Greg Keith, CEO of Grant Thornton Australia will volunteer alongside Mr. Nguyen Chi Trung, CEO & Managing Partner of Grant Thornton Vietnam and other
- [Meet Elizabeth: Building a future with Habitat Women ](https://habitat.org.au/meet-elizabeth-building-a-future-with-habitat-women/) - Habitat Women empowers women in construction through skills, support, and real-world experience. This is Elizabeth's story.
- [Nurjahan's Story: How Community Toilets have improved the health of families in Bangladesh.](https://habitat.org.au/nurjahans-story-how-community-toilets-have-improved-the-health-of-families-in-bangladesh/) - In Bangladesh, 61.7M people don't have access to basic hygiene facilities, like toilets. Many are living in informal settlements. This is Nurjahan's story.
- [Meet Monir: A Story of Hope and Transformation in Dhaka](https://habitat.org.au/meet-monir-a-story-of-hope-and-transformation-in-dhaka/) - When Monir arrived in Dhaka he had nothing. With the support of Habitat his home has been transformed and he can focus on his families future.
- [What is Habitat for Humanity Australia doing about Homelessness in Australia?](https://habitat.org.au/what-is-habitat-for-humanity-australia-doing-about-homelessness-in-australia/) - This week is National Homelessness Week. With more than 1600 people pushed into homelessness each week and more than 640,000 Australian households experiencing housing stress, there is a severe and ongoing crisis that needs to be addressed.Today we wanted to share with you some of the Habitat projects that are providing invaluable support to our
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia’s New Subsidised Rental Program for Women and Children in Need](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-for-humanity-australias-new-subsidised-rental-program-for-women-and-children-in-need/) - Habitat Australia's SHARP program addresses the critical need for affordable housing among vulnerable communities, particularly women and children.
- [NAIDOC Week 2024 | A lifetime of impact on Indigenous lives, one brush, one team, one smile at a time](https://habitat.org.au/naidoc-week-2024-a-lifetime-of-impact-on-indigenous-lives-one-brush-one-team-one-smile-at-a-time/) - 180 volunteers were mobolised to lend a helping hand to renovate crisis housing for Aboriginal Women and Children escapig domestic violence.
- [The Surging Housing Crisis is Straining the Health of Everyday Australians.](https://habitat.org.au/the-surging-housing-crisis-is-straining-the-health-of-everyday-australians/) - As the housing crisis continues to impact people nationwide, the health implications of inadequate housing are becoming more and more apparent.
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia completes the construction of emergency accommodation for Indigenous women and children escaping domestic violence](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-for-humanity-australia-completes-the-construction-of-emergency-accommodation-for-indigenous-women-and-children-escaping-domestic-violence/) - We are pleased to share that our newly built Domestic Violence Refuge in Sydney is now complete. The project has been long awaited and will support Indigenous women and children for years to come. Thank you to DV West for their collaboration and for all our corporate partners at Helia , Holcim, Haneco Lighting Australia
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia builds emergency accommodation for indigenous women and children escaping domestic violence](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-for-humanity-australia-builds-emergency-accommodation-for-indigenous-women-and-children-escaping-domestic-violence/) - Habitat for Humanity Australia is pleased to announce that they have been awarded AUD $909,822 by the Australian Government as part of the Safe Places Emergency Accommodation program. The Safe Places Emergency Accommodation program is part of the Government’s $78 million (GST exclusive) funding package to ensure there are additional safe places for women and
- [We're building a better world with women, for women. ](https://habitat.org.au/were-building-a-better-world-with-women-for-women/) - Every day we work towards creating a more equal and equitable global society; empowering and standing side by side with the women we work with across the world.
- [International Women's Day. Strive for women's equality & value inclusion. Join us!](https://habitat.org.au/international_womens_day_2024/) - It’s International Women’s Day and today we recognise, celebrate and support women in Australia, the Asia Pacific region and all around the world. We would like to take a moment to thank the fantastic women we work with; our volunteers, partners, staff, community members and of course, you – our committed and generous supporters.
- [Sung A Hu's Story: Life in the Lao Cai Mountains](https://habitat.org.au/sung-a-hus-story-life-in-the-lao-cai-mountains/) - In the Lao Cai Mountains, Sung A Hu, lives with his family in a single room with no toilet. With Habitat's support, they now have a new place to call home.
- [Australia’s Women and Children Need All of Us Right Now: Homelessness and Domestic Violence in Australia](https://habitat.org.au/australias-women-and-children-need-all-of-us-right-now-homelessness-and-domestic-violence-in-australia/) - 18,255 people (38%) of those seeking specialist homelessness services in 2022-23 reporteddomestic violence as the main reason they were seeking assistance.
- [Meet Sahana: Building Resilience and Community in the Heart of Dhaka ](https://habitat.org.au/meet-sahana-building-resilience-and-community-in-the-heart-of-dhaka/) - In the heart of northwest Dhaka, lies Duaripara, one of the largest informal settlements in the region. Here, amidst the maze of narrow alleys and tightly packed homes, a remarkable story of resilience and community leadership unfolds. At the center of this story is Sahana, a dedicated member of the community water, sanitation, and hygiene
- [Unlocking the Power of Corporate Volunteering Overseas: Building Homes in Partnership with Families in Need ](https://habitat.org.au/advantages-in-corporate-volunteering-overseas/) - In recent years, corporate volunteering has emerged as a powerful tool for both social impact and employee engagement. One particularly impactful form of corporate volunteering is participating in overseas projects like our Global Village builds where we focus on building homes in partnership with vulnerable families in need. Our Global Village program provides corporate
- [Studio Purpose | Supporting Homeless Youth](https://habitat.org.au/studio-purpose/) - Habitat for Humanity South Australia is committed to supporting 1 in 9 homeless youth access safe accommodation in Murray Bridge through the Studio Purpose project. Studio Purpose is a partnership with Ac.care, Anglicare SA, headspace, Rural City of Murray Bridge, and SA Housing Authority. Habitat for Humanity’s role is to refurbish and renovate the units
- [Join our Global Village and Travel with Impact this year!](https://habitat.org.au/join-our-global-village-and-travel-with-impact-this-year/) - Impact travel is revolutionising the way we see the world and ourselves within it. Unlike traditional tourism, which often skirts around the edges of local communities, impact travel plunges you straight into the heart of what makes a place truly special —its people. It’s about more than just witnessing; it’s about participating in meaningful change.
- [Resilient Housing, WASH and Education: Here's what we've been up to in Cambodia.](https://habitat.org.au/cambodia_march2024/) - Habitat for Humanity Australia has been making significant strides in our international programs, particularly through our initiatives in Battambang Province, Cambodia. The program, aimed at empowering vulnerable communities to recover from disasters, climate change risks, and the impacts of COVID-19, has successfully formed and trained Participatory Approach for Safe Shelter Awareness (PASSA) groups. These groups
- [International Women's Day Global Village, Q&A with a volunteer!](https://habitat.org.au/iwd-global-village/) - Deb recently joined Habitat for Humanity Australia on a Global Village in Siem Reap, Cambodia, for International Women’s Day! Deb was one of 38 volunteers who fundraised and built four safe and secure homes alongside deserving homeowners in the local community. We caught up with Deb to ask her experiences. Tell us about yourself, Deb!
- [Meet Mrs Thuan](https://habitat.org.au/meetmrsthuan/) - Life has not been kind to Mrs Thuan and her family. She lives in a degraded house in a southern Vietnamese province called Dong Thap, with her two children. Her husband suffered a stroke and passed away 5 years ago. Her daughter, Trang, is intellectually disabled due to polio fever and the effects of Agent
- [Home Equals, can you help support 1 billion+ people living in informal settlements?](https://habitat.org.au/home-equals-can-you-help-support-1-billion-people-living-in-informal-settlements/) - There are more than 1 billion people living in slums and other informal settlements worldwide, sadly they are not treated as equals. Their homes often don’t have basic services such as clean water. They lack land rights and are the most vulnerable to climate change. Last year, Habitat for Humanity launched Home Equals, a five-year
- [Volunteer Carly | Bushfire Recovery](https://habitat.org.au/volunteer-carly-bushfire-recovery/) - Volunteering with Habitat NSW’s Bush Fire Recovery programme in the Southern Highlands is “going home” for Carly, 31. She was brought up in Balmoral, just over the railway tracks from the property where she has just spent the day with a team stacking cut logs, clearing and burning mounds of branches and foliage, and creating
- [Volunteer Russell | Bushfire Recovery](https://habitat.org.au/volunteer-russell-bushfire-recovery-2/) - Russell, 69, has been one of the go-to volunteers for anything that requires a bit more than just enthusiasm and energy during Habitat NSW’s bushfire recovery assistance programme. So far, he’s worked on building new chook pens, a large external safe cat run, and a shower block for a couple who lost everything when fire
- [Volunteer Dave | Brush with Kindness](https://habitat.org.au/volunteer-dave-brush-with-kindness/) - For R U OK Day a group of volunteers went out on a community volunteer day to paint a women's transitional shelter for women and children escaping domestic violence. Dave is one of the volunteers we interviewed on the day. Dave has been a volunteer with Habitat for about four years now having participated in
- [Every Person Can Build a Brighter Future](https://habitat.org.au/everyperson/) - Passionate and committed supporters like Lucy (18), help make our work possible. At just 15, Lucy joined us in Cambodia and got her hands dirty, working alongside a family to help build a safe and decent place to call home. I can’t wait for many years ahead of volunteering with Habitat. If you are inspired by Lucy’s love of volunteering and giving back, read on to
- [Meet Sophie](https://habitat.org.au/sophia/) - Going beyond builds - Young volunteers share how they stay engaged amid a pandemic In a typical year we are so fortunate to have the support of our volunteers who would travel overseas to actively work on home construction. Of course, the global COVID-19 pandemic put a halt to in-person activities overseas, and more recently
- [Interview with Laura Wells on Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity Australia](https://habitat.org.au/did-you-know-volunteering-is-good-for-the-planet/) - In partnership with Green + Simple Did you know volunteering is good for the planet? Did you know volunteering is one of the many profound actions we can take when it comes to climate change, ensuring the inclusion of communities and individuals most often left behind? And that making the connection between the climate crisis,
- [How You Can Take Climate Action by Volunteering](https://habitat.org.au/how-you-can-take-climate-action-by-volunteering/) - National Volunteer Week In partnership with Green and Simple Guest Blog By Jenny Ringland Did you know each year 1 million Australians volunteer their time to different causes and that 400,000 of those volunteers work directly in emergency response and relief? Fires, floods and the pandemic have given us a renewed appreciation for the vital
- [Being prepared for climate change](https://habitat.org.au/being-prepared-for-climate-change/) - At Habitat Australia we know that planet Earth is our one and only home. Yet across our projects, the families we work with have been impacted by or lost homes due to extreme weather patterns and climate change. As the planet warms, so disasters become more frequent and intense – and Australia and the Pacific
- [A Day in the Life of a Habitat Volunteer ](https://habitat.org.au/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-habitat-volunteer/) - Ever wondered what it’s like to volunteer with Habitat Australia on a Brush with Kindness Day? Come with me on my first day volunteering for Habitat Australia.
- [Meet Milly and Pat: Forging a Path to Bushfire Resilience.](https://habitat.org.au/meet-milly-and-pat-forging-a-path-to-bushfire-resilience/) - Habitat Australia's Bushfire Resilience program is an essential initiative that helps people like Milly and Pat, maintain their land and prepare for bushfires.
- [A Week In The Life Of A Global Village Volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/a-week-in-the-life/) - In May 2023, we were proud to relaunch our Global Village program in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. We had an amazing team of 30 volunteers join us to helping build four homes and make a big difference in the lives of families like Sophany's. Here is the first hand experience of Melissa, one of the amazing women on Team Yellow! In May, our Global Village volunteers headed to Cambodia to make a difference by helping to build homes for four local families. Here is how it went.
- [Q&A with Global Village Volunteers](https://habitat.org.au/qa-with-our-global-village-volunteers/) - Hear more about our Global Village program from our wonderful volunteers, Jebby (aged 79) and Chelsea (aged 22) who recently returned from Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
- [Ket's story: Volunteering with Global Village](https://habitat.org.au/kets-story-volunteering-with-global-village/) - No matter whether it’s a Brush with Kindness activity, a Bushfire Resilience day, or a weeklong Global Village program – our volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Volunteers join our programs from all walks of life, and that’s what makes the experience so enjoyable! Meet Ket Ket was born in
- [Meet Lavinia: Habitat's Young Volunteer of the Year](https://habitat.org.au/meet-lavinia-habitats-young-volunteer-of-the-year-recipient/) - Meet Lavinia Song, a remarkable young individual and Habitat Australia’s Young Volunteer of the Year in recognition of all her hard work and generosity
- [Meet Jan and Greg: Our Volunteers of the Year!](https://habitat.org.au/meet-jan-and-greg-our-volunteers-of-the-year/) - 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 exceptional. Habitat are delighted to honour Jan and Greg, our Volunteers of the Year. Their commitment to Brush with Kindness in Queensland has been truly exceptional.
