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CATU Belfast Builds Community Power Through Potluck Events and Member Recruitment
CATU Belfast held multiple community meetings and events to spread awareness about their important work and recruit new members, including a potluck in East Belfast and planning for the upcoming Autumn Get-Together. This is community building creates the people power that leads to sustaining and meaningful change!
ACORN Honduras Improves Schools and Advocates for Children’s Health and Education
ACORN Honduras continued their tireless advocacy for children’s rights, health, and education this month. Members coordinated the donation and set-up of chairs and desks for a school, as well as planning for an upcoming event highlighting children’s health and wellness.
Popular Struggle Coordinating Committee Builds International Solidarity for Palestine
The Popular Struggle Coordinating Committee has continued their essential work documenting and spreading awareness of the atrocities in Palestine, utilizing social media and other online resources to build international andvocacy and solidarity.
A Community Voice and Rep. Candace Newell Fight to Save Lower 9th Ward Homes
A Community Voice continued their vital work protecting homes in the Lower 9th Ward against unjust demolition on a variety of fronts. Most recently, they have been working with Louisiana Representative Candace Newell to block funding for the expansion of the Industrial Canal and keep homes safe.
Living Rent Glasgow Campaigns for 25% Affordable Housing in All New Developments
Living Rent Glasgow is campaigning the Glasgow City Council to implement NPF4, which would see developers having to commit to a minimum of 25% genuinely affordable housing in their new builds. As history tells us, community resistance and direct action are essential for winning our demands.
We want social housing, not luxury flats!
CATU Belfast Gathers Community to Tackle Unfair Landlords and Build Tenant Solidarity
CATU Belfast held various community meetings and events, gathering updated information about unfair landlords and rental practices, and spreading awareness about the value of solidarity. This is the hard work that builds the wins of the future!
ACORN Cardiff Marches on Letting Station to Demand Repairs and Justice for Tenants
Following last month’s successful outreach event, ACORN Cardiff marched on Letting Station offices to demand repairs and compensation for a member living with severe mould and other issues. As we build our community, we build our power!
ACORN Cambridge Tenants Rally for Safe Housing Despite Landlord’s Absence
ACORN Cambridge rallied a group of tenants at Radiance House, citing urgent issues such as mould, excessive heat, and concerns around fire safety. Representatives from housing association Places for People, which lets flats within the building, were invited but did not attend – a spokesperson said they encourage residents to raise issues through the complaints process. With ACORN behind them, these residents continue to fight for safe and fair housing!
Alliance Citoyenne Kicks Off Thermal Renovation Project to Cut Bills and Boost Sustainability
Alliance Citoyenne in the Monod District came together to celebrate the start of a potential thermal renovation project on an old building, which would bring cheaper electric bills and a more eco-friendly building for residents.
ACORN Kenya Hosts Member Meeting Ahead of Stakeholders Forum on Eco-Friendly Neighborhoods
ACORN Kenya held a member meeting on August 15th in preparation for the Stakeholders forum on enhancing environmentally friendly neighborhoods in Korogocho, with over 35 members attending, and five new members added!
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