NESRI works in partnership with communities to build a broad movement for economic and social rights, such as health care, housing, education and work with dignity. As fundamental human needs create obligations on the part of government and the private sector to fulfill human rights, NESRI advocates for universal and equitable policies in the United States.
A short film documenting the demolition of public housing units in post-Katrina New Orleans in December 2007.
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A look at the current public housing situation in New Orleans, and the local authorities’ disregard for residents’ right to return and human right to housing.
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Public housing residents in New Orleans talk about the Forced Evictions campaign and the recent visit from a UN advisory group mission....