Working Groups

Our working groups are where HNA comes to life. They turn ideas into action, connect tenants, and make sure our voices are heard where it matters most. Each group focuses on a different part of the tenants’ struggle, including policy, campaigns, community organizing or internal governance. Together, we strengthen our collective power, build solidarity, and work to improve housing and living conditions in Amsterdam.

We richten ons op thema’s die er écht toe doen voor huurders in Amsterdam:

Policy Working Group

We turn tenants’ experiences, political thinking, ideas and research into concrete proposals and a citywide vision. By engaging with the municipality, political parties, and housing bodies, we make sure tenants have a permanent seat at the table.

Focus areas include:

  • Affordable and accessible rental homes for everyone
  • Tenants’ influence and equal participation
  • Quality, sustainability, and proper maintenance of homes
  • Gentrification and discrimination
  • Ending homelessness and reducing vacant properties
  • Preventing the privatization of social housing
  • Democratizing housing corporations and decisions on renovation or demolition

Want to shape city policy with us? Reach out to Bart: voorzitter[at]hna[dot]nl

Communications & Campaigns

Through creative campaigns, visible actions, and community engagement, we activate tenants and spread our shared message across the city.

This group focuses on:

  • Engaging members and tenants through inspiring campaigns
  • Highlighting the core values of the tenants’ struggle
  • Increasing visibility for HNA and the tenants’ movement

Ready to make some noise with us? Contact Melissa: communicatie[at]hna[dot]nl

Community Building

Neighborhood organizing is the heart of our movement. We bring tenants together, map local needs, and build neighborhood groups that raise their voices and connect to a citywide network.

This group focuses on:

  • Identifying problems and needs in local communities
  • Building and connecting tenant networks
  • Strengthening neighborhood groups and residents’ committees
  • Organizing solidarity across neighborhoods and districts
  • Running accessible workshops on tenants’ rights and practical knowledge

Already active as a tenant collective or in your own neighborhood? Let us know about your initiative so we can include you in our mapping, stay informed, and collaborate in the future. Email us at info[at]hna[dot]nl

Statutes & Internal Rules

This closed group reviews and simplifies HNA’s statutes and internal rules, making them practical, clear, and aligned with today’s realities. The updated documents are presented to the General Assembly (ALV) for approval.

Join Us

Join the HNA: a movement and a network by and for tenants, standing together for fair and affordable housing in our city. As a member, you’ll receive our newsletter and are welcome to join every General Assembly. Want to get more involved? You can also become a volunteer or join one of our working groups.