Habitat for Humanity Global Village
Weeklong international home-building service trips across dozens of countries, organized for school groups with a teacher leader, giving teens hands-on experience supporting affordable-housing construction abroad.
Global Village open builds are back!
Individual volunteers can once again sign up for scheduled builds around the world.
Join solo or with friends to easily connect with others, share an unforgettable experience and partner with the local community to support housing efforts.
How to Apply
- Review Global Village FAQs
- Browse open volunteer opportunities
- Contact team leader to confirm build is right for you
- Register for build with link provided by team leader
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