Tuesday 13th June  6- 7.30pm at Fountain Cafe 111 Grove Street 

Member defence is how we can real win changes in our homes and blocks. Its where members come together to win repairs, stop rent increases, stop evictions and improve our immediate conditions by taking action together. All are welcome, no experience necessary.

At each meeting we cover: national and local updates; training on member defence; and work on our members issues. If you would like something to be added to the agenda contact before hand. 

Recent wins include £900 rent back and boiler repair/ stopped rent increase + boiler repair/ delayed rent increase + mould fixed!

RSVP to come along and if you have your own issue contact us before and let us know and fill out this form here: tinyurl.com/lrmemberdefenceform 

Accessibility: room wheelchair accessible - there is a disabled access toilet but the room is small so access is not easy. Kids welcome to come and also take part, responsibility is the parents. If you have translation needs or other accessibility needs let us know.

Time, dates and regularity
Member Defence meetings in Fountainbridge are open to all members across the city. They are on the 2nd and 4th full week of each month, Tuesday at 6pm - 7.30pm. They are open to people who have issues and those who want to work with fellow members to win real changes to our homes and grow the union. 

There are meetings in Leith on 2nd and 4th full week Wednesday evenings 6.30pm at The Wee Hub, Ocean Terminal if you are based nearer that end of town. see livingrent.org/events 

Living Rent is Scotland's Tenants Union, rooted in the community, working to put power back in the hands of ordinary people. Member defence is run by and for members, if you want to fight for safe, afforable, secure housing for yourself and neighbours, Join here: livingrent.org/join.

If you want to take on your issue you must join as a member, come along to find out what that means!

Join this event for people of colour in Living Rent to share stories and experiences and do a work session together (tbc).

We know that all the problems we face in regards to our housing (high rents, landlords harassment, lack of repairs, mould etc) are exacerbated for women, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, migrants or people of colour.

As a union, we are committed to support our members to address these systemic oppressions as we campaign for better rights  for our members.

Come to this internal event for Living Rent members who are people of colour, which will be a space to meet other members, share experiences and stories and do an activity together.

The event will last 1h30 and it'll be online. It will be supported by Emma Saunders, national organiser. There will be a break and we will have different group activities. If you can't attend but are interested in events for people of colour in Living Rent, please message Emma on Emma [email protected]

These monthly meetings are a great way to meet fellow members and find out how to get involved in your local branch. Come along and bring a friend/neighbour.

Please RSVP so we have an idea of how many members are coming. 

** Snacks provided and children welcome **

Planning Democracy x Living Rent Training in Edinburgh, Tuesday 20th 6-9pm, Quaker Meeting House. 

 

Across Scotland Living Rent members have been running campaigns around planning from Short Term Lets in the Highlands and Edinburgh to fighting the building of student and luxury flats in Glasgow and Edinburgh. The fights have all been focused around 1 things, the needs for good quality, accessible affordable housing and community spaces. Through them we have learnt about democracy, the power developers have and what it takes for people to have a say over our homes, villages, towns and cities. 

During this session we are pairing up with Planning Democracy, to share skills between our organisations and identify areas to work on. There is limited space as this session so if you can RSVP. Agenda tbc. 

Accessibility of venue: The building is fully accessible with a ramp at the front door, a lift to all floors and accessible toilets. Induction loop facilities are available in the main rooms. We are well-equipped with audio-visual equipment and there is free encrypted Wi-Fi. 

Planning Democracy is a community-led organisation campaigning to strengthen the voice and influence of the public in the planning and development of Scotland’s land, aimin to deepen democratic control and promote environmental justice. see more here

This sessions is aimed at new members and those looking to get more involved. This session covers Living Rent's history, vision, structure, current campaigns and activities and how to get involved. Come along to be part of building Scotland's tenant and community union and be part of winning real changes for our lives.

Join the Planning Democracy and Living Rent training (Limited Spaces)

Across Scotland Living Rent members have been running campaigns around planning from Short Term Lets in the Highlands and Edinburgh to fighting the building of student and luxury flats in Glasgow and Edinburgh. The fights have all been focused around the needs for good quality, accessible affordable housing and community spaces. Through them we have learnt about democracy, the power developers have and what it takes for people to have a say over our homes, villages, towns and cities. 

During this session we are pairing up with Planning Democracy, to share skills between our organisations and identify areas to work on. There is limited space as this session so if you can RSVP. Agenda tbc. 

Planning Democracy is a community-led organisation campaigning to strengthen the voice and influence of the public in the planning and development of Scotland’s land, aimin to deepen democratic control and promote environmental justice. see more here

Join fellow Shawlands/Langside members to celebrate the branch’s achievements over the last year, plan future campaigns and elect your branch committee officers!

This year has seen impressive growth and victories, building from strength to strength!

Whether you're a private tenant, social tenant or homeowner, whether you've stayed in Shawlands/Langside for decades or you've just moved here, it's up to all of us to fight for everything our area needs. When we come together to tackle the issues we share, we're so much stronger for it.

So come and celebrate your branch’s achievements and have your say! 

Don't forget to RSVP and save the date!

Join fellow Dennistoun members to celebrate the branch’s achievements over the last year, plan future campaigns and elect your branch committee officers!

This year has seen impressive growth and victories, building from strength to strength! Whether you're a private tenant, social tenant or homeowner, whether you've stayed in Dennistoun for decades or you've just moved here, it's up to all of us to fight for everything our area needs. When we come together to tackle the issues we share, we're so much stronger for it.

To sweeten the deal, there will be a potluck meal at the end! Bring along anything you can. 

Don't forget to RSVP and save the date!