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Jan 222 min read
Empowering Communities Through Slum Development
This three-year initiative transformed lives by addressing housing, sanitation, and economic empowerment.


Dec 2, 20243 min read
‘Tis the Season to Get Involved
For those who are looking for some fun ways to get into the Christmas spirit, we’ve put together a few ideas for how you could get involved.


Nov 28, 20242 min read
Habitat for Humanity open their first ReStore in GB
On Tuesday, November 26th, Habitat for Humanity celebrated the official opening of its first ReStore in Great Britain


Nov 25, 20242 min read
From Shack to Safety: Yiftu’s Story of Hope and Renewal
Ms. Yiftu Gizaw used to live in an old shack in Akaki Sub City, Addis Ababa.


Mar 31, 20242 min read
DreamSave – Improving Financial Security for Women in Makululu
We partnered with Habitat Zambia to support over 2,000 female members of Savings Groups from low-income households.

Mar 31, 20242 min read
Undershaw and PEAS Students Collaborate on Global Plastic Pollution Project
Students from Undershaw and PEAS link to work on a joint project.

Mar 8, 20242 min read
International Women's Day 2024
8th March 2024 marks International Women’s Day, celebrating under the theme Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.


Oct 30, 20233 min read
Disability Initiative – Caring for Carers
Over the last few years DI has witnessed first-hand the informal carers’ needs and well-being increasingly neglected.


Apr 13, 20233 min read
Immersive Therapy: The Magic of VR Therapies
Have you ever dreamt about swimming with dolphins, walking with elephants or even strolling on the moon? VR (Virtual Reality) is an...


Feb 27, 20232 min read
Time to Talk Day ‚ Starting the Conversation
After a few years of disruption, uncertainty, and increased isolation it is no surprise that individuals are feeling the effects of this....


Jul 31, 20223 min read
Sundial Festival - Back for 2022!
It’s been 3 years since we were last able to hold Sundial Festival but on Saturday 2nd July, we were delighted to finally welcome...


Apr 27, 20222 min read
Learning About Entrepreneurship at the Kailash Home
Earlier in April, COINS Consultant Prasanna returned to the Kailash Home in Kathmandu to visit the students and take them a special...


Oct 13, 20213 min read
Sailing to the top of the Podium
At the beginning of October, Australian sailor Chris Symonds and his sailing partner, coach and support person Ela Klinger took to the...


Aug 1, 20215 min read
Working Through the Pandemic: Continuing Habitat’s Mission to Provide for Vulnerable Communities
At a time when many were slowing down, our partner Habitat for Humanity GB were as busy as ever. Hira explains how Habitat adapted to...


May 13, 20212 min read
Challengers: Kelly's Cycle 2021
On Sunday 9th May a team from COINS packed up their bikes and gathered in Surrey to participate in the 2021 Kelly’s Cycle event....


May 5, 20212 min read
Working to deliver Habitat Covid-19 Care Centres
COINS Foundation’s long-term partners Habitat for Humanity GB have launched an appeal as the Covid-19 pandemic has plunged India’s...


Apr 28, 20214 min read
We Might Be Facing the Same Storm, but We’re Not All in the Same Boat
Over the last year we’ve faced an incredible challenge that took the world by storm. The message to stay at home was something we heard...


Apr 26, 20211 min read
Woinshet speaks about the change
“The old house and the new house are incomparable. All the old windows and doors are changed, the floor has a concrete foundation,’’...


Apr 19, 20211 min read
Now, I lead a better life!
Kasech Shimelis lives in Gullelle, Sub City of Addis Ababa, with her daughter. She has two daughters but one of her daughters lives with ...


Dec 21, 20203 min read
COINS' Shirley Gurung visits Kailash Home
On 10th December, COINS Mobile Support Analyst, Shirley Gurung, visited the Kailash Home in Kathmandu where their recently refurbished...
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