- [Five ways Climate Change Impacts Housing Insecurity ](https://habitat.org.au/five-ways-climate-change-impacts-housing-insecurity/) - a village in Vietnam is flooded as a result of a climate change disaster. The tops of houses and buildings poke out from the water. The point at which climate change, poverty and housing insecurity intersect is only growing more prominent. Here are five key points to consider
- [8 ways Habitat for Humanity Australia is breaking barriers for women](https://habitat.org.au/8-ways-habitat-for-humanity-australia-is-breaking-barriers-for-women/) - In partnership with Green + Simple Have you ever thought about the connection between gender inequality and climate change? Gender inequality is intrinsically connected to the climate crisis, not just here in Australia but around the world. When women and girls participate in and lead sustainability initiatives it results in more effective climate action. However, women
- [How has COVID affected people’s access to secure and safe housing?](https://habitat.org.au/how-has-covid-affected-peoples-access-to-secure-and-safe-housing/) - The pandemic has presented an array of issues throughout society, with it particularly affecting the access to affordable and safe housing for renters, and victims of domestic violence. HOW COVID HAS AFFECTED RENTERS With the decreased income and job prospects caused by COVID-19, a recent nationwide report by UNSW and Across estimates that around 5-15%
- [COVID’s effect on Australia’s homeless](https://habitat.org.au/covids-effect-on-australias-homeless/) - In the face of COVID, governments strongly encouraged people to stay inside, safe and away from potential COVID transmitting risks. However, this was not possible for our homeless population, one of the most badly hit by the recent pandemic. Who are the homeless in Australia? In Australia, estimates from the 2016 Australian Bureau of Statistics
- [How housing affects a child’s development](https://habitat.org.au/how-housing-affects-a-childs-development/) - Often childhood homes are associated with warmth, memories of fondness and a loving and safe space. But this isn’t always the case as a lot of people, including youth, become homeless, grow up in tumultuous environments with unstable homes, or don’t live in adequate housing. Not having access to a safe, stable and adequate home
- [Work Means More | Levi's ANZ x Habitat Australia](https://habitat.org.au/levis-habitat-australia-partner/) - Levi's ANZ and Habitat for Humanity Australia partner to support Habitat for Humanity Australia's Bushfire Recovery Program on their new campaign #WorkMeansMore for their Levi's Workwear range. Titled ‘Work Means More’, the documentary style project was developed by Monster Children Creative and features a group of dedicated tradespeople, volunteers and the local community coming together
- [How Housing Affects Your Physical Health and Mental Health](https://habitat.org.au/housing-and-health/) - How Housing Affects Health Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to build and improve the places families call home, as this is critical to sustaining healthier, equitable and resilient communities for generations to come. The nature of a house has a decisive role in the health and safety of residents, affecting disease development and transmission, access to
- [Why Housing is essential for a good Education](https://habitat.org.au/why-housing-is-essential-for-a-good-education/) - Housing doesn’t just provide mere shelter, often a place to call home equals safety, family, stability mental health and education, which are all factors that create and supplement one’s general wellbeing Homelessness equates to economic and social disadvantages which affects one’s ability to be in a stable, comfortable environment that supports one’s educational needs. Statistics
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia on Climate Change](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-on-climate-change/) - Our beliefs Habitat for Humanity International is driven by the vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Today we are faced with an unprecedented global housing challenge, which is further exacerbated by an unprecedented climate challenge. In the more than 70 countries around the world where we work, climate change
- [5 Benefits of Corporate Volunteering](https://habitat.org.au/5-benefits-of-corporate-volutneering-with-habitat-australia/) - In the last three decades, corporate volunteering has grown by nearly 150%, representing how it now represents an essential part of a company's corporate citizenship profile. So how exactly can a corporate partnership with Habitat for Humanity add strategic value to your company? 1. Improved employee engagement -> Better business outcomes Corporate volunteer programs have
- [Our Year in Review 2020 | Annual Report](https://habitat.org.au/2020inreview/) - At a time when a safe and healthy home has never been more important, Habitat Australia serves 9,765 through new and improved housing. Sydney, 2020 — Despite economic and operational challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, Habitat for Humanity Australia successfully adopted new strategies and safe practices to continue helping families in Australia and
- [Letter from our CEO Nicole Stanmore](https://habitat.org.au/ceo_letter/) - I am pleased to present to you our FY20 Annual Report. I encourage you to click on this link and view the document. With 1.6 billion people around the world living without adequate shelter, the COVID-19 pandemic is a strong reminder of the importance of the work we do at Habitat for Humanity. In
- [Habitat for Humanity Suspends Global Village Volunteer Builds to Minimize Risk of Coronavirus Transmission](https://habitat.org.au/coronavirus/) - SYDNEY (March. 02, 2020)—Habitat for Humanity International announced it is suspending its Global Village volunteer builds at least through May 2 as a proactive measure to minimize the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission among volunteers and in the communities it serves. Habitat is also suspending international travel for its staff. It’s with a heavy heart
- [Emergency Bushfire Appeal](https://habitat.org.au/bushfireappeal/) - Our hearts are heavy as our beautiful land, wildlife, homes, and lives have been lost to the catastrophic bushfires. 25 people, and over1 billion animals have lost their lives. 10 million hectares of land, and over 2,000 homes, including whole towns, have been completely destroyed. So much has been lost, but we can all play
- [Volunteer with Us and Stop ‘Voluntourism’: #HelpingNotHelping](https://habitat.org.au/volunteer-with-us-and-stop-voluntourism/) - JK Rowling’s campaign #HelpingNotHelping is a much needed as it shines a light on the dangers of voluntourism. Now more than ever individuals need to do their research and understand the difference between organisations, their impact, and the work they do. It is often difficult for well-intentioned people to differentiate between volunteer work that will
- [India](https://habitat.org.au/india/) - The vast subcontinent of India is unlike anywhere else in the world. There are the instantly recognisable sites – the Taj Mahal, the Ganges flowing through the sacred city of Varanasi, the colourful architecture of Jaipur – that are understandable tourist favourites. Although India may be classed as a middle-income country, wealth and development has
- [Indonesia](https://habitat.org.au/indonesia/) - Indonesia is a nation renowned for its cultural diversity. A vast archipelago, it is comprised of some 17,000 islands and is home to over three hundred ethnic and religious groups. With a population of 245 million people, Indonesia is the fourth largest country in the world. Such a vast and diverse population makes for a
- [Fiji](https://habitat.org.au/fiji/) - Fiji is much more than idyllic palm trees and white sand. Blessed with rich forest, mineral and fishing resources, Fiji is one of the most developed Pacific Island economies and serves as a hub for many small island nations in the region. However, a chronic lack of investment and under-employment pose obstacles to sustainable and
- [Nepal](https://habitat.org.au/nepal/) - Although Nepal is home to an estimated 61 ethnic groups with 125 different languages, the country’s overall structure is dominated by Hinduism and a highly rigid caste system. Members of lower castes, women and ethnic minorities are among the most vulnerable groups in Nepalese society. Addressing inequalities and ensuring that development is equally distributed across
- [Vietnam](https://habitat.org.au/vietnam/) - Vietnam is a dynamic country that is developing at an astonishing pace. In recent years Vietnam’s economic growth and reductions in poverty have impressed the international community, with the rate of poverty falling from 60 percent to around 20 percent in the last 20 years. However, this decline in poverty has been disproportionate and there
- [Cambodia](https://habitat.org.au/cambodia/) - Cambodia is a vibrant country with a rich and tragic history. From the ancient wonders of the Khmer Empire to the modern horrors of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge, there is so much to explore and learn in Cambodia. Although the scars of Cambodia’s past are still healing, the resilience and optimism of the
- [Sophay's Story: Sanitation is a Human Right ](https://habitat.org.au/sophays-story-sanitation-is-a-human-right/) - 46% of the population are living without access to sanitation; a basic human right. Sophay and her husband Hieng were two of these people. 46% of people are living without access to sanitation including Sophay. With Habitat's help she has built a safe, private and clean washroom on her property.
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia launch International Women’s Day Global Village Build](https://habitat.org.au/iwd-build-2024/) - Habitat for Humanity Australia, a leading not-for-profit provider of housing for families in need, have launched an overseas volunteering campaign to celebrate and acknowledge International Women’s Day in March, 2024. The eight-day experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia gives individuals the opportunity to join an enthusiastic team of men and women who will get their
- [Meet Barb and Les](https://habitat.org.au/meet-barb-and-les/) - Habitat Australia has been mobilising volunteers to provide Bushfire Resilience work to help vulnerable Aussie families in NSW prepare for future Bushfires.
- [Everything you need to know about Bushfire Resilience. ](https://habitat.org.au/about-bushfire-resilience/) - Habitat Australia’s Bushfire Resilience program supports vulnerable community members to build resilience and prepare for the future of our Australian Climate
- [How to Make Your Home Climate Resilient ](https://habitat.org.au/how-to-make-your-home-climate-resilient/) - The impact of Climate Change is imminent. It's crucial to ensure our homes and communities are strong. Here's some strategy to improve your homes resilience.
- [Meet Annie and Chris](https://habitat.org.au/chrisandannie/) - Earlier this month Habitat for Humanity South Australia mobilised volunteers in the Bushfire Recovery program to help Annie and Chris clear debris left after the fires. When I arrived at Annie and Chris’s property in the Adelaide Hills, it was difficult to get an understanding of what had been lost. Habitat volunteers had arrived and
- [Meet Sinclair and Janet](https://habitat.org.au/sinclairandjanet/) - Earlier this month Habitat for Humanity South Australia mobilised volunteers in the Bushfire Recovery program to help Sinclair and Janet clear debris left after the fires. After driving through a police barrier at 5am on the morning of December 21, Sinclair and Janet feared the worst. Both cried as they inched closer to their home.
- [Meet Michael and Senga](https://habitat.org.au/michaelandsenga/) - It’s seared into their minds. Unforgettable. The day fire ripped through Michael and Senga Green’s property in the Blue Mountains devouring everything except a 50-year-old caravan, used for storage. “The 21st of December,” says Senga. “And that was a Saturday.” “4.21,” adds husband Michael, who laughs wryly as he remembers his first thoughts on seeing
- [Meet Judith and Paul](https://habitat.org.au/judith-and-paul/) - Judith and Paul are a couple in NSW who lost everything they own to the 2019 Bushfires. We had the honour to go out to their property to help them restore and rebuild parts of their property. Judith and Paul have led a 100% sustainable and self-sufficient lifestyle on their line and have been an
- [Meet Dierdre and Dennis](https://habitat.org.au/dierdre-and-dennis/) - Dierdre is leaning slightly on her walking stick, warm coat and bobble hat a shield against the sunny but still mountain-cold afternoon. “Beautiful,” she says appreciatively as she looks at the shiny new wire mesh boundary fence just being given its finishing touches by two Habitat for Humanity Australia volunteers who have worked on it
- [Meet Helena, Justin and Gabriel](https://habitat.org.au/helena-justin-and-gabriel/) - Helena and Justin built their home over 20 years ago. Locals in the small, tight knit Southern Highlands community watched with interest as the land they were building on had been unoccupied prior to them arriving. Due to the tough terrain and unforgiving Aussie weather, one neighbour even placed a friendly bet that they ‘wouldn’t
- [Meet Elizabeth | She received a Temporary Demountable Home](https://habitat.org.au/elizabeth/) - Meet our Partner family Elizabeth who lost her home to 2019 Bushfires. Our volunteer Anne kindly wrote this story for us. Anne has been volunteering with us for over 5 years and worked on Elizabeth's home. Elizabeth has a new normal in her life. Just in time for Christmas. After losing everything in the devastating
- [Building a Better World | Autumn 2023](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-autumn-2023/) - Read our latest Building a Better World newsletter. Read about our new Social Enterprise Habitat Women, the outcome of our Water for Women Fiji project and the exciting news about the return of our overseas volunteering program Global Village. Download the Newsletter here.
- [Building a Better World - Autumn 2019](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-spring-2018-2/) - Read the latest news and updates from Australian and overseas, We look at an update on the earthquake-affected families Indonesia and share exciting news about our new project Impact Build 2020. Download the Newsletter here.
