Sindicato de Inquilinas

The Sindicato de Inquilinas (Tenants' Union) is a housing rights organization actively involved in advocating for tenants' rights and protesting against evictions and unfavorable housing policies. They are currently newsworthy due to their involvement in several high-profile cases and protests. Recent events include their support for residents facing eviction due to the expansion of 'coliving' spaces, such as the case of Txema Escorsa in Barcelona, and their condemnation of the detention of Serigne Mbaye, a former deputy, highlighting concerns about racial profiling. Representatives of the Sindicato were recently expelled from a Madrid City Council plenary session for their behavior during a debate on housing. The organization's actions are particularly relevant in the context of rising housing costs, the proliferation of short-term rentals and 'coliving' arrangements, and attempts to circumvent rent control regulations, especially in regions like Catalonia. They represent a significant voice for tenants facing displacement and precarious housing situations.