In 2024, all developing countries and interested vectors seek to combat the most frequent unforeseen phenomena, which can cause some disaster, whether natural or man-made. Climate change is a factor that currently affects these extreme phenomena, which vary even in our country, which seems to have been a victim of phenomena since ancient times.
The strategic response in cases where the homes of the affected area have been destroyed, is to ensure the accommodation of the victims. The shelter that will be provided to those concerned depends on a multitude of factors, such as socio-cultural criteria, availability, access, logistical supplies, duration of accommodation, etc.
The provision of housing is the first step towards recovery so that the exposed citizen can feel safe and the feeling of adequacy and dignity to continue as a member of society. Thus, the shelter must meet certain criteria, which are provided over time and according to each case of need.
That is, the first part of this dissertation, analyses the characteristics that a shelter must have. Ιn the second part, the case studies of shelters that have been used by international organizations and governments around the world are analyzed, so that the process of humanitarian response can be fully understood, as well as the criteria and factors that influence the suitability of a shelter. The purpose is to discover the ideal typology and course of action that must be followed in case of need.
