International Union of Tenants

The global movement for tenants’ rights

Global federation defending tenants’ rights — advocating affordable, secure rental housing through policy work and member coordination.

What we do

IUT is an independent, non-profit global organization founded in 1926 that fights for everyone’s right to safe, affordable housing.

We unite tenant organizations over 50 countries and conduct advocacy at both EU and international levels. We share knowledge, build capacity, and organize events to strengthen tenants’ rights worldwide.

News

Housing Policy

International Tenants’ Day 2026: In Conversation with Osian Lloyd

For International Tenants’ Day, IUT member TPAS Cymru spoke to Osian Lloyd, a young man in Wales with lived experience

October 5, 2026

Housing Policy

“Housing and tenants’ rights are more importatant than ever”

Andreas Schieder, Coordinator of the Special Committee on the Housing Crisis in the European Union (HOUS) send his greetings to

October 5, 2026

Eviction prompts protests over housing crisis in Spain

Spain’s housing crisis came to the fore with the eviction of Maricarmen Abascal, 87, who was removed from her Madrid

October 4, 2026

International Tenant's Day 2026

“On International Tenants’ Day, we call on governments to put housing justice at the centre of policy and ensure that every generation can enjoy the right to a secure home.”
-Marie Linder, President of the IUT