- [Building a Better World - Autumn 2020](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-autumn-2020/) - Read the latest news and updates from Australian and overseas, We look at an overview of projects you support and share stories from our Bushfire Recovery Program in South Australia. Download the Newsletter here.
- [Building a Better World - Autumn 2018](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-autumn-2018/) - Read the latest news and updates from Australian and overseas. We look at the impact of the August 2017 floods in Nepal, how you can put your hand up for this year’s Rock the House and share inspiring stories from our partner families. Download the Newsletter here.
- [Building a Better World - Spring 2020](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-spring-2020/) - Read the latest news and updates from Australian and overseas, We look at an overview of projects you support and share stories from our Bushfire Recovery Program in South Australia and New South Wales. Download the Newsletter here.
- [Building a Better World - Autumn 2021](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-autumn-2021/) - Read the latest news and updates from Australia and overseas, this newsletter celebrates women’s strengths and resilience through our Hand in hand Women’s build anniversary. Read how the families we built homes for 10 years are doing now. Download the Newsletter here.
- [Building a Better World | Spring 2021](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-spring-2021/) - Read our latest Building a Better World newsletter. Read our heartwarming story about our youngest fundraiser Sophia, learn more about housing and climate change, innovations in India and an exciting way to engage with us on our Hike for Habitat 2022. Download the Newsletter here.
- [Habitat for Humanity at COP26](https://habitat.org.au/cop26-habitat-for-humanity-report/) - Ensuring that climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts help close the housing gap for the most vulnerable Habitat for Humanity calls on COP26 delegates to reduce carbon emissions without raising the cost of housing and help the most vulnerable families adapt their homes to withstand rising seas and increasingly intense weather events. Today we are
- [Newcastle Permanent and Habitat Australia unite to give the Hunter a Brush with Kindness.](https://habitat.org.au/newcastle-permanent-and-habitat-australia-unite-to-give-the-hunter-a-brush-with-kindness-join-us-in-volunteering-for-a-better-tomorrow/) - Habitat Australia join forces with Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation to launch the Brush with Kindness program in Newcastle and the Hunter. Habitat Australia and Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation have come together to launch the Brush with Kindness program in Newcastle and The Hunter
- [Revisiting Mohan, two decades after receiving his Habitat home.](https://habitat.org.au/revisiting-mohan/) - Currently over 1.6 billion people worldwide are living in informal settlements. Habitat’s projects extend across 7 countries in the Asia-Pacific and today we’re sharing with you the story of Mohan and his family who live in Dhangadhi, Nepal. Mohan’s story is a great example of how your support can make a generational difference. This story
- [Meet Michelle's family](https://habitat.org.au/meet-michelles-family/) - The first-hand impact of Habitat for Humanity Victoria” 10 years ago, Michelle and her young family began their journey with Habitat for Humanity Victoria. Now, they reflect on a decade of safety, stability, and positive outcomes! When Michelle first reached out, she was raising three young children by herself in an old farmhouse with dirty
- [World Toilet Day 2022 | Joshua and Eremasi make pit toilets safer](https://habitat.org.au/world-toilet-day-2022-josua-and-eremasi-make-pit-toilets-better/) - In recognition of World Toilet Day we’d like to share the work we are doing with the Water for Women Project in Fiji in partnership with DFAT and Habitat for Humanity Fiji. In the past year, we have supported, strengthened and worked alongside 18 community water committees and 11 school management committees to improve water,
- [A Safe, New Home this Christmas for Single Mum, Storm.](https://habitat.org.au/a-safe-new-home-this-christmas-for-single-mum-storm/) - This Christmas single-mum, Storm and her young familyhave received the ultimate gift, a stable and safe, new home from Habitat for Humanity, Victoria.
- [World Water Day | The Water for Women Project ](https://habitat.org.au/world-water-day-the-water-for-women-project/) - Today on World Water Day, we reflect on our Water for Women Project and how we can work together to accelerate change and solve the water and sanitation crises.
- [Creating a More Equal Society in Bangladesh with Shanta](https://habitat.org.au/creating-a-more-equal-society-in-bangladesh-with-shanta/) - In a community like Beguntila, Bangladesh where access to basic rights are very limited, children's rights and sexual health rights are often ignored and gender inequality is the norm. In a community like Beguntila, Bangladesh where access to basic rights are limited, children's rights and sexual health rights are often ignored, Shanta is working to change this.
- [Meet Savuth and Luch: A New Climate Resilient Home for a New Life](https://habitat.org.au/savuth-and-luch/) - Savuth, Luch, and their baby daughters', home was in ruins. Through Habitat they were able to build a safe, climate resilient home and start a new life.
- [The Housing Crises in Australia](https://habitat.org.au/national-homelessness-week-the-housing-crises-in-australia/) - Australia is grappling with a complex issue – homelessness. Thousands of Australians find themselves without a place to call home, facing an uncertain future.
- [Song Tra Commune's New Water System](https://habitat.org.au/song-tra-communes-new-water-system/) - Ms Hong lives in the Song Tra Commune, Hiep Duc district in Central Vietnam, she is one of many residents who goes without access to water from June to August every year when the nearby open wells dry up due to the heat. Accessing water in the dry season means residents such as Ms Hong
- [The Voice - Habitat for Humanity Australia vote YES](https://habitat.org.au/hfha-vote-yes/) - We support the implementation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart starting with the establishment of a First Nations Voice to Parliament enshrined in the Constitution. Habitat for Humanity Australia are proud to vote yes in the upcoming referendum. On Saturday, 14 October 2023, Australians will have their say in a referendum about whether to
- [World Habitat Day: Our Responsibility for the Future](https://habitat.org.au/world-habitat-day-our-responsibility-for-the-future/) - World Habitat Day is an annual day of observance, to reflect on the state of our towns and cities, and acknowledge our collective responsibility for the future of human habitation. World Habitat Day is an opportunity to reflect on the state of towns and cities, and acknowledge our collective responsibility for humanities future housing.
- [Hidden in Plain Sight: How Women are Experiencing Homelessness](https://habitat.org.au/hidden-in-plain-sight-how-women-are-experiencing-homelessness/) - Hidden homelessness is a complex problem affecting more and more women everyday.
- [Habitat for Humanity mourns the death of former US first lady, Rosalynn Carter](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-for-humanity-mourns-the-death-of-former-us-first-lady-rosalynn-carter/) - ATLANTA (Nov. 19, 2023) — Habitat for Humanity is deeply saddened by the passing of former U.S. first lady Rosalynn Carter, who was a champion and strong voice for affordable, decent housing for all. For more than three decades, she and President Jimmy Carter donated their time and leadership to Habitat each year to build and
- [The Spirit of Togetherness: International Volunteer Day 2023](https://habitat.org.au/the-spirit-of-togetherness-international-volunteer-day-2023/) - This International Volunteer Day let's focus on the power of community and coming together for a common cause.
- [Volunteering in Brisbane.](https://habitat.org.au/volunteering-in-brisbane/) - Habitat for Humanity Australia have some great volunteering opportunities underway in Queensland. We’re excited to share with you all the great work we do in the Sunshine State, and who better to fill us in than our very own Volunteer Supervisor for Queensland, Helena. “I’m fortunate to lead teams of wonderful volunteers on Brush with
- [Habitat for Humanity at COP27: Adequate and affordable housing central to achieving mitigation and adaptation goals](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-for-humanity-at-cop27-adequate-and-affordable-housing-central-to-achieving-mitigation-and-adaptation-goals/) - Learn about Habitat for Humanity's at COP27 on adequate and affordable housing central to achieving mitigation and adaptation goals.
- [A New Home for Celeste and her Boys](https://habitat.org.au/a-new-home-for-celeste-and-her-boys/) - Celeste has been partnering with Habitat to build her own home in Crib Point, where her family will now settle into a new chapter of safety and stability.
- ['Habitat Women' Paves the Way for Women in Construction.](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-women-paves-the-way-for-women-in-construction/) - By breaking down barriers and promoting diversity, Habitat Women is contributing to a more equitable and inclusive construction industry that benefits all
- [How we are Breaking the Menstruation Taboo and Empowering Women.](https://habitat.org.au/breaking-menstruation-taboo/) - The head-teacher at Nalaba School, stands outside a new WASH facility at the school. Today is Menstrual Hygiene Day. Every month 1.8 Billion people menstruate, yet many are unable to manage their periods in a healthy, safe and dignified way.
- [Meet Celeste](https://habitat.org.au/meet-celeste/) - After year of growing up in foster care, Celeste can now have a stable home for her children because of her partnership with Habitat for Humanity Victoria.
- [Our Home Equals Campaign is about more than just shelter. ](https://habitat.org.au/our-home-equals-campaign-is-about-more-than-just-shelter/) - Habitat is launching the ‘Home Equals Campaign’ to increase access to shelter and WASH and improve climate resilience, gender equality and more.
- [Habitat Women: Breaking Barriers in the Construction Industry for Women ](https://habitat.org.au/habitat-women-breaking-barriers-in-the-construction-industry-for-women/) - Did you know, women only make up 11% of the total construction industry workforce and less than 3% of trades! Heres what Habitat Women is doing to change this.
- [Water for Women Project Fiji Improving Access to WaSH](https://habitat.org.au/water-for-women-project-fiji-improving-access-to-wash/) - The Water for Women (WfW) project is engaging and mobilising 18 rural communities to understand and collect WASH data, which is used to inform and prioritise plans for improving community WASH infrastructure and behaviours. The project delivers a series of community engagement workshops, as well as consultations with district and national-level government authorities. These activities
- [Habitat's Work in the Pacific | Recovery After Climate Disasters](https://habitat.org.au/habitats-work-in-the-pacific-recovery-after-climate-disasters/) - Habitat has been working in Fiji, Vanuatu and The Solomon Islands to establish Shelter Guides and help the community prepare for climate emergencies.
- [Yip Say's Story | A New Lease on Life](https://habitat.org.au/yip-says-story-a-new-lease-on-life/) - Yip Say was struggling to ensure her families health in her degrading home. Habitat helped her rebuild, gave her hope and reconnected her with her community.
- [Statement from Habitat for Humanity International CEO Jonathan Reckford on former President Carter’s health](https://habitat.org.au/statement-from-habitat-for-humanity-international-ceo-jonathan-reckford-on-former-president-carters-health/) - SYDNEY (Feb. 18, 2023) — “All of us at Habitat for Humanity are lifting up President and Mrs. Carter in prayer as he enters hospice care. We pray for his comfort and for their peace, and that the Carter family experiences the joy of their relationships with each other and with God in this time.” Former U.S.
- [The Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering](https://habitat.org.au/volunteering-and-mental-health/) - Article by Lani. Everyone knows that volunteering does great things for the people you’re helping, and some people know that it’s good for you, too. But did you know that volunteering can actually be a great way to reduce anxiety and depression? Studies have shown that even a few hours of volunteering can improve your
- [Meet Christina](https://habitat.org.au/christina/) - Meet Christina, she is a single mum to her three beautiful children. Her positive attitude towards life and infectious laugh defy the challenging life Christina’s family has had in recent years, which includes her own personal battle with cancer. Following a marriage breakdown, Christina ended up in another relationship that turned abusive. Christina fled this
- [Meet Salout and Sna | We have more hope ](https://habitat.org.au/meet-salout-and-sna/) - Salout and her family in partnership with Habitat for Humanity built a new safe home to live in. Find out how this has impacted their lives.
- [Meet Chuob and An | Becoming better and better](https://habitat.org.au/meet-chuob-and-an/) - Chuob's family in partnership with Habitat for Humanity built a new safe home to live in. Find out how this has impacted their lives.
- [Meet Chhreb and Pouch | Hopeful that we will change our lives ](https://habitat.org.au/meet-chhreb-and-pouch/) - Puouch's family in partnership with Habitat for Humanity built a new safe home to live in. Find out how this has changed their lives.
- [Meet the Sophanna family | Dignity in the future ](https://habitat.org.au/meet-the-sophanna/) - Sophanna and her family in partnership with Habitat for Humanity built a new safe home to live in. Find out how this has impacted their lives.
