Open the Door to Wealth
Housing cost is the biggest contributor to the cycle of poverty in Asia.
A home opens the door to economic stability.
Without a home, how do I support my family?
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Many cities in Asia are among the least affordable globally, with median home prices exceeding 20-25 times household income in places like Hong Kong
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In Cambodia, 42.3% lives in slums and an additional 1.1 million houses will be needed by 2030.
Ms Pit's Story
"My family and I faced many challenges with my home. We didn’t have a proper place to eat and sleep."
Ms. Pit, and her husband live with their two young sons in Cambodia, in a small, unsafe wooden shelter measuring 4 meters x 4 meters. The house had minimal protection from rain, wind, and heat and they struggled to sleep daily.
The couple longed for a safer home but lacked the finances as their income relied on unstable and irregular jobs, mainly in construction and seasonal agricultural work. Together, they only earn about USD 150 - 200 per month.
In July 2025, the family received support from the dedicated Global Village volunteers from Singapore, upgrading the house for Ms. Pit and her family.
"Now, I can start growing a small multi-vegetable garden around my home with gourds, long beans, bananas and raise some chickens to provide fresh meals for my family."
With a stable home, Pit and her husband have more time and energy to focus on their work. Together, they now earn between USD 350 - 400 per month and can begin saving for the future.
