Prerogatives of the Social Housing Council – HCGI/HACIG
1. Promotion of the Right to Shelter
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Advocate for access to safe, affordable, and dignified housing as a fundamental human right.
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Raise awareness on housing rights, targeting vulnerable and marginalized populations (e.g., low-income families, internally displaced persons, orphans, elderly).
2. Research and Needs Assessment
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Conduct housing needs assessments and studies to identify areas most affected by poor living conditions or housing shortages.
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Analyze social and economic vulnerabilities linked to inadequate shelter.
3. Development of Social Housing Projects
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Design and propose innovative low-cost social housing initiatives across urban and rural areas.
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Support housing reconstruction or resettlement for victims of conflict, natural disasters, or eviction.
4. Policy Advocacy and Legal Engagement
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Engage with public authorities and institutions to promote pro-poor housing policies.
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Advocate against forced evictions and support legal reforms for land access and tenure security.
5. Strategic Partnerships and Funding Mobilization
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Seek partnerships with national and international donors, NGOs, real estate developers, and government agencies to finance and implement low-cost social housing programs.
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Promote inclusive public-private partnership models for long-term, scalable housing solutions.
6. Technical Support and Capacity Building
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Provide communities with support in cooperative housing development, construction skills, and administrative follow-up for accessing housing.
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Offer training and awareness programs on sustainable housing practices.
7. Sustainable and Inclusive Urban Development
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Ensure housing projects respect environmental standards and promote green, climate-resilient construction.
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Encourage inclusive design that takes into account gender, disability, and accessibility needs.
8. Communication and Awareness
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Develop campaigns and communication tools to promote social housing rights.
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Work closely with the Communication Council to mobilize public opinion and attract support.
9. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
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Monitor housing initiatives for quality, legal compliance, and human rights impact.
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Document progress and share reports with HCGI/HACIG leadership and relevant partners.
