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This case study focuses on the context of Guatemala City, in particular its informal settlements. It explores how a disaster risk reduction (DRR) project, Barrio Mio, is working in this complex...
These shelters serve as a prototype for temporary housing using extremely inexpensive means to provide safe homes that can be built quickly and have the high insulation values necessary in arid...
Affordable and Adequate housing assistance can lead to: reduced emotional stress, fewer doctor's visits, increased happiness,
Building 1 affordable home can create 5 direct jobs and up to 8 indirect jobs.
46.2% of Ethiopian shelter recipients saw a increase in income and better access to food
Shelter and settlements are also often used as a financial institution, a factory, a meeting place, a granary
Affordable and stable shelter can provide opportunities for financial stability and employment. Ongoing construction and maintenance of shelter and settlements can be an opportunity for employment...
Shelter and settlements improve mental health and well-being. Those who receive post-disaster assistance are more likely to experience a return of their mental health to similar levels as before...
The direct impact of effective shelter and settlement assistance primarily include climate protection, immediate safety and security, privacy, and dignity and facilitating access to additional...
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