Building And Strengthening Tenant ActionBASTA

Building And Strengthening Tenant ActionBASTA is a non-profit organization based in Austin, Texas. With a team of six employees, BASTA focuses on empowering Austin renters to improve their living conditions. BASTA provides support to renters through various initiatives. They help renters form Tenants Associations to address common concerns and advocate for safer, healthier, and more dignified living situations. The organization also conducts outreach to connect with renters, educates them about their rights under Texas landlord-tenant law, and provides training in areas such as outreach, facilitation, negotiation, and campaign planning. What sets BASTA apart is its emphasis on collective action and consensus-based decision making. They believe in empowering tenants to take an active role in shaping their living environments. BASTA's commitment to language justice ensures that all renters, regardless of their language background, can participate fully in their initiatives. For more information about Building And Strengthening Tenant ActionBASTA and their services, visit their website at bastaaustin.org.