Shelter
Thousands Lack Safe Shelter
Displaced families across Somalia often live in unsafe, improvised structures that offer no protection from weather or insecurity.
Environmental Strain on Housing
Climate change and deforestation are making traditional shelter materials increasingly scarce and unaffordable.
Arish Homes at Risk
Arish (traditional Somali shelters) are widely used by low-income families, but many are deteriorating due to lack of resources.
Goal 11
Sustainable cities and communities
In Somalia, thousands of families—especially internally displaced persons (IDPs)—live in precarious conditions without stable shelter. Displaced from their homes due to conflict, drought, and climate shocks, many are forced to settle in makeshift dwellings constructed from cardboard, sticks, rugs, or salvaged materials. Even those who remain in their home towns face serious challenges, as traditional Arish shelters—homes made of branches and cow dung—are becoming harder to rebuild due to environmental degradation, urban expansion, and deforestation from charcoal burning.
To respond to this urgent need, Juba Foundation launched a community-led shelter support program. This initiative helps vulnerable families rehabilitate their Arish shelters to withstand climate stress while also training local residents in basic construction and maintenance skills to ensure sustainability and community ownership.
JF Rehabilitation Initiative
Juba Foundation supports the rehabilitation of Arish shelters, improving living conditions for families affected by climate and conflict.
Community Training Provided
Local residents receive training in shelter maintenance, giving them the skills to repair and preserve their homes sustainably.
Climate-Resilient Shelter Focus
The initiative is designed to build climate-resilient shelters that restore dignity and stability to vulnerable communities.
Impact stories
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Reports
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