The Zimbabwe Homeless Peoples' Federation and the Dialogue on Shelter Trust have joined forces to address the need for the organisation to develop a climate change response strategy. Representatives from the 12 regions of Zimbabwe attended the meeting. Young people, men, and women served as representatives.

The largest market in Masvingo, Garikai market, now has a pay toilet thanks to the Alliance of Dialogue on Shelter For the Homeless Trust, Zimbabwe Homeless People's Federation, City of Masvingo, and Slum Dwellers International, City of Bilbao (Spain).