We are witnessing the highest level of human suffering since the Second World War. This is why the former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon convened the first-ever World Humanitarian Summit to generate commitments to reduce suffering, deliver better for people…
Between 23-24 May, world leaders will gather for the World Humanitarian Summit – the first-ever meeting of its kind – to discuss solutions for the most acute causes of current human suffering. Better Shelter is one of the innovations which…
Nesta is an innovation charity with a mission to help people and organisations bring great ideas to life. In their new publication, Innovation for International Development, Per Heggenes, CEO of IKEA Foundation and Johan Karlsson, Head of Business Development/ Interim…
“Emergencies give rise to innovative solutions” – Better Shelter featured at ArkDes in Stockholm: Bo. Nu. Då. (Live. Now. Then) explores housing issues and architectural solutions in Sweden over the past 99 years. Visitors will be able to step inside a Better…
Mohammed was born with arm and leg disabilities and doesn’t have a full-time job. He used to work as a day labourer, selling food items. His brother used to help him out a lot back home. His son Qoutaiba is…
Do you have a great idea for a process, product or service that could improve the lives of the millions of urban refugees worldwide? Join the Refugee Challenge today! Are you living in a city where integration and diversification isn’t working properly, and as…
Better Shelter and Botswana Innovation Hub have launched a pilot programme in Kweneng West, Botswana. Several shelters will be evaluated as accommodations for citizens with small means. While property prices are soaring, many people lack access to adequate housing. The beneficiaries of this…
The annual Movies that Matter Festival aims to open our eyes by offering a platform for poignant fiction films and documentaries that stir debates about human rights, sustainability, and the fight against injustice. This year’s edition runs until Saturday, March 26.…
In September 2015 we provided support during UNHCR’s assembly of the first Better Shelter units on Lesvos. Today, more than 180 units are in use in the Kara Tepe site, around 75 in the Moria site and several more units have…