Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in your local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a safe, affordable place to call home.
Overcrowded living conditions, fragile homes, inadequate water and sanitation, poor ventilation and insecure land tenure are everyday realities for millions of low-income families across Bangladesh, particularly those living in informal settlements and climate-vulnerable communities.
Rapid urbanization and rising housing costs are widening the gap. According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Bangladesh needs an estimated 6 million affordable housing units, projected to exceed 10 million by 2030. Nearly 69% of urban households live in informal housing, often without adequate basic services.
Climate change further deepens this crisis, as floods, cyclones and riverbank erosion damage homes and displace families, particularly in coastal and riverine areas. Women, young people and other marginalized groups face even greater barriers to safe housing.
Habitat for Humanity Bangladesh works towards a future where everyone has a decent place to live, advancing affordable, inclusive and climate-resilient housing solutions through community engagement, partnerships and policy advocacy.
By 2028, we aim to impact the lives of 17.14 million people in Bangladesh through our integrated programmes focused on building more and better homes, transforming housing systems, and inspiring action for affordable, inclusive and climate-resilient housing.
At Habitat for Humanity Bangladesh, we believe everyone deserves a safe, decent and affordable place to live. We work with families, communities, government, the private sector, academia and development partners to address the barriers to adequate housing. Through practical housing solutions, stronger housing systems and collective action, we work to make housing more accessible, affordable and resilient for everyone.
We partner with vulnerable families and communities to improve housing conditions through safe, affordable and climate-resilient homes, improved living environments and access to essential services.
We work with governments, market actors and other stakeholders to improve access to affordable housing, promote innovative and sustainable and climate smart construction solutions, and advocate for inclusive housing policies.
We mobilise volunteers, engage young people and build partnerships to raise awareness, encourage collective action and advocate for the right of everyone to live in a safe and decent home.
Together with families, partners and volunteers, we are making safe, affordable housing a reality.
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