The Housing Assembly is a nonprofit organization and a grassroots movement committed to advocating for safe, dignified, and affordable housing for all. We work alongside communities to raise awareness, share knowledge, and mobilize around housing challenges, fostering collective action to improve living conditions and uphold human dignity.
We envision a South Africa where everyone has access to secure and adequate housing, with communities empowered to advocate for their rights and shape their own futures. Through collaboration and solidarity, we strive to build a society where housing is not a privilege but a basic right for all.
The campaign is about challenging the irregularities and inconsistent application of the Allocation Framework Policy. The campaign is divided into two parts: litigation and Community Data Collection.
Key Demand A Standard Waiting Period.
This campaign is about resisting evictions, especially from but not exclusive to, Social Housing and Municipal Rental Units.
Key Demand Housing for Need, Not Profit.
This campaign is about access to electricity, water, and toilets. Especially focusing on informal settlements and Backyarders.
Key Demand We need quality, not basic services
This campaign is focused on creating safe spaces for various sections within communities. We have thus far established the Women's, Youth and Men's Collectives.
Key Demand Establish a Migrant and Queer Collectives, so as to create a safe space for discussion within the organization.