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Tunisia
El Comita was founded in 2018, organizing neighborhoods in Ariana (Mnihla) and Sidi Hassine (Hay Al Fath) around Tunis. The organization gathers now about 150 members and 2100 supporters in 5 neighborhoods (Mnihla-Republic, Intileka, Sidi Hassine-Al Fath ans 20 March, and Zarhouni-Essalama) and is expending in 2 new neighborhoods (Al Jayara and 25 July).
Our presence in these communities has enable community members to identify primary injustices and priority targets.
People decided in the first popular assemblies to fight for better waste management in Mnihla, speed bumps and traffic signs around schools in Al Kram, more cultural and leisure spaces in Sidi Hassine. El Comita organized members to better know their rights and to take non-violent action to defend their collective interests.
Some others campaigns: disinsectisation and mosquito control in Fath, improving and fixing roads and pipes in Zarhouni, controlling roaming dogs in Mnihla, creating a public market in 20 March. Follow us on https://www.facebook.com/ElComitaAQP/
Latest News from ACORN Tunisia
- ACORN convenes first global Zoom call during COVID-19 pandemic
ACORN International board members, supported by their staff, convened in a first global Zoom call today. ACORN leaders from 15 countries and 20 affiliates joined the call and participated using translators and translation software.
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Updates from the Field
- Adani Group and Dharavi: Corporate Expansion, PoliticalConnections, and Community Displacement in MumbaiFor nearly two decades, ACORN International has supported organizations working in Dharavi, acommunity of millions in the heart of Mumbai. The report details the dangers facing residentsin the face of a re-development contract granted to the Adani Group, questions about thegranting of the contract and the history of the Adani Group including the serious concerns… Read more: Adani Group and Dharavi: Corporate Expansion, PoliticalConnections, and Community Displacement in Mumbai
- Living Rent Members in Troglen Secure Victory: Action Against Damp, Mould, and Unsafe Living Conditions Leads to Immediate Results!Living Rent members at Sanctuary Housing in Troglen banded together out of concern for damp and mould in their homes, clogged gutters, and woodlice on the balconies. Residents banded together and took action- submitting a petition with over 70 signatures demanding a meeting with Sanctuary’s Housing Director, and marching on the central office. Within a week,… Read more: Living Rent Members in Troglen Secure Victory: Action Against Damp, Mould, and Unsafe Living Conditions Leads to Immediate Results!
- ACORN Honduras Wraps Up 2024 with Strong Connections: Evaluating Progress and Expanding Support for Children’s Rights into 2025.This December, ACORN Honduras did an end-of-year evaluation of their activities and accomplishments in support of rights for children, and spent time connecting with local community centers to expand and deepen their network. Kicking off 2025 right!
- ACORN Peru Wraps Up 2024 with Solidarity and Support: Soup Kitchens, Art Workshops, and New Partnerships.In December, ACORN Peru focused on solidarity actions and cultural activities to close the year out strong, including a soup kitchen in Calaralas, art workshops for local students, and building a new relationship with a community in San Jose, who are requesting help negotiating with local authorities.
- A Community Voice Celebrates Advocacy & Honors Local Leaders at Annual Awardees Dinner and Christmas Party.A Community Voice hosted their annual Awardees Dinner and Christmas party, where members of the community were honored for the advocacy to advance the causes of the working people of Louisiana. Honorees included Inez Barnes, Diane Adams, Rev. Richard S Bell Sr, and Louisiana State Representative Matthew Willard.
- ACORN Canada Celebrates a Year of Victories – People Power Prevails!ACORN Canada had a year full of successes, and as December came to a close, many took time out to celebrate the ACORN community and all it has done. ACORN Ottawa hosted a “People Power Party” where over 50 members gathered to honor the hard-fought wins and progress made throughout 2024, including stopping multiple renovictions, launching… Read more: ACORN Canada Celebrates a Year of Victories – People Power Prevails!
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