Seattle Anti-Gentrification Guides
Learn more about gentrification, displacement, & methods of resistance
Created by University of Washington Students
Effects of Gentrification and Displacement
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Gentrification 101
Explores gentrification theories, coping strategies, and city impacts. A primer for those new to the concept, highlighting its significance and ways to address it.
Created by Ellie, Jess, and Hanna
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Displacement
Explains the correlation between gentrification and displacement. This guide highlights the systemic issues with the capitalist housing market that perpetuate land theft and removal.
Created by Lesley Kamoto
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Understanding Gentrification and Displacement
Emphasizes the central causes of gentrification and displacement, the communities most affected by these processes, and practiced methods of resistance.
Created by: Amilian and Sumaya
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Understanding & Organizing Against Gentrification in Seattle's Central District
This guide speaks on the causes of gentrification in Seattle’s Central District, the most effected communities, and ongoing resistance movements.
Created by: Yonnie Gedlu
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Oh, The Places You'll (Have to) Go!!!
This project delves into Seattle’s recent displacement history through firsthand accounts, demographic maps, and income bracket reports. It offers tools to combat displacement and discusses future strategies to mitigate its impacts.
Created by: Justin Mai, Kevin Kemgue, Rishi Victor
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Gentrification Patters in Seattle
Explores gentrification and sector-specfic displacement in Seattle. Offers insights into ‘Patterns of Gentrification’ and ‘Resistance’ cases, serving as a valuable resources for locals.
Created by: Kenzie Chang, Dion Vo, Nicolas Meljac
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Gentrification & Displacement in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
This guide illuminates the process of gentrification in Ethiopia and emphasizes the role of recent property management reforms in exacerbating displacement and cultural erasure.
Created by: Bethel Chemere
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Short Term Rentals in Spain
A case study of the effect of Airbnb on Spain and the government reaction to combat negative housing impacts caused
By: Cait and Henry
Housing Guides for UW Students
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A Seattle Tenant Guide
Tracks historical, current, and forthcoming changes in the U-District, signaling increased corporate landlord presence and potential displacement. Offers resources and community center maps to mitigate local displacement
Created by: Megan Hassi, Eva Swanger, Grace Buckman
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Student Renter’s Help Guide
The student-focused brochure provides guidance on renting in Seattle, covering finding accommodation, community involvement, and renter rights. Essential for Seattle-bound students navigating rental life
Created By: Camille Cahn, Kya Rice, Olivia Grillo
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A Student's Guide to Renting
A pamphlet for students by students about tenants rights and housing laws in and around UW
Created By: Selena Colomo, Patrick Mercier
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UW Student Renter Guide
Learn more about the housing environment around UW with interviews of tenants, along with recourses on how to best operate renting in the area
By: Mailinh, Hugh, Scarlett
Support and Resistance Strategies
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Fighting Eviction In Seattle
Learn more about legal resources and community resistance strategies that can help you fight evictions in Seattle.
Created by Tison and Maggy
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The Urban Survival Guide
Need to cope with displacement? This guide offers practical tips like Dakota Fires and dumpster diving. It’s also a valuable resource for understanding post-displacement experiences.
Created By: Ingg Spok, Simranjit Singh, Jack Such
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How to Form a Tenant Union
Explains the importance of tenant unions in securing just living conditions and provides a step-by-step guide on how to create one.
Created by Moegi K, Malia H, and Shuban K
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Mutual Aid
This guide describes the importance of mutual aid as a practice and a framework, contextualizing the tactic with historical examples.
Created by: Kelsey, Lupita & Mel
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How To - Public Transportation
Working to make mobility more accessible, this guide explains how to use Seattle’s public transit and advocates for the integration of transit and affordable housing.
Created by: Maria N, Naomi K, and Jonathan M
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Guide to Disrupting Gentrification
Outlines popular grassroots strategies for resisting gentrification such as: building community, reclaiming space, knowing the law, voicing displeasure, and supporting organized resistance.
Created by Mia Sohn
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A Guide to Navigating Houselessness in Seattle
Learn more about the resources within the city of Seattle to help those who become houseless with A step by step guide and collection of resources.
Created by Natalie Senn, Loreydy Santiago, Eva Rasmussen
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A Guide for Indivudals and Families
Learn how to teach yourself or your family members how to effectively resist ICE
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Resources for Staying Cool
As Seattle keeps on getting hotter and hotter, cooling is more necessary, and this guide serves to help connect those in need with public cooling recourses
By: Dylan Bui, Nadya Guyer, Xiyuan Gu