- [Meet Lean | My family and I no longer feel insecure](https://habitat.org.au/lean/) - Lean lives in Boeung Krosal, Cambodia. For a long time, she kept looking for a house to live in for her family of seven because they didn’t own their own land or home. Most recently, they temporarily lived in their neighbour’s house after they migrated to Thailand. “I was always worried about my family. Based
- [Meet Sinuon and Saody | Making family life better](https://habitat.org.au/meet-sinuon-and-saody-making-family-life-better/) - Sinuon, 37, and his wife, Saody, 33 live with their three sons in a remote village in Cambodia. Both of them work in Tonle Sap Lake, far from home. They used to leave their children in the care of their neighbours every time they went to work. Previously, the family lived in a small hut
- [Meet Ny and Vann](https://habitat.org.au/meet-ny-and-vann/) - In the Boeung Tim village in Battambang, husband and wife Vann (67) and Ny (53) have faced challenging times over the years living in an inadequate home. Their roof was major hazard made of palm leafs and plastic. During storms their roof could not withstand heavy rainfall or winds and would get damaged allowing the
- [Peggy’s Place | A Home of Safety, Acceptance and Respect for Domestic Violence Victims](https://habitat.org.au/peggys-place-a-home-of-safety-acceptance-and-respect-for-domestic-violence-victims/) - For the past few months Habitat for Humanity Australia’s volunteers have been painting and refurbishing a former convent in Brisbane called Peggy’s Place. I had the opportunity to interview the wonderful women behind Peggy’s Place which is a new transitional shelter for women and children escaping domestic violence. The beautiful building used to be a
- [Meet Sabina | Everyone deserves to live independently and safely ](https://habitat.org.au/sabina/) - In Nepal in a small village, there is a 12-year-old girl named Sabina. Sabina was born with physical disability conditions that left her with paralyzed legs and a speech impediment. Sabina is cared for by her mother Tadiya full-time. In their previous home, Sabina was not able to access her room or the toilet without
- [Meet Chanty | My life is better than before](https://habitat.org.au/chanty/) - Chanty is a mother of four living in a village in Cambodia. Chanty sadly became widowed and was left to take care of her children on her own and without enough income as a single parent to improve her living condition. Chanty and her sons were living in a very small house with a roof that leaked. Whenever
- [Disaster Risk Reduction Training empowered Vo Thi Tan to Save her Home](https://habitat.org.au/disaster-risk-reduction-day/) - International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is an opportunity to acknowledge the progress being made toward reducing disaster risk and losses in lives, livelihoods and health. Meet Vo Thi Tan, she is a 60 year old Vietnamese woman who use to live in an unstable house with an unsafe steel
- [Meet Osea | How the Tippy Tap has helped him and family](https://habitat.org.au/osea-world-water-day/) - March 22nd marks World Water Day 2021 and the theme is what is water means to people and its true value and how we can better protect this vital resource. This project is in partnership with DFAT’s (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade), Water for Women, and our implementing partner Habitat for Humanity Fiji. We all
- [Every Drop Makes a Difference](https://habitat.org.au/everydrop/) - A holistic approach to housing, including safe and reliable access to water and sanitation, is critical to addressing the many challenges faced by the families and communities we work alongside.With many of our usual activities affected by the spread of COVID-19 last year, the communities we serve found ways to adapt, and we have been inspired by
- [Everyone can make a difference | Using solar energy to improve safety in Cambodia](https://habitat.org.au/everyone-can-make-a-difference/) - This project receives support from the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and together with our implementing partner Habitat for Humanity Cambodia we are using reliable energy from the sun to improve safety and well-being in Cambodia. Safety and security, along with an improved sense of well-being, have returned to the streets
- [Every hand build's strength and stability](https://habitat.org.au/everyone-hand-builds-strength-and-stability-in-cambodia/) - Clean hands and a new Classroom This project is delivered in partnership with the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Progam (ANCP), with the support of our corporate partner ANSA Homes and our implementing partner Habitat for Humanity Cambodia to improve health and hygiene for students in Cambodia. Health and hygiene education can only
- [Every home builds self-reliance](https://habitat.org.au/every-home-builds-self-reliance/) - In Samdach Village, Battambang province, Mr Huch Houet was supporting himself and eight family members on the meagre income gained by labouring and picking paddy in the nearby fields during the harvest season. The 30-50 USD he earned a month did not cover the food needed for the family, and certainly did not go far
- [Meet Kolab](https://habitat.org.au/kolab/) - 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 has been supporting impoverished Cambodian families in creating safe and sanitary home environments. Kolab, 54, and her husband, Sokha, 49, live with their daughter and son in Preak
- [Meet Sophorn](https://habitat.org.au/sophorn/) - Sophorn is a 37-year-old mom to two young boys living in a small village in Cambodia. Sophorn and her husband Roeum like many parents found themselves in a difficult situation leading Roeum to migrate to Thailand for work a few years ago. Sophorn use to be able to earn up to $200 a month to
- [Meet Hafeja](https://habitat.org.au/hafeja/) - 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 Bangladesh who has been working to improve the waste management and hygiene situation in Bangladeshi slums. Hafeja (25), housewife, and her husband, Md. Romis (38), day labourer, live together with their two children, daughter
- [Meet Chann](https://habitat.org.au/chann/) - This project receives support from the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) and is in partnership with Communities for Communities and our implementing partner Habitat for Humanity Cambodia who has been working hard to provide safe shelter and financial assistance for impoverished Cambodian families. Chann, 67, lives with her grandson, Lina,
- [Meet Kala](https://habitat.org.au/kalas-story/) - Kala, her husband, and their daughter Anita have known difficult times but their future looks brighter now with the stability and security of a Habitat home. At Habitat, we work with the world's most vulnerable families to give them a hand up and Kala and her husband could not be more deserving of their new
- [Meet Chandra](https://habitat.org.au/chandra/) - At Habitat, we partner with the world's most vulnerable families to bring them a brighter and better future. We believe a home will bring family stability, strength, self-reliance, and security and in Chandra's case, a home has done just that.Chandra has led a challenging and difficult life and found himself a single parent of two Habitat for Humanity gave Chandra and her family a hand up to homeownership.
- [Building a Better World | Spring 2022](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-spring-2022/) - This spring we bring you our latest Building a Better World Newsletter talking about our Bushfire Resilience Program, Updates from Ukraine and the exciting return of our overseas volunteering program Global Village. Read the newsletter now.
- [Meet the Lovetts](https://habitat.org.au/lovetts/) - Meet the Lovetts - Robert, Kiera and their 3 children Connor (9), Declan (7) and Evie-Lee (3). We are aiming to help house this beautiful family and we need your support to do so. In 2018, the Lovetts relocated from Pt Lincoln to Adelaide to be closer to the urgent medical treatment Declan requires. As
- [Your house is your home | Ukraine Update](https://habitat.org.au/your-house-is-your-home-ukraine-update/) - At the sound of sirens, three-year-old Martha ran to her mom and grandma’s side, begging them to help her get dressed and put her shoes on so she could run to the bomb shelter. But there was no need. The family was safe in Warsaw, Poland. Just a few months earlier, the habit of waking
- [Meet Adi | Water for Women Fiji](https://habitat.org.au/adi/) - In Fiji, a lack of consistent household-level data collected across communities is a significant challenge in developing evidence-based planning of WASH projects at district or national government level. Additionally, the government does not have the resources nor the capacity to provide WASH services to all communities in Fiji, resulting in many communities having to be
- [Meet Shanu | Every community needs access to water, sanitation and hygiene facilities](https://habitat.org.au/shanu/) - In Bangladesh, our project is building resilience in urban slums for women like Shanu. Shanu is a 40-year-old housewife who has been living in a slum for over 15 years. Shanu and her family were displaced due to the riverbank erosion which forced them to migrate to Dhaka the capital city. Sahnu’s husband Aynal earns
- [Every community member can make a difference](https://habitat.org.au/every-community-member-can-make-a-difference/) - 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 to provide Water, Sanitation and Hygiene kits to keep vulnerable families safe during the pandemic. Living in a remote village in Cambodia, 1,083 people kept having the traditional
- [Every child should have safe drinking water](https://habitat.org.au/every-child-should-have-safe-drinking-water/) - In rural Fiji, schools are faced with a serious problem, they don’t have sufficient clean and safe water available for the children. As part of the Water for Women project Habitat for Humanity Fiji has installed First Flush Devices in 10 schools. The First Flush Device is a simple design that can improve the quality
- [Every drop keeps a child safe](https://habitat.org.au/every-drop-keeps-a-child-safe/) - In rural areas in Cambodia including schools there are limited hygiene facilities and education around sanitation. As part of our project, we provide support through training and hygiene facilities to primary schools and their students. Throughout the pandemic access to handwashing stations played a vital role in saving lives and decreasing the spread of COVID-19.
- [Meet Im](https://habitat.org.au/im/) - 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 to provide access to safe shelter. In Battambang town, 40 year old Im, a husband and father of three, became disabled after a traffic accident and got his
- [Every student deserves to be safe](https://habitat.org.au/every-student-deserves-to-be-safe/) - 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 to provide Water, Sanitation and Hygiene kits to keep vulnerable people safe during the pandemic. 335 students from grades 1 to 6 attend to a Primary School in
- [Meet Vorn](https://habitat.org.au/meet-vorn/) - 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 to access safe shelter. In a village in Cambodia, two sisters lived in vulnerable conditions for far too long. 64 year old widow Vorn is both the breadwinner
- [Meet Ny](https://habitat.org.au/meet-ny/) - 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 to provide access to housing and family development training. A family of 7 living in a village in Battambang province, survives with no more than $250 per month.
- [Meet Aklima](https://habitat.org.au/meet-aklima/) - 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 Bangladesh to provide Water, Sanitation and Hygiene kits to keep vulnerable families safe during the pandemic. Aklima (33), is a housewife who lives with her husband and 3 daughters in
- [Why housing is the key to solving the Sustainable Development goals?](https://habitat.org.au/housing-and-the-sdgs/) - Article by Ilaria Why sustainable development? It’s how we make the world a healthier place. The dynamics of global development have led to gaps. Some places have achieved insurmountable wealth while others are grappling with the instability of a future hanging by a thread. This other world remains out of sight for most people living
- [Every Hand Builds Change | A Family of Men build a Menstrual Hygiene Management block in Fiji](https://habitat.org.au/every-hand-build-change/) - As we mark Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28th), we are sharing this story of a group of male volunteers that got together to help build a Menstrual Hygiene Management block for their district school. The Water for Women project receives support from the Australian Government and our implementing partner Habitat for Humanity Fiji are working on improving Water, Sanitation and Hygiene services in Fiji. The family of
- [How can I volunteer in my community?](https://habitat.org.au/how-can-i-volunteer-in-my-community/) - Article by Ilaria. Volunteering with Habitat: How to get involvedVolunteering is a journey of mutual benefit and what better way to build wellbeing than through building homes?In response to the overwhelming demand for housing security and development both in Australia and overseas, Habitat for Humanity has curated several programs suited to corporate and individual volunteers
- [11 reasons to Volunteer with Habitat Australia](https://habitat.org.au/why-volunteer-with-habitat-australia/) - Article by Lani.Over 4,000 people have volunteered their time overseas and over 10,000 in Australia to help build homes, communities, and hope with Habitat. Volunteering greatly benefits those in need, but did you know that it can benefit you just as much as the people you’re helping?Read below for our top 11 reasons to volunteer
- [7 ways Habitat Australia support women and children in need](https://habitat.org.au/how-habitat-supports-women-and-children/) - Article by Lani.At Habitat, we build strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. And one of our main goals? To empower women and children in need. Our programs both in Australia and overseas aim to support women in their endeavours to support themselves and their families through safe and secure housing.Read about our top programs to
- [The biggest smile in Cambodia](https://habitat.org.au/smiles/) - Each day we would be met at the bottom of the bus stairs with a beaming smile from ear to ear. Peou and her daughter Mariya would be there to greet us to say ‘Choum Reap Sor’ with hands together as a sign of respect. Their arms would be outstretched to offer their help carrying
- [Menstrual Hygiene Day 2021](https://habitat.org.au/menstrual-hygiene-day-2021/) - Today is World Menstrual Hygiene Day. A day to recognise period poverty and the stigma that girls, women and non-binary people face. Achieving menstrual health and hygiene requires access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene facilities and services, as well as access to appropriate sanitary products, and relevant information about self-care and the menstrual cycle. It
- [Global Hand Washing Day](https://habitat.org.au/global-hand-washing-day/) - October 15 is Global Handwashing Day, a global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives.In Fiji in partnership with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Habitat for Humanity Fiji and the Water for Women
- [Water for Women Fiji](https://habitat.org.au/water-for-women-fiji/) - In partnership with DFAT's (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) and Water for Women, Habitat for Humanity Australia and Habitat for Humanity Fiji are working on improving Water, Sanitation and Hygiene services in Fiji through the Water for Women project. Habitat for Humanity Australia is pleased to be able to support and contribute to this
- [Building Houses that are affordable, sustainable and resilient to climate change](https://habitat.org.au/building-houses-for-apac/) - Habitat for Humanity arose from the vision that everyone should have access to safe and secure housing. Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states, “Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care
- [Building a Better World | Autumn 2022](https://habitat.org.au/building-a-better-world-autumn-2022/) - Read our latest Building a Better World newsletter. Read about our update on Tonga, Water for Women Project in Fiji and our Bushfire Recovery work in Eurobodalla. Download the Newsletter here.
