GATO is a new tenant union project started by Austin community members who want to build tenant power in our city. Our vision is to support tenant struggles across the whole city, and to connect these struggles into a unified movement that can stand up to the landlords and developers. Whereas landlords and developers are only interested in making Austin a profit-generating business, we want Austin to be a thriving and healthy community for all working people. Click here to learn more about GATO.

What brings you to GATO?

Thank you for your interest in joining GATO! Here are the next steps to becoming a member...

1. We will reach out to set up a phone call
2. We will then send you the membership application
3. Once you become a member, we will invite you to an onboarding session, so you can learn about how to get involved with the union's work

Please tell us about your housing situation, so we can try to help you and your neighbors organize together!

Thank you for telling us about your experience as a tenant!