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Architecture For Humanity: Myanmar Rebuilding Appeal

By Adib J on May 12, 2008

Architecture for Humanity is raising funds to support reconstruction efforts after this weekend’s devastating cyclone in Myanmar. Please help communities rebuild!

Often media attention focuses on relief efforts. Months later, after the cameras have left, communities face the difficult task of rebuilding with little support. Architecture for Humanity offers long-term technical expertise when it is needed most during the reconstruction phase.

Work will focus on rebuilding sustainable clinics, schools, community centers and other critical infrastructure as well as housing. Past experience has shown that these buildings serve as critical anchors in helping communities rebuild and families restart their lives.

How your contribution can make a difference:

* $15,000 supports a design team for six months to a year.
* $50,000 builds a transitional school (Just about the most important thing
you can do as it allows parents to rebuild and begin working again)
* $150,000 builds a community complex (health clinic, daycare center, jobs training center, government offices.)

If you are interested in getting involved, email:
volunteers@architectureforhumanity.org

To support sustainable reconstruction, make a donation today by visiting:
http://www.architectureforhumanity.org/donate

Adib is the co-founder of 5ft Creatives and a designer at Farmwork. He likes to walk on the FiveFootWay.

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