- [A Letter from our CEO | Our Year in Review 2021](https://habitat.org.au/2021-in-review/) - With 1.6 billion people around the world living without adequate shelter, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to remind us of the importance of the work we do at Habitat for Humanity. In this time when the home serves as the front line of defence against the virus for millions, our work is needed to help them
- [Meet Rampati](https://habitat.org.au/rampati/) - Rampati and her husband dreamt that they would earn enough money for their three daughters to go to school, but two and a half years ago things changed. Rampati’s husband worked away from home and would come back to see the family every few months. On one of these visits, he was brutally attacked and
- [Meet Mere | A woman who rose to the challenge to protect her community against COVID-19](https://habitat.org.au/mere/) - Meet Mere she is a health worker in the Malevu Village in Fiji. Like many front-line workers, Mere has been protecting her community in their fight against COVID-19. The realities of living through a pandemic can be a worrying and traumatic experience for many people, especially those living in rural and remote locations where access
- [Meet Rita](https://habitat.org.au/ritas-story/) - Homeless after the earthquake When the devastating earthquake hit Nepal in April 2015, Rita’s mud and brick house collapsed in less than a minute. Rita, who was only ten at the time, had to abandon her ancestral home and move with her parents and two siblings into a makeshift shelter of walls made of plastic
- [Every Hand, Builds Hope](https://habitat.org.au/everyhand/) - Anyone who has watched children grow up, or who celebrate a wedding anniversary, know that 10 years can fly by! But for a community of women in Itahari, in southeastern Nepal, so much has changed that the last 10 years feels like a lifetime ago! The Hand in Hand journey started at a community meeting in
- [2019 International Women's Day Volunteering](https://habitat.org.au/iwd2019/) - In recognition of International Women’s Day, Habitat for Humanity Australia mobilised 465 corporate volunteers from 18 different companies to renovate women’s crisis accommodation and build homes for vulnerable women in Australia. Domestic Violence is the leading cause of homelessness in Australia. Over one-third of people accessing homelessness services in Australia are women and children who
- [2020 International Women's Day Volunteering](https://habitat.org.au/iwd2020/) - In recognition of International Women’s Day, Habitat for Humanity Australia mobilised 175 corporate volunteers from different companies to renovate women’s crisis accommodation and build homes for vulnerable women in Australia. In recognition of International Women’s Day 2020, Habitat for Humanity Australia signed up a staggering 42 teams, comprising 463 corporate volunteers from 22 companies across
- [Meet Tracey](https://habitat.org.au/meet-tracey/) - Meet Tracey, one of our partner families. Tracey is a mother to 4 wonderful children. Tracey found herself facing challenging times as a single mother trying to keep a roof over her family’s head. She moved 8 times in 11 years and at times this was every 6 months. Tracey was constantly living in distress
- [Every Act of Kindness Counts](https://habitat.org.au/every-act-of-kindness-counts/) - Impact on Women and Children: Habitat partners with housing providers who deliver a welcoming place for women and children who have experienced and are escaping domestic violence. Crisis accommodations are a safe and welcoming place when a woman decides to leave her partner. With COVID 19 lockdowns escalating the demand for crisis accommodation placements, these
- [Did you know shelter and climate change are related?](https://habitat.org.au/shelter-and-climate-change/) - How our mission for housing equality positively impacts the environment By Jenny Ringland Green + Simple Of all the issues to care about in the world, the climate crisis is undeniably the most alarming to ever face humanity. What you might not know, (or might not have thought about much) of climate change and its
- [Why housing is the solution to end poverty](https://habitat.org.au/why-housing-is-the-solution-to-end-poverty/) - Article by Lani. At Habitat for Humanity, we believe that ending poverty starts with every human being having access to a safe and decent place to live. According to World Vision, 9.2% of the world is in poverty. That means that almost 700 million people are surviving on less than $1.90 a day. In Australia
- [Habitat Australia: Addressing homelessness in Australia](https://habitat.org.au/addressing-homelessness-australia/) - Article by: Ilaria. A home isn’t just a roof, it’s everything that goes on beneath it. Housing is a basic human need. It lays down the roots of safety from which families and individuals alike can begin to grow. Having a place to call home is essential to the maintenance of our physical and mental
- [What is Hike for Humanity and how can I get involved?](https://habitat.org.au/what-is-hike-for-humanity-and-how-can-i-get-involved/) - Article by Illaria. Hike for Habitat - hike for a cause! Has lockdown got you craving the vast open skies? Here at Habitat we know what’s up! Fundraising is dynamic. It brings people together. It brings us all closer to life - after all, life is what makes this planet of ours so special. Unfortunately,
- [Studio Purpose Opens its Doors: More than a Home for Homeless Youth](https://habitat.org.au/studio-purpose-opens-its-doors-more-than-a-home-for-homeless-youth/) - Murray Bridge, South Australia (August 12th, 2021) - With great excitement, we announce the opening of Studio Purpose a shelter solution for homeless youth. Habitat for Humanity South Australia was committed to supporting the 1 in 9 homeless youth access safe accommodation in Murray Bridge through the Studio Purpose project. Studio Purpose will provide safe accommodation
- [New Ways to Give](https://habitat.org.au/new-ways-to-give-cryptocurrency/) - We believe giving our supporters several ways to give will ensure that we can continue to support vulnerable families in need access a safe place to call home. Why Cryptocurrency? With the rise in popularity of Cryptocurrency, we have seen an increase in requests from donors to donate cryptocurrency. We have partnered with the Giving
- [Rampati's story](https://habitat.org.au/rampati-2/) - Rampati and her husband dreamt that they would earn enough money for their three daughters to go to school, but two and a half years ago things changed. Rampati’s husband worked away from home and would come back to see the family every few months. On one of these visits, he was brutally attacked and
- [Lalita's story](https://habitat.org.au/nepalwomen-2/) - Lalita is 72 years old and lives alone in a shelter scrambled together with tarpaulin and branches that she had found locally. In 2017 she was swept away by a huge flood, but was luckily saved by her neighbors. “My only request is to build a house with a higher plinth level so when I
- [Urmila's story](https://habitat.org.au/urmila-2/) - Urmila’s husband suddenly disappeared one day in 2003. The Maoist war was still raging in the country and disappearances were quite common during those days. Some people told her that he got killed, but Urmila has neither heard from her husband nor seen his dead body in the decade and a half since he went
- [What is poverty?](https://habitat.org.au/what-is-poverty/) - This post was taken from Habitat for Humanity International. There are many ways of measuring and categorizing poverty — and no simple, unified definition. The United Nations observes that, worldwide, “frequently, poverty is defined in either relative or absolute terms. Absolute poverty measures poverty in relation to the amount of money necessary to meet basic
- [Fundraising tips and tricks](https://habitat.org.au/fundraising-tips-tricks/) - Allison, Office Manager at Habitat for Humanity Australia, is leading a team of 11 women to Vietnam to help a family in need. Read about her easy fundraising tips and tips. I am very fortunate to be part of a team of amazing women travelling to Vietnam in April. To fundraise for the build, our
- [Swimming lessons in Vietnam saves lives](https://habitat.org.au/swimming-lessons-vietnam-saves-lives/) - The vast majority of families in the Dong Thap and Tien Giang provinces in Southern Vietnam live at or below the poverty line in poorly built and unsafe homes. To make matters worse, the region is one of the most disaster-prone in the region. These provinces sit within the Mekong Delta, and are at risk
- [Why sanitation matters](https://habitat.org.au/why-sanitation-matters/) - It's the little things that make a big difference - and on World Toilet Day we are reminded of the importance and impact sanitation has on health, livelihoods and privacy and security. For most of us, the idea of not having a toilet is something we've never considered. In Australia, it's such a given that
- [Secure land, secure homes](https://habitat.org.au/secure-land-secure-homes/) - 75 percent of land worldwide is not legally documented. Without secure land tenure, millions of people in developing countries are left vulnerable and face the fear eviction and displacement on a daily basis. As part of Urban October Habitat is raising awareness of the need for safe and decent housing. Having secure land, in order
- [Innovation and partnerships in Cambodia](https://habitat.org.au/innovation-and-partnerships-in-cambodia/) - Zoe Nelson-Carey, Habitat's National Partnership Manager travelled to Cambodia in June this year to scope out projects that are changing lives for the better and see how more corporate can support this work.
- [Education and housing - unlocking a world of potential](https://habitat.org.au/education-and-housing-unlocking-a-world-of-potential/) - Around the world, too many children lack access to safe and decent housing. This in turn, places a world of potential out of reach. With a decent home, parents no longer need to worry about spending money on constant repairs, paying expensive rent or be burdened with the threat of forcible eviction. Instead, they can
- [What is Global Village?](https://habitat.org.au/what-is-global-village/) - Global Village is Habitat for Humanity's overseas volunteering program. Each year, we send roughly 300 volunteers overseas to help build a home for a family in need of safe and decent housing. Here, they work side by side the partner family for a week long experience they won't forget. Watch the video below to find
- [Australians being ripped off in exploitative orphanage 'industry'](https://habitat.org.au/australians-being-ripped-off-in-exploitative-orphanage-industry/) - Australians who visit or volunteer in orphanages overseas are at risk of being ripped-off and are fuelling a thriving new industry that is exploiting children. Habitat for Humanity, the world’s number one not-for-profit provider of housing for low income families in need, has warned that the surging growth of ‘voluntourism’ that focuses on visiting or
## Pages
- [Home](https://habitat.org.au/) - Habitat for Humanity is one of the world’s largest not-for-profit housing providers for low-income families and vulnerable groups.
- [Help light the way for Habitat Haymarket](https://habitat.org.au/provide-shelter-for-homesless-youth/) - Ros's daughters live in darkness and fear. Your tax-deductible gift before June 30 builds safe, well-lit homes for families who need it most.
- [Careers](https://habitat.org.au/about/careers/) - every team member helps build a better world join our team Thank you for your interest in a career with Habitat for Humanity Australia. We offer a range of career opportunities, as well as internships and volunteer positions to suit people of varying skill levels and experience. If you are interested in volunteering in our
- [Become a beneficiary partner](https://habitat.org.au/beneficary-partners/) - partnerships that build homes, communities and hope Become a beneficiary partner and have your community housing painted for free and more - about our work Habitat for Humanity Australia transforms lives through its Australian Building Program, Habitat Women Maintenance Team, and flagship volunteering initiative, Brush With Kindness, delivering safe, secure homes for Australians who have
- [Healthy Homes](https://habitat.org.au/healthy-homes/) - Healthy homes Our Healthy Homes program supports the improvement of health and wellbeing outcomes for low-income residents of social or community housing. Through home assessments, targeted repairs, and educational materials for occupants, the program addresses conditions most harmful to health and wellbeing: excessive heat and draughts, moisture and mould, energy inefficiency, and hygiene hazards. Delivered
- [Donate](https://habitat.org.au/donate/) - every donor builds homes, hope and communities. without your support, our work would not be possible. donate How we use your donation learn more Leave a gift in your will learn more Workplace giving learn more Fundraise learn more Other ways to give learn more
- [Help light the way for youth experiencing homelessness - DOUBLE the impact](https://habitat.org.au/match/) - Ros's daughters live in darkness and fear. Your tax-deductible gift before June 30 builds safe, well-lit homes for families who need it most.
- [Help light the way for youth experiencing homelessness](https://habitat.org.au/lighting/) - Ros's daughters live in darkness and fear. Your tax-deductible gift before June 30 builds safe, well-lit homes for families who need it most.
- [Our Partners](https://habitat.org.au/about/partners/) - every partner helps build a better world Building strategic partnerships allow us to make a deep impact in the lives of families and communities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. We value all our partners and work closely with them to create mutually beneficial partnerships.To all our partners we say thank you. Our vision of
- [Let's Open the Door](https://habitat.org.au/open-door/) - 50 years of Habitat for Humanity let's open the door to opportunity Home is the foundation on which we build our lives. But every day 1 in 3 people around the world wake up without the security of safe affordable housing. We’re working to change that. We know every safe affordable home sparks wider change,
- [Single Gift Acquisition - Telemarketing](https://habitat.org.au/grace/) - help women escaping domestic violence No woman should have to choose between violence and homelessness you can Help provide homes for vulnerable women Right now, on Australian streets the number of women experiencing homelessness after escaping domestic violence is rising. Women like Grace*, living with her young son in a garage and still in real
- [Partner with us](https://habitat.org.au/partnerships/) - - every partnership builds a better world We value all our partners and work closely with them to create mutually beneficial partnerships. - Impact Corporate partnerships can make a deep impact in the lives of thousands of communities here in Australia and across the Asia Pacific region. We build and tailor partnerships with small and
- [Leave a gift in your will](https://habitat.org.au/donate/bequest/) - A gift in your will can build more than homes. It can build brighter futures for generations to come. With a safe and decent home, access to clean water and sanitation, today’s children and future generations will have bright futures that are free from poverty. By leaving a gift in your Will to Habitat for
- [Help light the way for families who need it most](https://habitat.org.au/light/) - Ros's daughters live in darkness and fear. Your tax-deductible gift before June 30 builds safe, well-lit homes for families who need it most.
