Description: Housing and Land Rights Network (HLRN), India, works for the recognition, defence, promotion, and realisation of the human rights to adequate housing and land, which involves securing a safe and secure place for all individuals and communities, especially marginalized communities, to live in peace and dignity. HLRN was established in New Delhi to address the growing need for research, education, and advocacy on housing and land rights in the region.

Mission: To promote the realization of the human rights to adequate housing and land, which involve gaining a safe and secure place for all individuals and communities, especially marginalized communities, to live in peace and dignity.

Outreach: International/National/Regional/Local

Right to the City Components:

  • 1. Non Discrimination
  • 2. Inclusive Citizenship
  • 3. Quality Public Spaces and Services
  • 4. Enhanced Political Participation
  • 5. Fulfilling its social functions
  • 6. Quality Public Spaces and Services
  • 7. Diverse and Inclusive Economies
  • 8. Sustainable Cities with inclusive rural-urban linkages

Working groups:                                

  • Research and Training
  • Regional

Website: hlrn.org.in

Twitter: @HLRN_India