Welcome to the Governance Post Podcast, Lived Experiences Series, where we dive into how history and policy shape daily life in Berlin. Bringing together perspectives from Hertie students and people in the field, we explore the context that has led to today’s student-related issues.
In this episode, we turn our focus to housing, one of Berlin’s most urgent, personal, and politically charged issues. From high rents to Anmeldung barriers, housing affects everyone.
We are joined by Lina, sharing a glimpse at student life in Berlin, and Jason from Anmeldung für Alle, a grassroots campaign fighting for change in Anmeldung policies.
Expect to Learn:
- An overview of rent history in Berlin.
- The realities of being a student looking for housing in Berlin.
- What “Anmeldung” is and why it’s such a powerful gatekeeper in Berlin.
- The unintended consequences of housing reforms like the Mietendeckel (rent cap).
- The importance of grassroots organizing in challenging housing injustice.
- How to support initiatives fighting for the right to housing for all.
Follow the Work:
To stay informed and support housing justice, visit Anmeldung für Alle or follow @anmeldung_fuer_alle on Instagram!
And check out the organizations and campaigns affiliated with AfA including, Women in Exile, Die Linke, Ciudad Migrante, and many more listed here.