- [AP Open the Door Landing Page](https://habitat.org.au/ap-open-door/) - let's open the door to safe housing - together. Home is the foundation on which we build our lives. You’re supporting families across Asia and the Pacific. Donations made through this page will support Habitat for Humanity networks in communities across Asia-Pacific, including countries such as Cambodia, Indonesia, Nepal, Fiji and more. Funds are managed
- [Publications / Resources](https://habitat.org.au/about/publications-resources/) - Annual reports Annual Report 2025 view Annual Report 2024 download Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2022 Annual Report 2021 Annual Report 2020 Annual Report 2019 Annual Report 2018 Financial Reports Financial Report 2025 download Financial Report 2024 download Financial Report 2023 Financial Report 2022 Financial Report 2021 Financial Report 2020 Financial Report 2019 Financial Report
- [Renovate shelters](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/australia/renovate-shelters/) - We offer local volunteering experiences through our community and corporate volunteering program, Brush with Kindness. The Brush with Kindness program The Brush with Kindness program mobilises teams of volunteers to conduct renovations, landscaping, gardening, and minor building repairs to the homes of people who may be disadvantaged, escaping domestic violence or experiencing homelessness. The one-day
- [Our Team](https://habitat.org.au/about/team/) - Our Team The management of Habitat for Humanity Australia is led by our team of dedicated and passionate staff. Our staff are committed to making our vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent home become a reality. Penny Kaleta CEO Dan Peyton Head of Impact and Engagement Chris Govers Head of
- [What we do in Australia](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/australia/) - our work in Australia Together, we build homegrown change Habitat for Humanity Australia combines housing development with social impact, delivering tailored solutions to local communities. As a Tier 3 Community Housing Provider, Habitat increases access to secure and affordable housing for the most vulnerable, including women and children escaping domestic violence. We provide housing solutions
- [Our Board](https://habitat.org.au/about/board/) - Our Board The Board oversees all aspects of our work and makes sound and informed decisions in the best interest of the families who benefit from programs both in Australia and overseas. Habitat for Humanity Australia is governed by a voluntary Board. The individuals who make up the Board have diverse backgrounds and bring a
- [Annual Report 2025](https://habitat.org.au/annual-report-25/) - annual report 2025 together, we are building homes, communities and hope. Habitat for Humanity Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country on which we work throughout Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We recognise their continuing connection
- [Building a Better World autumn 2026](https://habitat.org.au/autumn2026/)
- [Honour Board](https://habitat.org.au/about/honour-board/) - Habitat for Humanity Australia Annual Awards Honour Board We are so grateful for all our wonderful volunteers and supporters who work alongside us. We believe in a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live, and we’re fortunate to work with many others who share in this vision. In particular, we’d like
- [Policies and Statements](https://habitat.org.au/about/policies/) - Policies and Statements Child Protection Policy Use of Stories and Photos Welfare and Development Religion and Development Politics and Development Sustainable Development Gender and Development Disability Environment Human Rights Fraud Management Counter Terrorism Ethics Covenant and Code of Conduct Whistleblower Diversity and Inclusion Conflict of Interest Statement of Community Housing Policies For the full list
- [Donate to build homes and hope for families in Nepal this Christmas](https://habitat.org.au/nepal-2025/) - together, we build futures Your compassion transforms lives Torrential rains caused devastating floods and landslides across Nepal this October, impacting more than 30,000 families. These families urgently need safe shelter and support to rebuild their lives. make a donation your donation builds homes and hope We can support 775 flood-affected families with just $500 each
- [home equals](https://habitat.org.au/homeequals/) - sign our petition today Pledge your voice More than 1 billion people in informal settlements are not treated as equals. home equals Home Equals is a five-year global advocacy campaign dedicated to achieving policy change, at all levels, to ensure that people living in informal settlements have equitable access to adequate housing. Together, with partners,
- [Nepal](https://habitat.org.au/nepal-2/)
- [Safety Donation - Thank You](https://habitat.org.au/safety/thank-you/) - thank you for your generosity! Every Australian deserves a safe place to call home, and thanks to your donation, we’re one step closer to making that happen. Your support will help provide safe, secure housing for families across Australia facing homelessness and instability. Together, we’re turning fear into a fresh start, building stronger communities and
- [Give Hope Monthly](https://habitat.org.au/safety/give-hope-monthly/) - build women’s futures with us – every month Help women escaping domestic violence and homelessness rebuild their lives. Homes aren’t built on hope alone. They’re built with hands, heart – and your steady support. Across Australia, thousands of women and families are living in unsafe, unstable housing. Many are rebuilding their lives after experiencing domestic
- [Give Fresh Starts](https://habitat.org.au/safety/give-fresh-starts/) - help women escaping domestic violence No woman should have to choose between violence and homelessness you can Help provide homes for vulnerable women Right now, on Australian streets the number of women experiencing homelessness after escaping domestic violence is rising. Women like Grace*, living with her young son in a garage and still in real
- [‘What does home mean to you’ poll](https://habitat.org.au/safety/what-does-home-mean-to-you-poll/) - tell us: what does home mean to you? take the poll Home is the heart of what we do but what does it mean to you? For most, home is a place of comfort, security and connection. But for too many Australians, that sense of home is missing, replaced with overcrowding, instability or the fear
- [‘Home truths’ quiz](https://habitat.org.au/safety/home-truths-quiz/) - ready for some home truths? take the quiz Discover the realities of Australia's housing crisis Australia’s housing crisis is worse than most people realise. Sure, we hear about rising rents and housing shortages – but what about the hidden human cost? Right now, thousands of Australians are living in unsafe, unaffordable or overcrowded homes. Older
- [Help Provide Shelter](https://habitat.org.au/safety/help-provide-shelter/) - take the next step. help build homes for aussies that need them most. Cracked walls, rotting floors and broken windows. For too many Aussies, “home” is falling apart. Aussies like Michelle. She and her three young children lived in a run-down farmhouse with dirty water and slugs coming through the floorboards. The house was freezing
- [What we do overseas](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/) - what we do overseas Together, we build sustainable development From Cambodia to, Vietnam, Nepal, Bangladesh and Fiji, we worked alongside local partners and community leaders to expand access to decent housing, basic services, and secure land rights, creating lasting impact and change. Habitat for Humanity Australia receives support from the Australian Government principally through the
- [Spring 2025](https://habitat.org.au/spring2025/)
- [About](https://habitat.org.au/about/) - about habitat for humanity australia Home is the foundation on which we build our lives and our communities. our story Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in our local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a decent, safe, affordable place
- [Our SDGs](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/sdgs/) - A climate-resilient future starts with a home our sustainable development goals How Housing supports the SDGs Habitat for Humanity Australia is committed to achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals throughout our programs. Housing is a driver, catalyst and contributor for the following five SDG goals: We know that housing is climate action. We’re innovating to make
- [Safety](https://habitat.org.au/safety/) - Redirecting…
- [Build shelters](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/australia/build-shelters/) - everyone deserves a place to call home domestic violence refuges Our construction program partners with specialist housing providers to design and construct housing solutions that are responsive to the needs of those they support. Current projects are focused on providing transitional accommodation for victim-survivors of domestic and family violence. We have recently completed a refuge
- [Transform](https://habitat.org.au/transform/)
- [Complaints](https://habitat.org.au/about/complaints/) - Complaints Habitat for Humanity is committed to meeting the needs and expectations of valued supporters, beneficiaries and other related stakeholders. We recognise the importance and value of listening and responding to concerns and complaints. We are committed to achieving the highest standard and continuous improvement in every area of our work. This applies especially to
- [Building a Better World autumn 2025](https://habitat.org.au/autumn2025/)
- [How we use your donation](https://habitat.org.au/donate/transparency/) - every dollar builds a brighter future Together we can build a better world. Your donation will help us build homes, communities and hope for some of the world’s most in need families. $50 can purchase a toolkit with shovels and picks to repair and build a safe home for a family overseas. $88 can provide
- [Fundraise](https://habitat.org.au/donate/fundraise/) - get involved Fundraise for Habitat You can help provide safe and decent housing for families in need by joining a fundraising event or creating your very own! every fundraiser builds a better world Ways to fundraise Choose from a variety of ways to support vulnerable families in Australia and Overseas. Challenge yourself Run, swim, cycle,
- [Workplace giving](https://habitat.org.au/donate/workplace-giving/) - give through work Workplace Giving You can support our work and make an impact to thousands of families through automated deductions from your pre-tax pay. How Workplace Giving works? Workplace giving is a simple and low-cost, yet powerful way to donate to Habitat for Humanity Australia. You can support our work and make an impact
- [Nepal | Christmas Appeal](https://habitat.org.au/nepal/) - This year we are fundraising for the devastating floods in Nepal which have displaced so many from their homes.
- [Habitat for Humanity Australia Survery 2024](https://habitat.org.au/survey24/)
- [Contact Us](https://habitat.org.au/contact/) - Get in touch First Name Last Name Email I want to know more about VolunteeringPartnershipsCorporate VolunteeringMediaGeneral enquiryDonationsBequestSocial EnterpriseInternational ProgramsDomestic ProgramsOther Message I've read and accept the Privacy Policy. Phone 1800 88 55 99 E-mail info@habitat.org.au Working Hours Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm Address Level 4, block d, building 5 (cb05) 1-59 quay street, haymarket nsw 2000
- [Faq's about Habitat australia's housing programs](https://habitat.org.au/about/housing/) - Faq's about Habitat australia's housing programs Looking for Affordable Housing and Financial Support? We understand many individuals are seeking assistance for affordable housing in Australia. While our current programs focus on partnerships with refuges and shelters, we are unable to provide direct assistance to individuals at this time. Below, you’ll find helpful resources and services
- [Spring 2024](https://habitat.org.au/spring2024/)
- [Donate crypto](https://habitat.org.au/donate/give/donatecrypto/) - Donate Cryptocurrency to Habitat for Humanity build homes with crypto donate Crypto Why Donate? By donating cryptocurrency to Habitat for Humanity Australia you will be helping families to build or improve a place they can call home. Access to safe housing provides more than a roof overhead. It means safety and security. It offers children
- [Other ways to give](https://habitat.org.au/donate/give/) - other ways to give every donation builds a better future cause donate
- [Position: Property Manager](https://habitat.org.au/about/careers/property-manager/) - Property Manager (Volunteer) – Sydney Position Description Position Title: Property Manager Status: Part time, volunteer. 8-10 hours a week Date: 26/3/2024 Context Habitat for Humanity is a global not-for-profit provider of housing and housing-based solutions for low-income families in need. Habitat for Humanity (HFH) works in thousands of communities around the world and has built,
- [Impact](https://habitat.org.au/impact/) - our impact stories News & Stories Stories from Home Stories from Overseas Meet our volunteers Newsletters Honour Board News & Stories Stories from Home Stories from Overseas Meet our volunteers Newsletters Honour Board our impact stories News & Stories Stories from Home Stories from Overseas Meet our volunteers Newsletters Honour Board News & Stories Stories
- [Gender Equity, Disability and Social Inclusion](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/gender-equity-disability-social-inclusion/) - Diversity and inclusion is central and imperative for all operations of Habitat for Humanity Australia We believe in a world where everyone — no matter who they are or where they come from — deserves a decent place to live. We recognise that, to create this world, our work must always break down barriers, bring
- [Livelihoods](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/livelihoods/) - a safe and secure home provides more than just shelter Having access to a safe and secure home provides more than just shelter – it also provides opportunities for families to establish home-based enterprises which can provide a strong foundation for livelihood improvements. In addition to supporting families with new housing, Habitat for Humanity also
- [Housing and Climate Resilience](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/housing-climate-resilience/) - Housing and climate resilience We partner with communities across the Asia and Pacific region to identify those vulnerable to disasters and to increase local capacity to reduce disaster risks. Our aim is always to better respond and recover from them when they do happen. Reducing the risks of disasters is a fundamental feature of Habitat
- [Advocacy and Influence](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/advocacy-influence/) - every community should be self-reliant Our urban programming takes a community-driven approach to the planning and implementation of slum upgrading, addressing access to services, disaster risks, land tenure security and organising and empowering communities to advocate for the services they need. Rapid migration from rural to urban centres creates a need for over 25,000 new
- [Water, Sanitation and Hygiene](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/water-sanitation-hygiene/) - everyone needs a community to be self-reliant Our work supports communities to improve their water and sanitation facilities and empowers them to improve their water, sanitation and hygiene behaviours. The result is healthier and stronger communities and brighter futures. According to the World Health Organisation, 785 million globally live without access to clean water. Millions
- [Habitat Restore](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/australia/habitat-restore/) - What is a ReStore? ReStore is Habitat for Humanity’s social enterprise that accepts and resells new and gently used items donated by businesses and the general public. The items entering ReStore change daily with each new donation, so visit us often! The funds that our ReStores generate support Habitat’s home building program of providing low
- [Volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/volunteer/) - Volunteer to build better lives Work together with Habitat for Humanity to build a better future for all! Get involved today! learn more
- [Volunteer in our Office](https://habitat.org.au/about/careers/officevolunteer/) - -every volunteer helps build a better world Volunteer in our Office Our teams are often in need of support either at our office in Sydney or working remotely on projects. We would love to hear what skills you can bring to the table. Please express your interest by completing the form below and uploading your
- [Thank You](https://habitat.org.au/contact/thank-you-partnerships/) - Thank you for getting in touch! Thank you for submitting your details! We’ll be in touch shortly to follow up. In the meantime join our online community and stay up to date with all our upcoming projects and impact stories. Join our social media communities. Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube
- [Thank You](https://habitat.org.au/contact/thank-you-newsletter/) - Thank you for getting in touch! Thank you for submitting your details! We’ll be in touch shortly to follow up. In the meantime join our online community and stay up to date with all our upcoming projects and impact stories. Join our social media communities. Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube
- [Thank You](https://habitat.org.au/contact/thank-you/) - Thank you for getting in touch! Thank you for submitting your details! We’ll be in touch shortly to follow up. In the meantime join our online community and stay up to date with all our upcoming projects and impact stories. Join our social media communities. Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube
- [Volunteer FAQ](https://habitat.org.au/about/faqs/) - Volunteer FAQ's Still have some questions about volunteering? Read our frequently asked questions below.You can also call the Volunteering team on 1800 88 55 99 or email volunteer@habitat.org.au Global Village FAQ’s Are there any age restrictions? There is no maximum age limit – as long as you have a reasonable level of fitness you will be
- [Privacy Policy](https://habitat.org.au/about/privacy/) - Your privacy is important Habitat for Humanity Australia (HFHA) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Commonwealth) and the Australian Privacy Principles and the ACFID Code of Conduct. We are also bound by the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard. This statement outlines
- [Community Housing Policies](https://habitat.org.au/about/policies/community-housing-policies/) - Community Housing Policies Please click on the links below to access our full policies in Community Housing: Resident EngagementInterpreting and Translation GuidelinesHousing Allocation PolicyApplying for Housing (Affordable Housing)Customer Service StandardsStarting a TenancyRent PolicyCompliments, Complaints and Appeals FORM Compliments, Complaints and AppealsManagement TransferAbsence from Property Changes to Household PropertyMutual Exchange PolicyDomestic Violence PolicyPet PolicySuccession of Tenancy
- [What we do](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/) - What we do in Australia In Australia, Habitat for Humanity supports low-income families and vulnerable groups in accessing safe shelter. This includes building or repairing shelters, and disaster risk reduction and recovery. Many of our programs rely on the amazing support and hard work of our generous volunteers and partners. We currently operate in New
- [Humanitarian Disaster Response](https://habitat.org.au/what-we-do/overseas/disaster-response/) - the world has witnessed a sharp increase in the frequency and severity of disasters. Over the last few decades, the world has witnessed a sharp increase in the frequency and severity of disasters. Unfortunately this trend is set to continue as a result of growing population pressures, unplanned urbanisation, climate change and environmental degradation. Vulnerable
- [Our Corporate Advisory Committee](https://habitat.org.au/about/corporat-advisory/) - The Corporate Advisory Committee Habitat’s Corporate Advisory Committee is a small group of business executives and subject matter experts, selected from a variety of organisations to provide advice and practical support to the CEO in the execution of Habitat for Humanity Australia’s strategic objectives.
- [Newsletters](https://habitat.org.au/about/newsletters/) - Read our latest Building a Better World newsletter. Building a Better World | Autumn 2026 February 23, 2026 Community-Led Solution: Improving Access and Livelihoods With your generosity, life has changed for the 1,345 people living in a rural village in Cambodia. Read More Building a Better World | Spring 2025 September 19, 2025 In the
## Layouts
- [Main Footer](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/main-footer/) - donate volunteer keep in touch donate volunteer Habitat for Humanity Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the country on which we work, the peoples of the Eora Nation, and recognises their continuing connection to land, water, and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We respectfully acknowledge the traditional owners
- [Main Header](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/main-header/) - donate Donate Main Header HomeMain Header
- [Home Header](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/home-header/) - donate Donate find out more /let’s open the door/ Join Habitat for Humanity Australia’s 50th anniversary campaign tackling the global housing crisis. Discover how you can help create safe, affordable homes and brighter futures, be part of the movement today. to celebrate our 50th anniversary find out more take action Take change into your own
- [Page Header - Posts](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/page-header-posts/) - donate Donate Page Header – Posts HomeHeaderPage Header – Posts
- [Provide Shelter Footer](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/provide-shelter-footer/) - 1-59 Quay Street Haymarket NSW 2000info@habitat.org.au1800 88 55 99 information who we are About Our Team Our Board Our Partners About Our Team Our Board Our Partners what we do What we do What we do in Australia What we do overseas What we do What we do in Australia What we do overseas additional
- [Safety Footer](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/safety-footer/) - 1-59 Quay Street Haymarket NSW 2000info@habitat.org.au1800 88 55 99 Subtitle information Some description text for this item who we are About Our Team Our Board Our Partners About Our Team Our Board Our Partners what we do What we do What we do in Australia What we do overseas What we do What we do
- [Main Header - Menu Only](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/main-header-menu-only/) - donate Donate
- [Header Parachute](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/header-parachute/)
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- [Page Header - Committee](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/page-header-committee/) - donate Donate Page Header – Committee
- [Header-NoFeature](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/header-nofeature/) - donate Donate Header-NoFeature HomeHeaderHeader-NoFeature
- [All Post Header](https://habitat.org.au/layouts/all-post-header/) - donate Donate our impact stories
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## Team
- [Lualhati Hopkins](https://habitat.org.au/team/lualhati-hopkins-2/)
- [Alice Grant](https://habitat.org.au/team/alice-grant/)
- [Jess Pollard](https://habitat.org.au/team/jess-pollard/)
- [Diana Sacrasmo](https://habitat.org.au/team/diana-sacrasmo/)
- [Beth Britton](https://habitat.org.au/team/michelle-duby/)
- [Penny Kaleta](https://habitat.org.au/team/penny-kaleta/)
- [Maurice Benington](https://habitat.org.au/team/maurice-benington/)
- [Damien Tomlinson](https://habitat.org.au/team/damien-tomlinson/)
- [Chris Govers](https://habitat.org.au/team/chris-govers/)
- [Rob Mattingly](https://habitat.org.au/team/rob-mattingly/)
- [Kristeen Chao](https://habitat.org.au/team/kristeen-chao-2/)
- [Stephanie Nehme](https://habitat.org.au/team/stephanie-nehme/)
- [Dan Peyton](https://habitat.org.au/team/dan-peyton/)
- [John Douglas](https://habitat.org.au/team/john-douglas/)
- [Christa Avery](https://habitat.org.au/team/christa-avery/)
- [Elizabeth "Liz" Satow](https://habitat.org.au/team/elizabeth-liz-satow/)
- [Michael Arman](https://habitat.org.au/team/michael-arman/)
- [Bart Mead](https://habitat.org.au/team/bart-mead/)
- [Paul Mulroney](https://habitat.org.au/team/paul-mulroney/)
- [Negaya Chorley](https://habitat.org.au/team/negaya-chorley/)
- [Ian Graham](https://habitat.org.au/team/ian-graham/)
- [Nick Tompson](https://habitat.org.au/team/nick-tompson/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Melissa Hudson](https://habitat.org.au/team/melissa-hudson/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Rita Clarkson](https://habitat.org.au/team/rita-clarkson/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Samantha Morris](https://habitat.org.au/team/samantha-morris/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Ryan Rhodes](https://habitat.org.au/team/ryan-rhodes/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Jenny Adams](https://habitat.org.au/team/jenny-adams/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Steven Johnson](https://habitat.org.au/team/steven-johnson/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Daniel Moore](https://habitat.org.au/team/daniel-moore/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Erica Walsh](https://habitat.org.au/team/erica-walsh/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [James Rogers](https://habitat.org.au/team/james-rogers/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Brian Lewis](https://habitat.org.au/team/brian-lewis/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Paul Walker](https://habitat.org.au/team/paul-walker/) - Join a Community with Over a Million People [mc4wp_form id="1069"]
- [Kirsten McDonald](https://habitat.org.au/team/kirsten-mcdonald/)
- [Laura Wells](https://habitat.org.au/team/laura-wells/)
- [Sharn Coombes](https://habitat.org.au/team/sharn-coombes/)
- [Atul Kumar](https://habitat.org.au/team/atul-kumar/)
- [Kate Schade](https://habitat.org.au/team/kate-schade/)
- [Maree McKenzie](https://habitat.org.au/team/maree-mckenzie/)
- [Rebelle Moriarty](https://habitat.org.au/team/rebelle-moriarty/)
- [Tom Bamforth](https://habitat.org.au/team/tom-bamforth/)
- [Elizabeth Morris OAM](https://habitat.org.au/team/elizabeth-morris-oam/)
## Testimonials
- [Andrew](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/andrew-hii/) - “I came into this world with nothing and I will leave this world with nothing and apart from looking after loved ones, I also like the idea of my childhood dream of helping those without a roof over their head, ‘living on’ even after my passing,”
- [Martin](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/living-on-even-after-my-passing/) - "When I was making a Will recently, I was in little doubt that I wanted to include Habitat in my list of bequests. What’s better than helping people into homes that give them security, health and a path to a better future? I think that’s what I want to know my wealth will help after
- [Global Village Volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/memories-that-will-last-a-lifetime/) - “Aside from being an amazing experience, and the newfound friends you gain, the mere fact that you are lending a helping hand to a stranger is so endearing. The memories that you create from helping others who aren’t as fortunate as you will stick with you for a lifetime. It’s strange to think, but labouring
- [Local Village Volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/making-a-difference/) - “I decided to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity Australia because I wanted to support people that had been affected by the bushfires. This is an amazing way to learn new skills, meet new people, and really feel connected to the community and the ecosystems around you. Climate change in our country is an emergency and
- [Bushfire Recovery Volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/i-love-giving-back/) - “I get a huge amount out of volunteering,” she says, “especially in this area because I grew up here. I really feel like I can give back to the community. I had been waiting for the opportunity to help out in some way and do whatever I could do.”
- [Local Village Volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/very-fulfilling/) - "Meeting the owners of the property and seeing the diverse range of people that came out to volunteer for the bushfire recovery day was a really nice experience. It was really great to give back and support the Australian community. Being able to meet and listen to the owners speak of their life experiences on
- [Community Volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/great-to-meet-new-people/) - “I like the variety of the bushfire programme. And being outdoors is a real advantage, particularly during COVID. It’s great just going to different places and meeting different people and being able to give practical help to people who really need it. It’s also always fun being with a nice group of people. When you’re
- [What corporates say](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/what-corporate-say/) - Around 90% said they would participate again – very promising and the tick I need to build it into next year’s calendar. Almost 50% of participants increased their activity – another tick to getting our people moving. More than 90% said they felt good about making a positive contribution to the community – and that
- [Corporate Team Arup](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/corporate-team-arup/) - “I felt really enlightened and inspired after this day, with a new appreciation of the perspective of issues like this. Keen to get involved with Habitat for Humanity in future events!” Arup employee
- [Corporate Team Boral](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/corporate-team-boral/) - “This was an extremely humbling and life-changing day. I’m so incredibly grateful for the experience.” Boral employee
- [Home for a Home Partner](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/home-for-a-home-partner/) - “It’s an opportunity to give back to those who are far less fortunate than us here in Australia."
