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Tag: Updates from the Field
Dundee in Scotland: A full pause on rent payments & £1,000 in compensation
Congratulations to our affiliate, Living Rent Dundee in Scotland, for their victory securing both compensation and critical repairs for union member Charlie.
Charlie endured unacceptable living conditions in their Dundee tenement flat, suffering from severe roof damage that caused water to leak into walls and ceilings. This led to serious mold and dampness issues throughout the home. The situation was made worse by an outdated heating system and a non-functioning window. Despite reporting these issues, the agency failed to complete any repairs for over a year.
After joining Living Rent Dundee, Charlie worked alongside union representatives to negotiate with both the current letting agents, DJ Alexander, and the landlord. We’re thrilled for their success in securing:
A full pause on rent payments until all necessary repairs are completed and the property meets proper standards
£1,000 in compensation for the distress and uninhabitable conditions
This victory demonstrates the power of community organizing and tenant solidarity.
ACORN Bradford – 1 – 0 Bailiffs!
In a huge victory for member Stuart, ACORN Bradford has successfully fought back against harassment from bailiffs. Stuart had been relentlessly chased over debts, facing threats of forced entry and a council that refused to establish a payment plan. But thanks to the determination and solidarity of Bradford members, the bailiffs have been called off, enforcement paused, and a fair payment plan secured.
A special shout-out goes to Gemma, who turned out to support Stuart—just weeks after fellow members successfully resisted her own eviction. Solidarity in action!
Bradford Council staff hung up on Stuart when he tried to offer a reasonable £100 monthly payment—on top of already sky-high council tax bills. Now, with the union’s help, Stuart is back in control of his finances, able to open his curtains and sleep peacefully at night.
As for Bristow & Sutor, shame on them. One of their staff members refused to refer Stuart to the welfare team unless he made an immediate payment—even after he shared concerns about his physical and mental health. When asked, “Do you need a payment before passing to the welfare team, so someone doesn’t go out and hang themselves?”—they said yes. Utterly disgraceful.
Stuart put it best:
“I had ACORN members round to mine today because bailiffs were harassing me – scum bags! A few phone calls from ACORN and great support from the members and we turned out winners over the money-grabbing scum bailiffs – all thanks to ACORN.”
ACORN Bradford stands ready to take on any bailiff, anytime, anywhere—and they win.
Adani Group and Dharavi: Corporate Expansion, PoliticalConnections, and Community Displacement in Mumbai
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For nearly two decades, ACORN International has supported organizations working in Dharavi, a
community of millions in the heart of Mumbai. The report details the dangers facing residents
in the face of a re-development contract granted to the Adani Group, questions about the
granting of the contract and the history of the Adani Group including the serious concerns about
corporate governance and criminal indictments.
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, results were secured, just in time for Christmas!
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 the Eco-Tenant platform, and forming new tenant unions—so much to celebrate!
ACORN Brighton Reflects on 2024 Wins & Gears Up for 2025 Campaign on Affordable Bus Fares.
ACORN Brighton held their final meeting of the year, and used the time to reflect on the accomplishments of 2024, as well as gear up for their first big campaign of 2025- advocating for affordable bus fares.
ACORN Ontario Organizes for Rent Control While Ottawa Tenants Demand Anti-Renoviction Bylaw
ACORN Canada had a busy month, with over 100 ACORN Ontario members organizing critical next steps for full rent control in the face of imminent early elections. Ottawa ACORN amassed over 70 ACORN members and tenants from across the city in front of city hall to show city council how important and urgent an anti-renoviction bylaw is to the tenants in this city! When we fight together, we win!
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