1.4.2. Stage Two: Completion by Owners

In stage two, this is where the completion by owners so, communities also have provided...

In stage two of the reconstruction project, the local communities became actively involved in completing their homes. They used their resources to acquire doors and windows instead of these being provided entirely by the aid organizations. This emphasized the role of self-reliance and resourcefulness of the communities.

Consider a group of friends who decide to build a treehouse. In the beginning, one friend brings all the materials. Later, each friend contributes with materials like ropes or nails they find. Just like this group, the communities took initiative in sourcing their doors and windows.

Apart from the social promoters, the master builders and the bricklayers have provided training for the communities...

Professional builders and skilled laborers provided training to community members, teaching them essential construction techniques. This was crucial not only for the completion of their homes but also for instilling skills that would benefit them in the future.

Imagine a cooking class where a chef teaches students how to make a meal from scratch. After the class, students can cook the dish anytime they want. Similarly, the training provided by skilled builders empowered community members to apply new skills in construction.

The lintels of the doors and windows and the walls has been finished with all the plastering and the waterproofing part of it...

In this chunk, we notice that the construction process involved significant finishing work. This included plastering the walls, waterproofing, and applying finishing touches to create a comfortable living space. These details are vital for ensuring the durability and safety of the homes.

Think of painting a canvas after finishing an art piece. The paint makes the artwork vibrant and complete. In the same way, the finishing work on the houses ensures they are not just structures but homes ready for families to live in.

But then, if you look at the contributions, the Red Cross have provided the materials which are not available locally...

The Red Cross played a crucial role in supporting the communities by providing materials that were unavailable locally, like gravel and sand necessary for construction. They also organized workshops and technical support to facilitate the process.

Imagine a school that supports a student-run project, providing necessary supplies like paper and colors for art projects while guiding the students on how to use them effectively. The Red Cross, in this case, acted similarly by equipping communities with required resources and expertise.

In family they have provided the materials like the gravel, sand and things like that and also the doors and windows and they also provided the labour which got training later on.

Through the provision of materials and labor training, communities were empowered to take charge of their housing projects. This collective effort fostered leadership, collaboration, and independence, nurturing a sense of ownership over their homes.

Consider a community garden where everyone in the neighborhood contributes – some provide seeds, others help plant or water. As everyone takes part, they not only grow vegetables but also build friendships and learn new skills. The housing project paralleled this community spirit.

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