# Roof Over Our Head

> Roof Over Our Head


## Posts

- [The Urgent Need for Sustainable and Affordable Housing - Duplicate - [#3820]](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/08/10/the-urgent-need-for-sustainable-and-affordable-housing-duplicate-3820/): Test Blog: Introduction The global housing crisis is a stark reality, with millions of people living in slums and precarious conditions. This blog delves into the critical importance of sustainable and affordable housing, examining the challenges faced by slum dwellers and the far-reaching consequences of inadequate shelter. Key points: Conclusion: Highlight the urgent need for innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to address the housing crisis and create sustainable communities.
- [The Importance of Sustainable and Affordable Housing for Slum Dwellers - [Cloned #3823]](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/08/10/the-importance-of-sustainable-and-affordable-housing-for-slum-dwellers-cloned-3823/): Introduction Imagine waking up every day in a small, overcrowded room with leaky roofs, no access to clean water, and poor sanitation facilities. For millions of people worldwide, this is their reality. Slums, informal settlements that often lack basic services, are home to nearly one billion people globally. As urbanization accelerates, this number is expected to rise. While the challenges are immense, there is hope in the form of sustainable and affordable housing solutions that can transform the lives of those living in slums. This blog delves into why sustainable and affordable housing is crucial for slum dwellers and how
- [The Importance of Sustainable and Affordable Housing for Slum Dwellers - Duplicate - [#3823]](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/08/10/the-importance-of-sustainable-and-affordable-housing-for-slum-dwellers-duplicate-3823/): Introduction Imagine waking up every day in a small, overcrowded room with leaky roofs, no access to clean water, and poor sanitation facilities. For millions of people worldwide, this is their reality. Slums, informal settlements that often lack basic services, are home to nearly one billion people globally. As urbanization accelerates, this number is expected to rise. While the challenges are immense, there is hope in the form of sustainable and affordable housing solutions that can transform the lives of those living in slums. This blog delves into why sustainable and affordable housing is crucial for slum dwellers and how
- [Challenges in Implementing Sustainable and Affordable Housing - Duplicate - [#3825]](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/08/10/challenges-in-implementing-sustainable-and-affordable-housing-duplicate-3825/): While the benefits of sustainable and affordable housing are clear, there are significant challenges to implementing these solutions on a large scale. Economic Barriers: Building sustainable homes often requires upfront investment, which can be a barrier for low-income families and governments with limited budgets. However, long-term savings in energy costs and reduced environmental impact can offset these initial costs. Social and Cultural Resistance: In some cases, residents of slums may be resistant to moving into new housing developments due to fear of losing their community ties or being relocated far from their sources of income. It’s essential to involve the
- [Challenges in Implementing Sustainable and Affordable Housing](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/08/10/challenges-in-implementing-sustainable-and-affordable-housing/): While the benefits of sustainable and affordable housing are clear, there are significant challenges to implementing these solutions on a large scale. Economic Barriers: Building sustainable homes often requires upfront investment, which can be a barrier for low-income families and governments with limited budgets. However, long-term savings in energy costs and reduced environmental impact can offset these initial costs. Social and Cultural Resistance: In some cases, residents of slums may be resistant to moving into new housing developments due to fear of losing their community ties or being relocated far from their sources of income. It’s essential to involve the
- [The Importance of Sustainable and Affordable Housing for Slum Dwellers](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/08/10/the-importance-of-sustainable-and-affordable-housing-for-slum-dwellers/): Introduction Imagine waking up every day in a small, overcrowded room with leaky roofs, no access to clean water, and poor sanitation facilities. For millions of people worldwide, this is their reality. Slums, informal settlements that often lack basic services, are home to nearly one billion people globally. As urbanization accelerates, this number is expected to rise. While the challenges are immense, there is hope in the form of sustainable and affordable housing solutions that can transform the lives of those living in slums. This blog delves into why sustainable and affordable housing is crucial for slum dwellers and how
- [The Urgent Need for Sustainable and Affordable Housing](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/08/10/the-urgent-need-for-sustainable-and-affordable-housing/): Test Blog: Introduction The global housing crisis is a stark reality, with millions of people living in slums and precarious conditions. This blog delves into the critical importance of sustainable and affordable housing, examining the challenges faced by slum dwellers and the far-reaching consequences of inadequate shelter. Key points: Conclusion: Highlight the urgent need for innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to address the housing crisis and create sustainable communities.
- [Participation Agreement, Terms and Conditions](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/06/22/terms-and-conditions/): Declaration by the Participants (Individual/Group) Participants hereby warrant that all information provided in connection with the ROOH Challenge is accurate and complete. Furthermore, they acknowledge that any personal information disclosed shall be utilized at the discretion of the organizer (SPARC). Participants, whether individuals or groups, must properly cite any best practices or adapted work from other sources that they incorporate into their submissions.  By participating in the ROOH Challenge, if your cited work is modified or built upon, whether in whole or in part, acknowledgment will be given to you as the individual or group responsible for the original contribution.
- [FAQs](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/06/22/faqs/): Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 1. What is a Unique ID and how will I receive their Unique ID and how should I use it during submission? After registration, each participant will receive a unique alphanumeric ID (e.g., ROOH_24_1) sent to their registered email. This Unique ID ensures confidentiality during the submission process, as participants’ names will not be used. The Unique ID must be included in the filename of all submissions, as well as within the report and presentation deliverables. For group submissions, include the group name alongside the Unique ID. For more details refer Submission Guidelines. This identifier is
- [Here's what you need to include in your proposal](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/06/22/heres-what-you-need-to-include-in-your-proposal/): Participants submitting proposed solutions for one dwelling unit shall include: Pros and Cons: Evaluate the pros and cons of the proposed solutions. Post-Application Impact: Describe the solutions’ impact on the dwelling concerning Thermal comfort, Versatility, and Customizability. Material Specifications: Provide detailed specifications including size (sq.mts), thickness, shelf life, maintenance frequency, thermal conductivity, weight, and other technical information of the proposed materials. Structural Requirements: Outline the required structural components, joinery techniques, and how different materials will be bound together. Cost Analysis: Include the existing cost of proposed materials. Environmental Considerations: Discuss environmental impacts and sustainability aspects of the proposed solutions. Participants
- [Submission Checklist](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/06/21/submission-checklist/): Participant are required to submit the final deliverable via submission link that will be available on the website and semi-finalists will be asked to share their editable files by the organiser over the email, through the link provided by the organiser. The Language of Submission is English. No extensions for the submission deadline shall be granted under any circumstances. Research-Backed Report (A4 portrait – one single .pdf format): It includes researched findings with citations supporting proposed materials and techniques. Comprehensive Concept Note: A 1000-word concept note explaining the design solution’s thought process.                 File Size Limit: Total size of the
- [Submission Guidelines](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/06/21/submissionguidelines/): Submission Guidelines Participants shall have a period of 65 days from the date on which the challenge is announced and challenge components are available on the website to submit their entries. No extensions shall be granted under any circumstances.      Participant are required to submit the final deliverable and finalists will be asked to share their editable files by the organiser over the email, through the link provided by the organiser (Link and Folder structure to be shared) For submission, if the entry is for an individual, only the UID should be provided. If the entry is for a group,
- [Design Guidelines](https://campaignforrooh.org/2024/06/21/design-guidelines/): For each dwelling unit, the following components should be addressed: Roof: Select materials that enhance thermal insulation and can withstand high wind loads. Structure: Implement reinforcement techniques to improve overall structural resilience. Walls: Introduce materials that prevent seepage and enhance heat insulation. Floor/Plinth: Provide solutions to enhance flood resilience and moisture protection. Details: Integrate materials that align with local building traditions and aesthetics, incorporating thoughtful elements for optimal light and ventilation. Proposals shall include: Improved Techniques: Enhancing the use of existing local materials to make them more sustainable, resilient, and effective against climate challenges. Alternative Materials: Introducing new, locally available,
