Hello everyone. We as Stomp Out Slumlords organizers have been fighting hand in hand with Oaklawn Terrace Apartments tenant leaders for a year and a half against the appalling living conditions that have persisted for several decades. We have been able to meet some of the most powerful mothers and fighters, because they have been the ones leading this cause demanding to live in dignified homes. When the landlords refused to lift a finger to improve the building, we decided to go on a rent strike, because we understand that the rich only pay attention when their pockets hurt. During the last few months we have spent all day in court, up and down the city looking for lawyers to represent us. The evidence already is on our side, and it lives in the apartments of the people we now consider part of our own families.

Our team is fundraising to help people fight their cases and give them the chance at dignity that they deserve. The working class tenants have been forced to pay a protection order by the court while our fight continues, as if the greedy the owners don’t already have enough money. All proceeds raised will be used on an ongoing basis to fight other cases of eviction and provide support by other meand to keep our neighbors in their homes.

Join us this Saturday, May 10 from 2-5 pm at Malcolm X Park for a fundraiser and social. We will be selling homemade empanadas, elotes, and custom printed tote bags.