Our work extends beyond immediate disaster relief. We are dedicated to helping communities rebuild their lives and livelihoods after tragedy strikes. We understand that rebuilding takes more than just shelters; it requires a holistic approach that addresses physical infrastructure, access to energy, and economic empowerment.

Rebuilding Homes and Infrastructure

• Low-Cost Housing: We understand the importance of safe and secure housing after a disaster. Our low-cost housing program provides families with durable, flood-resistant shelters, allowing them to move beyond temporary accommodation and begin the process of rebuilding their lives. We have constructed 122,953 shelters to date, including 34,522 built just in 2022-23.

• Community Physical Infrastructure (CPI) Schemes: Functioning infrastructure is essential for daily life. Our CPI schemes address this need by providing essential services like:

·         Street pavements and link roads for improved accessibility

·         Hand pumps and gravity water supply for clean water access

·         Sewerage treatment for sanitation

·         Energy provision through projects like flood protection walls and culverts

·         School renovation and construction to get children back into education

We have successfully completed 423 CPI schemes, directly impacting countless communities.

Empowering Through Livelihood Programs

• Alternate Energy Schemes: Many areas experience power outages due to an overburdened grid. Our alternate energy schemes provide solutions like solar power and micro-hydroelectric systems, ensuring communities have the energy they need to rebuild and thrive. This model not only benefits communities but protects the environment.

• Women's Economic Empowerment Program: This program focuses on empowering women, the backbone of many communities, through:

  • Vocational training: Providing women with the skills they need to secure jobs

  • Community-based enterprises: Establishing small shops, pushcarts, sewing machines, and other income-generating opportunities

  • Micro-loans and resources: Facilitating financial independence for women

This program empowers women to support themselves and their families, fostering a more secure and prosperous future for all.

Our Impact

Through these programs, HANDS International has made a significant difference:

• 122,953 Low-cost flood-resistant shelters built

• 6,887 Villages and urban settlements rebuilt

• Livelihood programs benefiting over 1.29 million people

Join Us in Building a Brighter Future for viable communities