Women Build
What is Women Build?
Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build program provides opportunities for women to take proactive and tangible steps in helping to create affordable homeownership opportunities for women and their families in Cowlitz County.
One of the many inequities that women face is in housing. Women disproportionately face economic insecurity, which in turn, directly undermines their ability to afford housing. This gender inequity is faced by women on a global, national, and even local level. Affordable housing is a women’s issue at its core.
Women Build FAQs
Women Build is a terrific way to involve your friends and family of all ages in crucial work with a lasting impact. You can also come alone and make new friends; the atmosphere is collaborative and friendly!
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Yes! Men are welcome. While Women Build is focused on the inclusion of women in the work of building homes, the initiative does not exclude volunteers of any gender or gender identity, nor does it allow discrimination of any kind. Local organizations are encouraged to recruit a diverse volunteer workforce for home builds and virtual engagements.
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No experience necessary. Volunteers work under the guidance of construction professionals, alongside other volunteers and future Habitat homeowners. Whether you are learning new skills or simply adding a few to your tool belt, this is a rewarding experience for all involved, and it improves the community that you share.
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Our goal is to empower women to help families build strength, stability and independence. At Habitat, we have the ability to provide opportunities for hands-on learning, and, when offered these tools, women can succeed in changing their communities.