It's a really unprecedented moment here in New York and globally.

It sort of feels like the world is ending, but there is some hope in this moment.

We've seen mutual aid projects starting, neighbors are helping each other with groceries,

people are donating and even sewing masks for a medical personnel.

We've seen increased calls for Medicare for All.

We've seen people realizing that they have to support one another because once again,

the government has failed us.

One idea that's been popping up all over the place is organizing a rent strike.

Today we'll be looking at how you can participate step by step.

Before we get into the how-to, let's talk about why you should consider participating.

There's some vital reasons to consider doing this both in your building and in coordination

with tenants around the world.

In your building, one reason could be that you've lost your job or aren't able to work.

You may just need that money to survive.

You may need it for food and medicine and that's a really, really good reason.

This is probably the number one reason people will participate in a rent strike.

Two, even if you can pay rent, a rent strike now can make sure that as we recover from the effects

of COVID-19, all of us can remain in our homes.

It's a protection for the future.

And while you may be able to pay today, you might not be able to pay next month.

Three, this is also a chance to show solidarity with those who are already struggling.

If someone else in your building can't pay, you can have their back.

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