7. Based on the provisions of legal instruments, the Special Rapporteur has adopted a working definition of the right to adequate housing as &quot; the right of every woman, man, youth and child to gain and sustain a secure home and community in which to live in peace and dignity &quot; (E/CN.4/2001/51, para. 8).
7. Based on the provisions of legal instruments, the Special Rapporteur has adopted a working definition of the right to adequate housing as &quot; the right of every woman, man, youth and child to gain and sustain a secure home and community in which to live in peace and dignity &quot; (E/CN.4/2001/51, para. 8).