On March. 4th, the 7th Habi-bito (Travelors with a Purpose) gathering was held.
The theme was on the Global Village in the urban area. There was an introduction from Ayumi Ota who had participated in the GV in Bangkok, Thailand about the works in Bangkok, and the important points on working in urban areas. In this Habi-bito, there were people who were participating in the GV for the first time, so there was an explanation on the GV and the importance of R&R (Rest & Relaxation).
The poverty issue and poor living environment is not only a serious problem in Bangkok, but also in other cities. Not only in developing countries, but also in the United States or England or Japan, it is an issue. We have explained with pictures of various countries so that everyone can understand about the reason why cities fall into poor housing environment and the mechanism of cities' particular poverty issues.
Not only with the Habitat GV, but there many opportunities to go to big cities for tour personally. GV is a "Travel with a Purpose". Therefore, you can see something different from tours when you go to the cities through GV.
The Merits of Urban GV Projects
You can get involved with resolution of the housing shortage issue which is a serious problem in the city area.
You get to understand the particular poverty issues in the urban area.
You can save time and money since it is located in the city area.
It is easier to participate and leave any time you would like to in your limited schedule.
The infrastructures are maintained, so it is easier for people who are concerned about their health problem to participate.
Upcoming Habi-bito (Travelors with a Purpose) Gathering
Please invite your friends with you!
April. 1st, Tuesday from 19:00
At Habitat for Humanity Office (Higashi-Nakano, Tokyo)
** Attention: Not at Pink Cow!
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