- [Impactful and Rewarding](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/impactful-and-rewarding/) - “Knowing that you are making a difference in their lives has to be the best part,” said Alex. “It was also incredibly rewarding seeing an actual physical structure in front of you at the end of the build that your team and yourself built from scratch.” Global Village Volunteer
- [Making a positive change](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/making-a-positive-change/) - “Volunteering with Habitat’s International Women’s Day build allowed me to appreciate how small improvements to a women’s crisis accommodation shelter, like a fresh coat of paint, can positively change the living environment and ambience of the place; beneficial when considering the distressing environments these women and children have faced and the emotional healing journey they
- [Making a difference](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials/what-corporates-say/) - “We were grateful for the opportunity to lend a hand to women and children who are doing it tough. It was hard work, but it was a good feeling to see results at the end of the day and know we were making a difference.”
## Categories
- [Uncategorised](https://habitat.org.au/category/uncategorised/)
- [News & Stories](https://habitat.org.au/category/news-and-stories/)
- [Stories from Home](https://habitat.org.au/category/stories-from-home/)
- [Stories from Overseas](https://habitat.org.au/category/stories-from-overseas/)
- [Newsletters](https://habitat.org.au/category/newsletters/)
- [Meet our volunteers](https://habitat.org.au/category/meet-our-volunteers/)
## Tags
- [volunteering](https://habitat.org.au/tag/volunteering/)
- [Vietnam](https://habitat.org.au/tag/vietnam/)
- [affordable housing](https://habitat.org.au/tag/affordable-housing/)
- [Cambodia](https://habitat.org.au/tag/cambodia/)
- [disaster resilience](https://habitat.org.au/tag/disaster-resilience/)
- [Nepal](https://habitat.org.au/tag/nepal/)
- [overseas aid](https://habitat.org.au/tag/overseas-aid/)
- [shelter crisis](https://habitat.org.au/tag/shelter-crisis/)
- [child protection](https://habitat.org.au/tag/child-protection/)
- [Global Village](https://habitat.org.au/tag/global-village/)
- [orphanage](https://habitat.org.au/tag/orphanage/)
- [voluntourism](https://habitat.org.au/tag/voluntourism/)
- [australian program](https://habitat.org.au/tag/australian-program/)
- [housing](https://habitat.org.au/tag/housing/)
- [south australia](https://habitat.org.au/tag/south-australia/)
- [victoria](https://habitat.org.au/tag/victoria/)
- [impact](https://habitat.org.au/tag/impact/)
- [poverty](https://habitat.org.au/tag/poverty/)
- [Australia](https://habitat.org.au/tag/australia/)
- [sanitation](https://habitat.org.au/tag/sanitation/)
- [wash](https://habitat.org.au/tag/wash/)
- [Water](https://habitat.org.au/tag/water/)
- [urbanisation](https://habitat.org.au/tag/urbanisation/)
- [Australian aid](https://habitat.org.au/tag/australian-aid/)
- [international women's day](https://habitat.org.au/tag/international-womens-day/)
- [brush with kindness](https://habitat.org.au/tag/brush-with-kindness/)
- [disaster recovery](https://habitat.org.au/tag/disaster-recovery/)
- [world water day](https://habitat.org.au/tag/world-water-day/)
- [video](https://habitat.org.au/tag/video/)
- [volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/tag/volunteer/)
- [bushfire](https://habitat.org.au/tag/bushfire/)
- [national volunteer week](https://habitat.org.au/tag/national-volunteer-week/)
- [bangladesh](https://habitat.org.au/tag/bangladesh/)
- [shelter](https://habitat.org.au/tag/shelter/)
- [PASSA](https://habitat.org.au/tag/passa/)
- [Corporate partnerships](https://habitat.org.au/tag/corporate-partnerships/)
- [Education](https://habitat.org.au/tag/education/)
- [world habitat day](https://habitat.org.au/tag/world-habitat-day/)
- [Sustainable Development Goals](https://habitat.org.au/tag/sustainable-development-goals/)
- [corporate parthership](https://habitat.org.au/tag/corporate-parthership/)
- [Water and Sanitation](https://habitat.org.au/tag/water-and-sanitation/)
- [world toilet day](https://habitat.org.au/tag/world-toilet-day/)
- [climate change](https://habitat.org.au/tag/climate-change/)
- [youth](https://habitat.org.au/tag/youth/)
- [Fiji](https://habitat.org.au/tag/fiji/)
- [sustainable](https://habitat.org.au/tag/sustainable/)
- [community fundraising](https://habitat.org.au/tag/community-fundraising/)
- [homeless](https://habitat.org.au/tag/homeless/)
- [Sydney](https://habitat.org.au/tag/sydney/)
- [corporate partnership](https://habitat.org.au/tag/corporate-partnership/)
- [health](https://habitat.org.au/tag/health/)
- [Phnom Penh](https://habitat.org.au/tag/phnom-penh/)
- [women](https://habitat.org.au/tag/women/)
- [Housing Crisis](https://habitat.org.au/tag/housing-crisis/)
- [slums](https://habitat.org.au/tag/slums/)
- [resilience](https://habitat.org.au/tag/resilience/)
- [cop27](https://habitat.org.au/tag/cop27/)
- [climatechange](https://habitat.org.au/tag/climatechange/)
- [Human Rights](https://habitat.org.au/tag/human-rights/)
- [New Home](https://habitat.org.au/tag/new-home/)
- [australian volunteers](https://habitat.org.au/tag/australian-volunteers/)
- [habitatforhumanityvolunteer](https://habitat.org.au/tag/habitatforhumanityvolunteer/)
- [domestic violence shelter](https://habitat.org.au/tag/domestic-violence-shelter/)
- [gender inequality](https://habitat.org.au/tag/gender-inequality/)
- [habitat women](https://habitat.org.au/tag/habitat-women/)
- [water for women](https://habitat.org.au/tag/water-for-women/)
- [Social Enterprise](https://habitat.org.au/tag/social-enterprise/)
- [president carter](https://habitat.org.au/tag/president-carter/)
- [habitat for humanity](https://habitat.org.au/tag/habitat-for-humanity/)
- [water sanitation hygiene](https://habitat.org.au/tag/water-sanitation-hygiene/)
- [bushfire resilience](https://habitat.org.au/tag/bushfire-resilience/)
- [Home Equals Campaign](https://habitat.org.au/tag/home-equals-campaign/)
- [Habitat for Humanity International](https://habitat.org.au/tag/habitat-for-humanity-international/)
- [world menstrual hygiene day](https://habitat.org.au/tag/world-menstrual-hygiene-day/)
- [gender equality](https://habitat.org.au/tag/gender-equality/)
- [blue mountains](https://habitat.org.au/tag/blue-mountains/)
- [informal settlements](https://habitat.org.au/tag/informal-settlements/)
- [training](https://habitat.org.au/tag/training/)
- [Sophany](https://habitat.org.au/tag/sophany/)
- [Volunteers](https://habitat.org.au/tag/volunteers/)
- [Building](https://habitat.org.au/tag/building/)
- [Construction](https://habitat.org.au/tag/construction/)
- [bushfire recovery](https://habitat.org.au/tag/bushfire-recovery/)
- [black summer](https://habitat.org.au/tag/black-summer/)
- [australian programs](https://habitat.org.au/tag/australian-programs/)
- [housing crises](https://habitat.org.au/tag/housing-crises/)
- [national homelessness week](https://habitat.org.au/tag/national-homelessness-week/)
- [habitat](https://habitat.org.au/tag/habitat/)
- [housing insecurity](https://habitat.org.au/tag/housing-insecurity/)
- [natural disasters](https://habitat.org.au/tag/natural-disasters/)
- [climate migration](https://habitat.org.au/tag/climate-migration/)
- [homebuilding](https://habitat.org.au/tag/homebuilding/)
- [celeste](https://habitat.org.au/tag/celeste/)
- [restore](https://habitat.org.au/tag/restore/)
- [volunteer of the year](https://habitat.org.au/tag/volunteer-of-the-year/)
- [volunteer awards](https://habitat.org.au/tag/volunteer-awards/)
- [hidden homelessness](https://habitat.org.au/tag/hidden-homelessness/)
- [climate resilience](https://habitat.org.au/tag/climate-resilience/)
- [Rosalynn Carter](https://habitat.org.au/tag/rosalynn-carter/)
- [internationalvolunteerday](https://habitat.org.au/tag/internationalvolunteerday/)
- [corporate volunteer](https://habitat.org.au/tag/corporate-volunteer/)
- [newcastle](https://habitat.org.au/tag/newcastle/)
- [Meet our Volunteers](https://habitat.org.au/tag/meet-our-volunteers/)
- [homelessness](https://habitat.org.au/tag/homelessness/)
- [homeequals](https://habitat.org.au/tag/homeequals/)
- [rental crises](https://habitat.org.au/tag/rental-crises/)
- [australian housing](https://habitat.org.au/tag/australian-housing/)
- [housing and health](https://habitat.org.au/tag/housing-and-health/)
- [sharp](https://habitat.org.au/tag/sharp/)
- [rental program](https://habitat.org.au/tag/rental-program/)
- [Dhaka](https://habitat.org.au/tag/dhaka/)
- [home equals](https://habitat.org.au/tag/home-equals/)
- [urban slums](https://habitat.org.au/tag/urban-slums/)
- [naidoc](https://habitat.org.au/tag/naidoc/)
- [domestic violence](https://habitat.org.au/tag/domestic-violence/)
- [aboriginal women and children crisis service](https://habitat.org.au/tag/aboriginal-women-and-children-crisis-service/)
- [naidoc week](https://habitat.org.au/tag/naidoc-week/)
- [urban settlements](https://habitat.org.au/tag/urban-settlements/)
- [building resilience](https://habitat.org.au/tag/building-resilience/)
- [international programs](https://habitat.org.au/tag/international-programs/)
- [menstrual hgyiene](https://habitat.org.au/tag/menstrual-hgyiene/)
- [mhm](https://habitat.org.au/tag/mhm/)
- [climate](https://habitat.org.au/tag/climate/)
- [schools build](https://habitat.org.au/tag/schools-build/)
- [ANCP](https://habitat.org.au/tag/ancp/)
- [partners](https://habitat.org.au/tag/partners/)
- [rainbow lodge](https://habitat.org.au/tag/rainbow-lodge/)
- [corporates](https://habitat.org.au/tag/corporates/)
- [domestic violence refuge](https://habitat.org.au/tag/domestic-violence-refuge/)
- [pacific](https://habitat.org.au/tag/pacific/)
- [volutneering](https://habitat.org.au/tag/volutneering/)
- [donating](https://habitat.org.au/tag/donating/)
- [strategy](https://habitat.org.au/tag/strategy/)
- [dulux](https://habitat.org.au/tag/dulux/)
- [partnerships](https://habitat.org.au/tag/partnerships/)
- [habitatwomen](https://habitat.org.au/tag/habitatwomen/)
- [partnership](https://habitat.org.au/tag/partnership/)
- [frontyard blitz](https://habitat.org.au/tag/frontyard-blitz/)
- [meanwhile use](https://habitat.org.au/tag/meanwhile-use/)
- [housing maintenance](https://habitat.org.au/tag/housing-maintenance/)
- [habitat victoria](https://habitat.org.au/tag/habitat-victoria/)
- [development approach](https://habitat.org.au/tag/development-approach/)
- [development](https://habitat.org.au/tag/development/)
- [climate resilient communities](https://habitat.org.au/tag/climate-resilient-communities/)
- [adequate housing](https://habitat.org.au/tag/adequate-housing/)
- [International Projects](https://habitat.org.au/tag/international-projects/)
- [climate action](https://habitat.org.au/tag/climate-action/)
- [United Nations](https://habitat.org.au/tag/united-nations/)
## Layouts Group
- [Header](https://habitat.org.au/layouts_group/header/)
## Team Group
- [Team](https://habitat.org.au/team_group/team/)
- [Board](https://habitat.org.au/team_group/board/)
- [Co-opted Board Committee members](https://habitat.org.au/team_group/committee/)
- [Ambassador](https://habitat.org.au/team_group/ambassador/) - Habitat for Humanity Australia Ambassador
## Testimonials Group
- [Volunteer in Australia](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials_group/volunteer-in-australia/)
- [Home for a Home](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials_group/home-for-a-home/)
- [Corporate Volunteers](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials_group/corporate-volunteers/)
- [Volunteer Overseas](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials_group/volunteer-overseas/)
- [Bequests](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials_group/bequests/)
- [Fit for Humanity](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials_group/fit-for-humanity/)
- [Volunteer Homes of Hope](https://habitat.org.au/testimonials_group/volunteer-homes-of-hope/)