I came, I saw, I opened
 People interacting with pop-up doors at the launch of Habitat's Let Open the Door campaign. |
If you were in New York City in late March, you might have seen, heard or even touched. Habitat for Humanity's
global campaign to raise awareness of the housing crisis worldwide and mobilize action is on a roll. Thousands of people experienced the pop-up doors in Washington Square Park while others connected via social media. This special issue is dedicated to those key moments and more.
Let’s Open the Door!
Know the answer?
Missed seeing the billboards? No matter, scroll to the end for the answer.
Tell me a story
 Eunjin Kim has been donating to Habitat for Humanity Korea for over two decades.
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Throughout the Let's Open the Door campaign, we will feature compelling storytelling and insightful research. We are delighted to share
the story of Eunjin Kim. Starting her journey as a volunteer, she now donates regularly to Habitat for Humanity Korea. What’s more — she has inspired her children to contribute.
Why housing matters Opportunity, education, health, safety and economic mobility start with a home. Learn more in the following articles.
"
The world’s most unaffordable housing is not where you think," published in The Economist.
Seven of the world’s 20 nations most vulnerable to extreme weather impacts are in the Asia-Pacific region. We need to build today's housing with tomorrow in mind. Read
"Housing as climate resilience in Asia-Pacific cities," published by the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific.
Pawsome! You got it right
The answer to a prior question:
a safe, affordable home. Globally, 1 in 3 persons lack adequate housing. Together, let's build a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Room to Rise
 The "Room to Rise" report found that 67% of housing finance clients assessed have gained more privacy, a change women linked directly to dignity and emotional wellbeing, |
When women are engaged as decision makers and have access to inclusive housing finance, entire communities benefit. A new report shows:
- 91% of housing finance clients reported better housing conditions.
- Almost 80% of them experienced enhanced safety through stronger doors, locks, and lighting.
- 31% used improved spaces to start or expand home-based livelihood activities, showing how housing and economic opportunity are deeply connected.
Download the report, "Room to Rise: A gender lens assessment of small-ticket housing finance in India and Nepal." It was published by Habitat for Humanity's Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter in partnership with three financial services providers in India and Nepal.
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