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Bangladesh is at the forefront of climate change, experiencing tropical storms and record-breaking heatwaves this year. 'Pathway to home improvements' supports women and their families who are experiencing acute housing poverty with knowledge, skills and confidence to build climate-resilient homes.
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Situation
Rangpur division, in northwest Bangladesh, is historically underserved. Poverty levels have risen here over the last 10 years, alongside increasing number and severity of climate disasters. Many families live in ‘katcha’ (temporary) or ‘semi-pucca’ (semi-permanent) housing, both highly susceptible to damage due to poor design and construction materials. The work addresses three key issues – unsanitary conditions, household air pollution, and unsafe construction.
Solution
We will provide housing support to over 1,200 people (80%+ women/children) through construction training, housing advice, financial savings support, co-design, construction, and housing maintenance. The project has been developed through in-depth community consultation, in collaboration with our local partner, Nirapod Bangladesh Songstha. Our work shows that investing in women, within the built environment, creates ripple effects across communities.
