In December 1985, the United Nations General Assembly declared the first Monday of October to be “World Habitat Day” in recognition of the state of human settlements and the basic need for adequate shelter for all. World Habitat Day also serves as a reminder to the world of its collective responsibility for the future of the human habitat. World Habitat Day’s purpose is to call attention to the current global state of the human habitat and push towards adequate housing for all. It is the hope that by raising awareness and advocating for universal decent housing that systems will be transformed and the plague of poverty housing, as evident worldwide, will subside. World Habitat Day is a day for grassroots action; a day for people to be united in their efforts to eradicate poverty housing. Use this handbook to learn about "secure tenure," housing and poverty facts, and resources to involve your community in the fight for affordable housing for all.