In the northeastern corner of India lies the enchanting state of Assam, where lush green hills and dense forests paint a mesmerising backdrop. This region is one of India’s poorest. More than half of India’s tea is produced in Assam,…
The IKEA Foundation has announced a generous pledge of EUR 6.7 million to Better Shelter’s emergency fund. This substantial contribution aims to support the distribution of vital shelters to aid relief efforts in neighbouring countries, providing safety for Sudanese refugees…
We are pleased to introduce Better Shelter’s Acting Managing Director, Johan Mast, who joined Better Shelter on March 27, 2023. While Johan Karlsson, Better Shelter’s co-founder and Managing Director, is on paternity leave with his son Olle, Johan Mast will…
Hundreds of families in northwestern Syria are still homeless after the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck southern Turkey and northwestern Syria on February 6. It killed 2,274 people in addition to injuring 12,400 in northwest Syria alone, according to…
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OPEN HOUSE explores new forms of dwellings in times of climate, migration and behavioral changes. It is a multidisciplinary exhibition that presents innovative and original forms of housing through projects from the world of art, architecture and design. The exhibition…
STOCKHOLM 30 May: SYMPOSIUM: Sustainable solutions in crisis and emergency response How can we mitigate catastrophes and contribute to sustainable development through collaborative and innovative efforts, today and in the future? Listen to talks and join the conversation with Johan Karlsson from…
Unlike flimsy tents, Structure — a winner of Fast Company’s 2022 World Changing Ideas Awards — features a recyclable steel frame and can be reinforced with local materials, providing shelter for refugees and disaster survivors. Article
Ruba, 10, lives in a temporary Better Shelter Relief Housing Unit (RHU) in Ariba Camp, Idlib, Northwest Syria. She also goes to school here, and her classroom is housed inside an RHU. The people of Syria have suffered eleven years…