Advocacy CommitteeThe Advocacy Committee, as its name suggests, is responsible for acting as a liaison the broader community on behalf of homeless people and homeless alleviation workers. This is different than that which occurs between workers and individual clients. For more information, or to become involved, please contact:
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DSS Dialogue CommitteeThe DSS Dialogue committee plays a vital role in bridging the gap between the Department of Social Services and the homeless client. The committee focuses on the DSS practices which have been identified by services providers as being problematic and disadvantageous to the individuals which they serve.
On the fourth Wednesday of every month, these issues are brought forth for discussion between DSS and the DSS Dialogue Committee. If you have an item you would like to submit for discussion or would like further information, please contact: |
Outreach CommitteeThe Outreach Committee works together to overcome barriers we face in securing housing and other needed services for our clients. We also attempt to coordinate our outreach efforts to more effectively and efficiently reach all those living on the streets. We go out as a team once a month early in the morning (6am) and every Tuesday night at 9pm. We most recently started a squatter squad to engage with those living in abandon buildings.
Any experienced agency or individual who provides outreach is welcomed to join.
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Education CommitteeThe Community Education Committee is responsible for developing excellent trainings that benefit both providers and the public. One example is the recent
"Re-Entry Workshop", which focused on the services available to individuals upon their exit from correctional facilities. To learn more/obtain location, contact: |
Project Homeless Connect CommitteeProject Homeless Connect is a national best practice model originating in San Francisco in 2004 and was adopted by the Western New York Coalition for the Homeless in 2009. Planning Committee Members meet year round to develop, organize, and plan a one-day, one-stop shop for comprehensive services for individuals experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness. PHC is equal parts welcoming homeless neighbors into the life of the community, changing the way resources are accessed, and achieving quantifiable results for people experiencing homelessness.
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Public Relations Committee
The Public Relations Committee is responsible for producing the Quarterly Coalition Newsletter which communicates updates and happenings to the membership. For more information, or to get involved, please contact:
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