This pamphlet was developed to support tenant canvassing and education on lead contamination in rental housing. In addition to providing facts about sources of lead contamination in housing and the negative health effects of lead exposure, this pamphlet stresses the role of landlord neglect and insufficient government action to protect tenants. We highlight how both governments and landlords continue to neglect the threat of lead exposure in rental housing,  and the role of unions in keeping tenants safe.

This pamphlet was developed in partnership with the Cargill Tenants Union. The template available for download here includes a flap highlighting the successful struggle of the Cargill Tenants Union in forcing the landlord to perform lead abatement. This template may be used as is or edited.

If you, your union, or your organization is interested in using the pamphlet below for canvassing or educational purposes, please feel free to download and edit it as needed. If you would like any help in editing this pamphlet or in distributing materials, please reach out to us at nhv@scienceforthepeople.org!