MAAWEEL Relief & Development Organization (MARADO) is dedicated to providing emergency shelter and housing solutions to communities affected by conflict, natural disasters, and displacement in Somalia. The organization’s shelter initiatives aim to offer both immediate relief and long-term solutions to ensure that vulnerable populations have access to safe, dignified, and secure living conditions. Key activities in the shelter sector include:

1. Provision of Emergency Shelter
   In response to displacement caused by conflict or disasters, MARADO provides emergency shelters to affected families. This includes distributing tents, tarpaulins, and other materials to construct temporary shelters that offer protection from harsh weather conditions and ensure basic privacy.

2. Shelter Rehabilitation
   MARADO works to rehabilitate and repair damaged homes and shelters in conflict-affected or disaster-stricken areas. The organization provides construction materials and skilled labor to rebuild homes, focusing on restoring safety and security to displaced families and communities.

3. Transitional Housing Solutions
   For those displaced by long-term crises, MARADO provides transitional housing solutions. These structures are more durable than emergency shelters and are designed to offer a safer, more comfortable living space while families transition to more permanent housing solutions.

4. Provision of Shelter Kits
   MARADO distributes shelter kits that include essential items like ropes, nails, hammers, and plastic sheets, enabling displaced families to construct or repair their own shelters with the support of community-led efforts.

5. Support for Host Communities
   In addition to assisting displaced populations, MARADO works with host communities by improving shelter conditions in overcrowded areas. This involves upgrading existing shelters and improving infrastructure to ensure that both displaced persons and host families have adequate living conditions.

6. Technical Assistance and Training
   MARADO provides technical assistance and training to community members and local builders on how to construct safe and durable shelters using locally available materials. This helps communities increase their resilience and reduces dependence on external aid.

7. Monitoring and Evaluation of Shelter Needs
   MARADO regularly assesses the shelter needs in areas of intervention, including conducting surveys to determine the number of people in need, the quality of existing shelter, and potential improvements. This ensures that shelter interventions are timely, targeted, and effective.