WHO ARE WE?
For over 30 years, our Tuntenhaus has been a place of social cohesion and diversity: in this house, queer people from many parts of the world, who are often marginalised because of their gender identity or sexual orientation, could find a place to call home.
WHAT IS THE ISSUE?
In February, the Tuntenhaus building at Kastanienallee 86 was sold. This will ultimately lead to the displacement of the Tuntenhaus, due to expensive renovations and unaffordable rents. Our living space, a place of queer subculture with a 3-decade-long tradition, is in imminent danger.
WHY ARE WE IMPORTANT FOR BERLIN?
We are not only known in and outside of Berlin as a landmark of the gay and queer community. Our house project represents a side of Berlin that has become rare: a side of Berlin that has made subculture and collective living communities possible through affordable housing, thus creating a place of living and a safer space for queer and gay people. Through our affordable “kitchen for all“, our food distribution for disadvantaged people, and courtyard festivals, we contribute to the socio-cultural diversity and cohesion of our neighbourhood.
WHAT IS THE SOLUTION?
The district of Pankow is examining and using its right of first refusal: its legal right to intervene and prevent the sale of the house. This could allow the Tuntenhaus to be converted into a non-profit or non-profit-oriented living space, if the Senate approves the funding.
WHAT DO WE WANT?
We want the commitment of the Berlin Senate to support the conversion of the Tuntenhaus into a cooperative through the blocked budget funds and loans of March 7, 2024. It needs the acquisition support from a non-profit buyer (e.g. IBB loans) and funds for the overdue renovation.
HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT US?
Tell the Berlin Senate how important you find the Tuntenhaus and that they must release the funds! Donate to save the Tuntenhaus! Contact us if you can help! Make our voices heard!
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IS IT URGENT?
Yes, we only have until early May to save the Tuntenhaus through the right of first refusal.
EVERY DAY COUNTS!
