Thailand
The Need
Just 5% of urban housing is affordable
Only around 5% of urban housing in Thailand is considered affordable relative to income—highlighting a major barrier to safe, stable housing for low- and middle-income families.
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Market Research Thailand
26% safely managed sanitation
26% of Thailand's population uses safely managed sanitation, with only 24% of wastewater treated safely.
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OECD
10.1% poverty rate
6.3% poverty at national poverty line, with an upper-middle-income threshold rate of 8.5%.
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World Bank
Housing & sanitation still out of reach
Although over 99% of households have access to clean drinking water, just 40.8% of it meets safe standards without further treatment.
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UN SDG's Portal
Our Response
In Thailand, the housing crisis is less about availability and more about affordability. Millions of families live in overcrowded or unstable conditions because safe housing is simply out of reach. Shelter Equity is working with local partners to bridge that gap—building homes that are not only durable but also accessible for the families who need them most.
Alongside shelter, we address other barriers that hold communities back. In areas where water quality and sanitation are unreliable, our projects integrate clean water and sanitation solutions, creating healthier environments for families and children. And through bicycle transportation programs, we help connect people to schools, jobs, and essential resources.
Every project is grounded in sustainability and community ownership. By working hand-in-hand with local leaders and families, we ensure the solutions we build are practical, lasting, and empowering. For us, it’s not just about building homes—it’s about building stability, opportunity, and futures in Thailand.
You can help create lasting change!