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In the midst of the devastation caused by displacement, heartening stories of resilience and rejuvenation emerge from Nigeria’s Adamawa State. The Labondo Local Integration Pilot Project, led by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in collaboration with the Adamawa State government, shines as a beacon of hope, providing a renewed sense of purpose to many affected by the displacement crisis that has displaced over 3.6 million people in Northeast Nigeria. The Labondo Local Integration project is an innovative, comprehensive approach that transcends the provision of immediate relief. It provides permanent housing, fosters sustainable livelihoods, and includes displaced individuals in government systems and services. At the launch of the project on 27 June 2023, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State expressed satisfaction with the Labondo project’s quality and comprehensive offerings. “Our people deserve the best – IDPs or not,” Governor Fintiri observed. “I urge development partners to remain attuned to the needs of our communities. To the families benefiting, please ensure proper maintenance for lasting sustainability.” The Labondo project is a testament of the power of innovation and collaboration. Funded by the Nigeria Humanitarian Fund, Central Emergency Response Fund, and UNHCR, the project has transformed the lives of many. And despite its transformative impacts, the Labondo project requires continued support and funding from development partners, the private sector as well as government investment to sustain its efforts. The Labondo Local Integration pilot project is more than just a response to a crisis; it is a story of resilience, a tale of transformation, and a call to action. It illustrates that, amidst adversity, with the right support and opportunities, lives can be rebuilt, and a sense of home can be re-established. It is a reminder that even in the direst of circumstances, there is always hope for a fresh start and a brighter tomorrow.

UNHCR calls on the international community to do more to support families displaced by conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) where clashes between armed groups and government forces continue to devastate lives ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please visit our media page: https://media.unhcr.org UNHCR, the United Nations Refugee Agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Learn more on our website: http://UNHCR.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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As security improves in parts of the Central African Republic, refugees like Halimatou Sadia are choosing to return home to rebuild their lives, after living in exile in Cameroon. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Information for media: If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please visit our media page: https://media.unhcr.org UNHCR, the United Nations Refugee Agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more. Learn more on our website: http://UNHCR.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

This conference brings together diverse stakeholders to share experiences and practices related to housing, land, and property issues faced by displaced and at-risk communities to build a community of practice and identify steps forward to increase the understanding of the importance of HLP rights in crisis response.

This conference brings together diverse stakeholders to share experiences and practices related to housing, land, and property issues faced by displaced and at-risk communities to build a community of practice and identify steps forward to increase the understanding of the importance of HLP rights in crisis response.

To raise awareness of the importance of HLP issues across humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding work, InterAction, IOM, Habitat for Humanity, Global Protection Cluster, and Verent Solutions, with support from USAID, held the inaugural U.S. Conference on Housing, Land, and Property in Crisis Contexts with Howard University’s Department of Architecture on June 5 and 6. (0:00 - 9:46) Welcome remarks by Kimberly Jones, Associate Provost and Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Howard University and Julien Schopp, Vice President of Humanitarian Policy and Practice at InterAction. (9:50 - 24:30) Keynote by Lise Grande, President and CEO of U.S. Institute for Peace. (26:00 - End) Opening panel moderated by Professor Dahlia Nduom, Assistant Professor of Architecture at Howard University with panelists Charles Setchell, Senior Shelter, Settlements, and Hazard Migration Advisor, USAID/BHA; Karol Boudreaux, Senior Land and Resource Governance Advisor, USAID; Ibere Lopes, HLP Advisor, IOM; Irantzu Serra Lasa, Senior Director, Disaster Risk Reduction and Response, Habitat for Humanity.

To raise awareness of the importance of HLP issues across humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding work, InterAction, IOM, Habitat for Humanity, Global Protection Cluster, and Verent Solutions, with support from USAID/BHA, held the inaugural U.S. Conference on Housing, Land, and Property in Crisis Contexts with Howard University’s Department of Architecture on June 5 and 6. (0:00 - 7:52) Welcome remarks by Dr. John Anderson, Dean of the College of Engineering and Architecture at Howard University and Vincent Houver, Chief of Mission at IOM. (8:00 - 20:02) Keynote by Sarah Charles, Assistant to the Administrator of USAID/BHA. (21:00 - End) Opening panel moderated by Sarah Fuhrman, Director of Policy at InterAction with panelists Jim Robinson, Co-Coordinator of the HLP Area of Responsibility, Global Protection Cluster; Derrek Niec-Williams, Executive Director of Campus Planning, Architecture, and Development, Howard University; Madiha Waris Qureshi, Director of Strategic Communications, Rights and Resources Initiative.