Sponsored by Habitat for Humanity, World Habitat Day calls attention to the lack of adequte housing that affects much of the world. 

As Realtors it is very easy to get caught up in the day to day business of listings, unrealistic buyers, tortured short sales, price points, etc. etc.  And in many ways we live in a small cocoon of indulgence - helping people buy and sell houses.

But there is a larger world out there - one where people live in tents or slums or substandard housing - and will for the rest of their lives. 

I honestly don't know if I will ever really be able to make a difference in the life of someone in Africa or Latin America or Asia but I do know that at least educating myself is the first step.

What can you do for World Habitat Day 2009?

Educate yourself and your friends and family.

• Read Habitat’s World Habitat Day handbook to learn more about the importance of secure tenure and neighborhood revitalization.
• Take a virtual tour of the Capotillo informal settlement in the Dominican Republic.
• Read statistics and research about poverty housing in the U.S. and around the world.
• Link to our World Habitat Day 2009 resources page on your social media pages, personal Web site or blog.

Advocate for decent housing for all.

• Send a message to your members of Congress on World Habitat Day.
• Tell your friends and family to take action too! Use the “Email” button at the top of this page to share this Web page.

Join a World Habitat Day event in your community.
Visit World Habitat Day events.

Donate to support Habitat’s efforts.
Donate online today.

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