According to Habitat for Humanity International, more than 350 homes within the United States have already been built by women crews.  Women Build projects provide an environment in which women can feel comfortable learning skills they might not otherwise have the opportunity to learn.  Women Build is not about excluding men; it is about including women.  The Women Build program encourages women to build Habitat for Humanity homes, enabling them to positively impact the lives of children while making homeownership a present reality for families.

Women make up 50% of Habitat's volunteer force; yet often because of lack of training, they account for less than 15% of work on the construction site.  Nationally, 47.5% of Habitat's homes are built with women heads of household.  These women are often dependent upon the goodwill of neighbors, friends and relatives for even minor repairs.  By receiving training as part of the build, these women are better equipped to maintain their homes and, consequently, are more confident in their ability to cope with day-to-day situations.