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Introduction

Devastating natural disasters happen around the world every year. War, conflict and civil unrest also create millions of refugees and internally displaced people. Families left homeless by disasters face uncertain futures, often confronting dire housing needs as they struggle to rebuild their lives. Habitat for Humanity India recognizes the need to provide shelter and housing solutions to help these families recover. Habitat for Humanity India’s Disaster Response program works with the community in the areas of disaster mitigation, preparedness, shelter and long-term recovery initiatives to address the housing needs that arise from natural disasters and humanitarian emergency conflicts.

The mission of HFH disaster response
The mission of Disaster Response is to develop innovative housing and shelter assistance models that generate sustainable interventions for people vulnerable to or affected by disasters and/or conflicts. Disaster Response also builds the capacity of the community in the areas of disaster mitigation, preparedness and recovery through education, training and partnerships.

When disaster strikes, Habitat strikes back

Habitat for Humanity understands that supporting families affected by disasters and conflicts requires immediate, comprehensive and collaborative actions. As one of the world’s largest builders of safe, decent and affordable housing, Habitat recognizes the need to develop long-term shelter and housing solutions for disaster-affected families and to help communities protect themselves against future threats in disaster-prone areas.

HFH Disaster Response offers consultation in the areas of technical information; program design and implementation; and disaster response policies, protocols and procedures. To date, more than 12,000 families have been served under various Habitat disaster response initiatives in India. By giving the communities the means to rebuild, Habitat has been able to

Support, empower and work with families in building recovery shelter and housing solutions.

Create new, integrated communities.

Develop new Habitat partners.

Educate the public on various aspects of shelter and house construction.

Foster partnerships and alliances with businesses, intergovernmental and multilateral organizations, nongovernmental organizations and other civil organizations.

Introduce disaster preparedness and mitigation concepts that allow families to protect themselves against future disasters.