Background

HRTF was established in early 2003. HRTF brought together a diverse group of international and national NGOs united in their efforts to defend the housing rights of the urban poor in Phnom Penh. In 2008-2009, HRTF organizational development progressed, and the organization now has a Board of Directors comprised of five members. All of whom are working at senior levels in Cambodian human rights issues. HRTF has 5 institutional members. HRTF has registered as Local NGO under the Ministry of Interior on January 8th, 2010. HRTF’s dream is a Phnom Penh where all communities know their rights, know how to exercise their rights, have the political will and internal organization for collective action, and consistently demand transparency, accountability and sustainability in all local development policies. In working towards this goal, HRTF’s objective is to build relationships with Government in all to bring about improvements in the protection of housing rights in Cambodia. HRTF’s activities are geared towards working with the strengths communities already have and to empower them in areas where they need support.

Value

• Promotion and respect of housing and human rights • Solidarity and cooperation • Transparency • Social justice and accountability • Gender equality • Equity

Mission

HRTF’s mission is to prevent forced evictions and housing/Human rights violations, and to promote the development and full enjoyment of housing rights for all Cambodians.

Vision

Forced evictions are no longer practiced and every individual enjoys the rights to adequate housing.

Goal

Promoting the enforcement of housing rights through effective coordination, advocacy and networking.