From Maricarmen’s eviction to the general strike: how Spain’s youth are defying the housing crisis

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According to Amnesty International, nearly two months after the eviction of Maricarmen, the 87-year-old woman whose subsequent death sparked a movement, Spain’s housing encampments remain steadfast. University students involved in the movement explain that it has become the driving force behind Spain’s first general strike in 14 years. The protesters, labeled by some as the 'Glass Generation,' emphasize that they are resilient in the face of the housing crisis, unchecked rent hikes, and systemic inequalities. The movement, which began in Madrid and spread to other cities, was triggered by the government's failure to guarantee affordable housing and the impact of institutional racism on migrants' access to shelter. Activists state that the resistance is sustained by self-managed infrastructure, including communal kitchens and night watch teams, proving that collective self-defense can be organized effectively.