Women in Resistance: Solidarity and Care in the Defence of Territory and Human Rights in Peru
In Peru, feminist movements have played a key role in the defence of human rights and territory, facing constant threats. From the fight against gender violence to the precariousness of [...]
Evicted and Forgotten: The Gendered Consequences of Nairobi’s Riparian Evictions
By Sally Miruri and Irene Kinoti, from Pamoja Trust Government-Ordered Evictions and the Crisis in Informal Settlements On May 2, 2024, the Ministry of Interior, Kenya issued a mandatory evacuation [...]
Argentina: Insights, Resistance, and Human Rights Violations Amid Milei’s Regressive Political Crisis
>> The Case of Argentina >> Targeting Feminism >> Feminist Achievements >> Impact on Housing >> Testimonies This March HIC amplifies the voices from Members worldwide, sharing insights, experiences, [...]
HIC Presidency’s Message for International Women’s Day: Centering Care and Feminism in the Struggle for human rights related to habitat
International Women’s Day & Women’s Month: Centering Care and Feminism This International Women’s Day & Women’s Month, we reaffirm that in the face of rising authoritarianism, conflict, and regressive policies [...]
HIC Standing in Solidarity with the People of the Democratic Republic of Congo
Image Munigi,Nord Kivu,RDC © “Creative Commons” by MONUSCO Photos via Flickr license BY CC 2.0. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing one of the most severe humanitarian crises [...]
Angolan Government Honors Allan Cain and Development Workshop with Prestigious Gold Medal
On February 24, 2025, the Angolan government awarded Allan Cain and the Development Workshop Angola (DW) the prestigious gold medal of honor. This recognition highlights Allan Cain’s decades of dedicated [...]
Gaza is Not for Sale: Palestinian Movements Responds to Displacement Plans
According to the Palestinian Youth Movement, the Palestinian people have made it clear that they will not abandon their land, nor will any financial or material incentives persuade them to [...]
Call for Nominations: HIC-MENA Representative Election (2025-2029)
[ Click here to read the Arabic version ] The Electoral Committee (EC) is pleased to announce the launch of the election process for the next HIC-MENA Representative on the [...]
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Yves Cabannes
Emeritus Professor of Development Planning at University College London It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Yves Cabannes, a visionary urban planner, passionate activist, and cherished [...]
We celebrate our winning Members of the World Habitat Awards 2025!
From HIC, we extend our warmest congratulations to The Community Land Trust, Hastings Commons, the Movement of Occupants and Tenants (MOI) in Argentina and FUNDASAL in El Salvador, for being [...]
Welcome to our new Wisdom Keepers: Ana Falú and Adriana Allen
We are delighted to welcome our newest Wisdom Keepers, Ana Falú and Adriana Allen, as proposed by the HIC Board and confirmed at the HIC 2024 General Assembly. HIC Wisdom [...]
HIC end of year 2024 message
Dear HIC Members, Friends and Allies, As we wrap up 2024, the HIC-GS sends our best wishes for a restful and joyful end to the year. It is a pleasure [...]