Mahila Housing Trust

The Mahila Housing Sewa Trust (MHT) envisions providing underprivileged women working in the informal sector with dignified housing, dignified employment, and dignified living. In underdeveloped areas, it enables and organizes women to update and enhance their living conditions. Through its grassroots programs in habitat development, climate change resilience, and participatory governance, MHT encourages women to exercise their rights and improve living conditions for their families and neighbors. MHT, which was established in 1994, now operates in 34 cities throughout 8 states in India and works with partners in Bangladesh and Nepal. It is a well-known advocacy group with experience in community development, policy creation, and technical construction knowledge.