About us
Who we are
People’s Process on Housing and Poverty in Zambia (PPHPZ) is a local non-governmental organization that was founded in 2005 to support Zambia Homeless and Poor People’s Federation (ZHPPF) and other organized grassroots groups working towards building community resilience through community-led approaches. PPHPZ’s mission is to empower low-income communities, particularly the urban and rural poor, to take charge in addressing the challenges of poverty and homelessness. To date, PPHPZ has supported 650 households with low-cost housing, 6500 with basic services such as water and sanitation and 5 districts with green infrastructure. As an affiliate member of Slum Dwellers International (SDI), a global network of community-based federations, PPHPZ works within an international framework that emphasizes grassroots leadership and collective action to fight poverty and homelessness. Our work is guided by a set of core principles that place the poor at the heart of all efforts to bring about sustainable social change.
Our key guiding principles

The poor must be at the center of strategies that address poverty: Sustainable solutions to poverty and homelessness require the active involvement of those most affected by these challenges. PPHPZ works directly with vulnerable communities to develop strategies that respond to their specific needs and aspirations.
What works for the poorest will work for all: We believe that solutions designed to uplift the most marginalized members of society can generate broader societal benefits. By focusing on the needs of the poorest, we create inclusive, scalable approaches that work for everyone.


The resources of the poor are vital to poverty reduction: PPHPZ recognizes that the poor possess valuable resources—skills, knowledge, and social capital—that are crucial to developing successful strategies for poverty alleviation. Mobilizing savings and other local resources is central to our approach, helping communities build resilience and financial independence.
Unity is strength: We believe that partnerships are key to achieving long-term impact. PPHPZ collaborates with government agencies, academic institutions, civil society organizations, and funding partners to strengthen local initiatives and amplify community voices in policy dialogues.

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FAQs
General information
The People’s Process on Housing and Poverty in Zambia supports the urban poor to reduce poverty, homelessness, water and sanitation issues, and climate vulnerability through community-driven initiatives and advocacy.
A: Follow our Facebook page and subscribe to our newsletter for updates, news, and events.
Community projects
We are currently focused on projects aimed at reducing poverty, improving water and sanitation, and addressing climate vulnerability in various urban communities. Check our Facebook page for detailed updates.
Our projects provide affordable housing, improve essential services like water and sanitation, and enhance community resilience to climate change.
Small grants for local climate action
The small grants aim to support small groups implementing local climate action projects in the VCA (Vulnerable Communities Assistance) districts.
Small groups can apply for these grants by submitting a proposal through our application process detailed on our Facebook page and official website.
Community engagement
Community members can participate in our projects by attending meetings, workshops, and volunteering. Information on upcoming events is posted on our Facebook page.
We provide training, resources, and continuous support to ensure the success and sustainability of our projects.
Support and donations
You can support us by making a donation, volunteering, or sharing our work with your network. Details on how to contribute are available on our Facebook page and website.
Yes, we regularly host fundraising events. Please check our Facebook page for announcements and details on upcoming events.
Advocacy and awareness
We advocate for affordable housing, secure land tenure, improved water and sanitation, and climate resilience for the urban poor.
Share our posts, participate in events, and engage with our campaigns on social media to spread the word.
Contact information
Contact us via private message on our Facebook page, by email at info@peoplesprocess.org
Detailed information is available on our Facebook page and official website
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Plot # 106/2 Washama Road, Villa Elizabetha
P.o Box 36202
Lusaka
Zambia - +260966330043
- +260761363634
- pphpz@outlook.com

To improve access to land, decent housing, basic services, livelihoods in urban, peri-urban and rural communities in Zambia through innovative community-led initiatives and community managed revolving funds for sustained development.
Contact us
Plot # 106/2 Washama Road, Villa Elizabetha.
P.o Box 36202
Lusaka,
Zambia
Email: pphpz@outlook.com
- +260966330043
- +260761363634