- [Arup's Mumbai Visit for Roof Over Our Heads (ROOH)](https://campaignforrooh.org/2023/11/28/arups-mumbai-visit-for-roof-over-our-heads-rooh/): Through the Lens of ROOH: ARUP Team’s Visit to Mumbai’s Kaula Bandar Informal Settlement The meeting was held at the Dharavi site office, where Jockin Arputham used to operate from, and which was inaugurated by Prince Charles himself. It was a fitting location for a meeting of such significance. The team members of Roof Over Our Heads (ROOH) campaign, from Society for the Promotion of Area Resource Centres (SPARC), National Slum Dwellers Federation (NSDF) & Mahila Milan women, gathered together to meet Nigel Tonks, Sowmya Parthasarathy, and Shrirang Agrawal from ARUP. As everyone settled down, the meeting started with introductions,

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- [ROOH Progress - Publication - 2025](https://campaignforrooh.org/rooh-progress-publication-2025/): ROOH Progress – Publication Download Register Name Email Organisation Name Download Close Disclaimer × The contents of the digital version of the publication can be used for research, advocacy, and educational purposes only, provided any images, drawings, graphics or texts are not altered and the source is acknowledged as SPARC. This publication may not be reproduced for other purposes without the prior written permission of SPARC. Requests for permission should be sent to campaignforrooh@gmail.com. Close
- [Winner 3](https://campaignforrooh.org/winner-3/): Winner 3 Location Climate Members Gangtok, Sikkim Cold Andrea Samuel Batul Sethwala Dainty Doe Trisha Karthik Vasudha Gupta
- [Winner 2](https://campaignforrooh.org/winner-2/): Winner 2 Location Climate Members Gangtok, Sikkim Cold Devam Shah Khushi Jain Maaz Multani Manav Sailor Mayank Khatri Meeti Goti Mohamed Khatri Pincy Patel
- [Winner 1](https://campaignforrooh.org/winner-1/): Winner 1 Location Climate Members Bhubaneshwar, Odisha Warm & Humid Arha Pandya Leonie Singer Meenakshi A. Nidhi Chavda Ria Patel Build to Last
- [Explore Our Publications](https://campaignforrooh.org/explore-our-publications/): Explore Our Publications ROOH Books Volume I Volume II Blogs Impact Makers: Sheela Patel TECHO se suma a la campaña ROOH en la construcción de viviendas resilientes Global campaign for a ‘Roof Over Our Heads’ Thriving with our communities and making sustainable building accessible to all Community-led solutions for informal housing in Rasulabad Roof Over Our Heads: A year of groundbreaking progress Roof Over Our Heads: Delivering resilient, affordable, low carbon homes for 2bn people by 2050 Arup to enable climate resilience in informal settlements as part of Roof Over Our Heads campaign 17 roof over our heads: examining adaptation
- [ROOH Events and News feed](https://campaignforrooh.org/rooh-events-and-news-feed/): ROOH Events and News feed COPs Excerpts from Launch of ROOH Campaign at COP27 14th Nov 2022 COP28 Excerpts from Launch of ROOH Book COP 29, Baku Empowering People Living in Informality Podcasts with Sheela Patel WUF 12 – A Roof Over Our Heads collaborative in response to resilience. https://www.innovate4cities.org/livesteam2024/ 2024 Tools for research and innovation Acknowledging the challenges of extreme heat in Informal settlements. Gobeshona Collaborations The World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) is a global network fostering sustainable buildings for everyone. Through initiatives like net-zero buildings and circular economy principles, it connects industry leaders to create environmentally responsible, energy-efficient,
- [Regional Presence](https://campaignforrooh.org/regional-presence/): Regional Presence Total No. of Countries – 9 Total No. of Cities – 36 Total No. of Informal Settlements engaged  – 46 Total No. of Households Intervened –  91 Roundtables Construction Roundtable 30th April 2025 Click to Download Report https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzIy7iQbUWw Latin America and Caribbean 2nd November 2022 Click to Download Report https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzIy7iQbUWw Middle East and North Africa 2nd November 2022 Click to Download Report https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tc2pxY9CYRE Roundtable on Retrofitting 29th September 2022 America 20th September 2022 Click to Download Report https://youtu.be/uivh51eeLVU Europe 24th August 2022 Click to Download Report What are ROOH labs? Ahmednagar × Close Ahmednagar Surat × Close Surat
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- [ROOH Challenge - Copy](https://campaignforrooh.org/rooh-challenge-copy/): Roof Over Our HeadS ROOH CHALLENGE A Crucible for Change Roof Over Our Heads ROOH CHALLENGE A Crucible for Change Roof Over Our HeadS ROOH CHALLENGE A Crucible for Change Are you passionate about urban resilience and ready to showcase your creativity to shape the future of informal communities? Welcome to the Roof Over Our Heads (ROOH) Challenge! The Challenge invites undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students pursuing studies in design, architecture, planning, engineering, social sciences, and humanities to register and participate in this challenge. Roof Over Our heads is a global campaign that seeks to create resilient homes by empowering
