Co-Haty Social Housing for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) during the War

Ukraine (multiple locations)

Overview

Co-Haty was created at the beginning of the war in Ukraine, first for the quick rehabilitation of houses for living for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and then grew to start rehabilitating old offices and other buildings into social housing. They won the World Habitat Awards in 2024

Active Period

2022 - Present

Description

The CO-HATY project is a Ukrainian initiative that emerged in 2022 to address the housing crisis caused by Russia's full-scale invasion. Launched by the urban laboratory METALAB and the Urban Curators agency, CO-HATY focuses on transforming abandoned public buildings into dignified, community-oriented housing for internally displaced persons (IDPs).

The name "CO-HATY" combines the Ukrainian words for "to love" (CO) and "houses" (HATY), reflecting the project's commitment to creating homes with care and respect.

CO-HATY encourages community participation through volunteering, donations, and spreading awareness. Volunteers are trained on-site and provided with necessary tools and safety equipment. The project also accepts donations of building materials, furniture, and household items. CO-HATY exemplifies how grassroots initiatives can provide sustainable, community-centered solutions to housing crises, offering hope and stability to those displaced by conflict.

More infromation: www.cohaty.org