Leaders reported a general concern with gang membership, drug use and prostitution
within the community among young people. ‘Shabu’ (methamphetamine) use is
particularly prevalent among youth in the community who are unemployed, who can
earn some income from selling to other users.
When asked about their knowledge of the legal framework, particularly the protection
framework established by the UDHA, leaders were not aware of any details. There was
a general lack of confidence in the UDHA’s capacity to prevent demolition, with
leaders preferring informal means to prevent evictions, such as protests and blockades.
AB OVE: THE C ON C RETE PARAM ETE R W ALL OF TH E P AROLA C OM PO UND .
The entire site is enclosed by a concrete wall, with only a small number of entry and exit
points. Approximately 32,000 households live in a total area of less than 20 hectares.
82 Human Rights in the Rubble
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