Shelter and Settlements
The loss of a home and community is among the most devastating consequences of displacement.
Our Expertise in Shelter and Settlements
IRB is committed to ensuring safe, dignified, and durable housing solutions for displaced populations. Our approach goes beyond emergency response by integrating shelter assistance with broader community development and protection initiatives. We work closely with affected communities to design and implement solutions that reflect their unique needs, promote self-reliance, and foster long-term stability.
Shelter is not just a structure—it is a process. From providing immediate emergency shelters to supporting durable housing solutions, IRB adopts a people-centered and participatory approach that prioritizes safety, inclusion, and environmental sustainability.
Key Focus Areas of Our Shelter and Settlements Work
Emergency Shelter Assistance
Providing temporary, safe, and dignified shelter solutions during the acute phase of displacement.
Supporting rapid reconstruction efforts following natural disasters and conflicts.
Transitional and Durable Housing Solutions
Implementing medium- to long-term shelter strategies that support displaced populations as they work toward permanent resettlement or return.
Strengthening community resilience through locally adapted, sustainable construction techniques.
Community Infrastructure and Settlement Planning
Developing settlement-based approaches that integrate essential services such as water, sanitation, and access to energy.
Supporting urban displacement responses by enhancing housing security and local integration.
Environmental Sustainability and Clean Energy
Promoting eco-friendly construction materials and energy-efficient shelter designs.
Addressing the environmental impact of displacement through responsible resource management and reforestation initiatives.
Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience
Strengthening communities against climate-related displacement by implementing mitigation strategies and resilient infrastructure.
Providing technical support to ensure shelter solutions are adaptable to changing environmental conditions.
Our Commitment to Lasting Impact
By 2025, IRB aims to enhance its shelter and settlement interventions through a holistic, participatory approach that prioritizes long-term sustainability. Shelter is not just about providing housing—it is about rebuilding lives, restoring dignity, and fostering resilient communities. Through strategic planning, environmental stewardship, and integrated service delivery, IRB is committed to shaping a future where every displaced person has a safe place to call home.
- Open Hours: Mon - Fri: 8.00 am. - 6.00 pm.
- 39a Dufferin Avenue, Bangor, Northern Ireland, BT20 3AB
- info@irelandrefugeeboard.co.uk