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Emergency Housing in Bam, Iran

By Jackie Craven, About.com

In December 2003, an earthquake devastated the city of Bam in Southern Iran. At least 26,500 people were killed (the death toll could approach 50,000) and 80% of the city's buildings were leveled.

Architecture for Humanity launched a direct appeal for architects, designers and engineers, preferably locally based, to lend design services on a pro bono basis. Architecture for Humanity also began directing financial resources to aid in the rebuilding effort in Bam.

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