James Schell is a knowledgeable professional with extensive experience in humanitarian and development fields, currently serving as the Director of Strategy & Special Projects at Habitat for Humanity International since 2020. With a strong focus on resilience and recovery, Schell provides technical guidance across shelter and settlement programs in the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. As an independent consultant since 2014, contributions include various projects for organizations like the German Red Cross and IFRC, emphasizing urban programming and disaster management. Previous roles include Urban Settlements Programs Specialist at IMPACT Initiatives, Program Coordinator at the International Council of Voluntary Agencies, and positions with Habitat for Humanity Australia and Oxfam Australia. Educational qualifications include advanced degrees in Urban and Regional Planning, Humanitarian Assistance, and Humanitarian Leadership.
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Habitat for Humanity International, generally referred to as Habitat for Humanity or simply Habitat, is an international, non-governmental, and nonprofit organization, which was founded in 1976 by Linda and Millard Fuller. Driven by the vision that everyone needs a decent place to live, Habitat for Humanity began in 1976 as a grassroots effort on a community farm in southern Georgia. The Christian housing organization has since grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in local communities across all 50 states in the U.S. and in more than 70 countries. Families and individuals in need of a hand up partner with Habitat for Humanity to build or improve a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable mortgage. Through financial support, volunteering or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves.