Women build and participate in Habitat for Humanity projects in various ways. Recently there was a “Women Build”. Twelve homes were wired for eventual electrical appliances to be connected in each home in the upcoming weeks. For many of us, this was a learning experience on how to wire a house! Other times I have been at work projects painting interior rooms or stuccoing exterior house walls. It’s is great fun to be actively working. We often learn new skills while benefitting the future homeowner who will be moving into a new home!

“Women Build” is actually a co-ed activity. However, there is with the majority being women on particular dates to encourage women to participate in such projects. I’m not sure why women hesitate to hammer away at other times. When a larger gathering of women is planned though, they show up. We had a very productive day getting the homes wired!

The logo for the shirt was a winning logo from a community member. The poem on the back of the shirt was written by a local Habitat for Humanity employee.

Future home owners were in attendance too as they put their required sweat equity work hours in. It’s very exciting to hear them share what they are learning in their required classes. Plus they talk about the support they are getting from their support team. It’s a long process, but valuable to each future homeowner.

Join a Habitat for Humanity project. No building skills are required. Learn the skill as you ask questions for the particular need that day. That’s how all of us help out! Don’t be shy; don’t hesitate; we all work together for a greater good! Join in!