Housing as a human right
The right to adequate housing guarantees access to a safe, habitable, and affordable home with protection against forced eviction. Without adequate housing, an individual is vulnerable to human and natural forces, compromising other human rights including family life, health, education, employment and privacy. The right to adequate housing is clearly supported by international law, starting with the foundational Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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