Objectives
The project aims to conduct a participatory analysis of local housing in two pilot districts in southern Benin (Mono and Ouémé departments), in partnership with AICRL and the Benin Red Cross.
The aim is to work with communities, local actors, and institutions to understand forms of housing, social systems related to housing, and local building cultures (materials, techniques, know-how). The aim is to produce reliable and shared data, strengthen local skills, and formulate appropriate recommendations for designing sustainable, accessible, and culturally relevant housing solutions with a view to climate and community resilience.
Results
- Communities and local stakeholders involved throughout the process and ownership of the results.
- Local teams trained in participatory housing analysis and able to continue the process.
- Clear characterization of local building cultures (typologies, materials, know-how, performance).
- Analysis of housing patterns and social dynamics related to housing.
- Mapping of key stakeholders (institutions, crafts, training, businesses).
- Operational recommendations to guide appropriate, sustainable, and feasible housing projects in southern Benin.
Partners
AICRL, Benin Red Cross
Funding
International aid from the Luxembourg Red Cross (AICRL)