- [ROOH Challenge](https://campaignforrooh.org/rooh-challenge/): Roof Over Our HeadS ROOH CHALLENGE A Crucible for Change Roof Over Our Heads ROOH CHALLENGE A Crucible for Change Roof Over Our HeadS ROOH CHALLENGE A Crucible for Change Are you passionate about urban resilience and ready to showcase your creativity to shape the future of informal communities? Welcome to the Roof Over Our Heads (ROOH) Challenge! The Challenge invites undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students pursuing studies in design, architecture, planning, engineering, social sciences, and humanities to register and participate in this challenge. Roof Over Our heads is a global campaign that seeks to create resilient homes by empowering
- [Challenge](https://campaignforrooh.org/challenge/): Roof Over Our Heads (ROOH) Challenge A Crucible forChange Are you passionate about urban resilience and ready to showcase your creativity to shape the future of informal communities? Welcome to the Roof Over Our Heads (ROOH) Challenge! The Challenge invites undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students pursuing studies in design, architecture, planning, engineering, social sciences, and humanities to participate to register to participate in this challenge. To explore the role that you can play in developing new innovative solutions to make informal homes, weather, resilient Roof overhead is a global campaign that seeks to produce resilient homes by building capacities of
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- [Library](https://campaignforrooh.org/library/): Library Blogs Publications Programme and Project Reports The Urgent Need for Sustainable and Affordable Housing – Duplicate – [#3820] Bhubaneshwar​ The Urgent Need for Sustainable and Affordable Housing – Duplicate – [#3820] rooh • August 10, 2024 • No Comments Test Blog: Introduction The global housing crisis is a stark reality, with millions of people living in slums and precarious conditions. This … 1 2 3 Next » Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper
- [Home](https://campaignforrooh.org/): A Campaign to support Women in informal neighborhoods to explore Resilience. ROOH – Roof Over Our Heads is a campaign that envisions delivering resilient, low carbon and affordable homes and improving public infrastructure to urban residents, particularly those living and working in informality. ROOH’s vision links itself to the UN High Level Champions Race to Resilience and Race to Zero Campaigns, and expects itself to deliver the Race to Resilience goal of building resilience of 4 billion people across the globe, that remain most vulnerable to the disastrous effects of climate change Explore More Roof Over Our Heads ROOH CHALLENGE
- [Events](https://campaignforrooh.org/events/): Events Events Nigel Tonk from Arup visits Mumbai Lab, India 30th March 2023 Click to Download Report https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSzXsocBlUo Surat Lab, India Roundtables Europe 24th August 2022 Click to Download Reporthttps://youtu.be/2DjjydQuNUc America 20th September 2022 Click to Download Reporthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzIy7iQbUWw Middle East and North Africa 2nd November 2022 Click to Download Reporthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzIy7iQbUWw Latin America and Caribbean 2nd November 2022 Click to Download Reporthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tc2pxY9CYRE Roundtable on Retrofitting 29th September 2022 Seminar & Workshops Round Table 1 24th August 2022 Click to Download Reporthttps://youtu.be/2DjjydQuNUc Round Table 2 20th September 2022 Click to Download Report https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzIy7iQbUWw MENA Round Table 2nd November 2022 Click to Download
- [About Us](https://campaignforrooh.org/about-us/): Who We Are About Us The Roof Over Our Heads (ROOH) is one of the Five wants that the women leaders from federations across SDI countries in Asia and Africa identified during fortnightly conversations. These conversations started on the virtual platforms during COVID and the resulting lockdowns across the globe. Casual conversations among women to check on each other’s health, provide solidarity and emotional support as a network slowly began producing reflections, that resulted in their identifying five priority areas which they called “What Women Want” They decided that they will eventually develop a campaign for each of these areas.
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