LGBTQ Homeless Task Force

06/30/2026

Hello, we just want to remind you all that there is a meeting of the LGBTQ Homeless Task Force this Thursday. I'm hoping that we can build upon the momentum that we had earlier in the year. The assaults on our community have doubled under the current administration. Projects such as the Eugenia O. Edwards Drop-in center are more important than ever. There is a movement to not only silence us but to erase and limit our access to services. We need to work together to ensure that homeless LGBTQ+ community members are safe and protected. We have a number of agenda items to address as we work towards an opening of the Center.Hello, We

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06/07/2026

The LGBTQ Real Force is excited to have the support of the WNY Peace Center's Gender Justice committee who have created a beautiful float supporting the Drop-in Center and Omidara Eugenia Edwards Adeleke . We are now collecting donations with the plan to open this center for homeless LGBTQ+ adults in the fall. We are doing this with the additional support of the WNY Coalition for the Homeless and Saint Paul's Episcopal Church. See you out there, Happy Pride!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️ 🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🌈🏳️‍🌈🌈🏳️‍🌈🌈🏳️‍⚧️

06/01/2026

Come join us this Thursday, June 4th at noon for our Pride Edition of the LGBTQ Homeless Task Force meeting. Link through the attached Online meeting as we discuss how we are creating a Homeless Drop -n Center of LGBTQ individuals. Learn about our the name of this drop-in center and how we plan to fundraise for it. Come be part of the solution.

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05/25/2026

🌈 BUFFALO PRIDE 2026

The Western New York Ballroom Alliance is calling all houses, legends, statements, stars, allies, and community members to WALK WITH US at the Buffalo Pride Parade!

📅 June 7, 2026
📍 Buffalo State University
⏰ Meet-Up Time: 9:00 AM
📌 Rich Products Red Zone

Bring your flags, fans, energy, and PRIDE as we celebrate ballroom culture, LGBTQ+ visibility, and community power together.

✨ Ballroom is Community. Ballroom is Pride. ✨

Register your house/group through the Google Form and join us in making Buffalo Pride unforgettable!

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05/18/2026

Come join us at Gerard Place. We are here till 4pm today. 2515 Bailey Ave.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WNY Coalition for the Homeless to Host Major Job Fair for Homeless Services
BUFFALO, NY – The WNY Coalition for the Homeless is proud to announce a Homeless Services Job Fair aimed at connecting passionate individuals with rewarding careers in the human services sector. The event will take place on Monday May 18, 2026 at Gerard Place, located at 2515 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
With the homeless services sector experiencing a growing need for dedicated staff, this fair offers a unique opportunity for job seekers to meet with 20 to 40 different providers under one roof. The WNY Coalition for the Homeless, a robust network of over 50 human service agencies, is organizing the event to streamline the hiring process for essential roles that support the community’s most vulnerable members.
Participating agencies are looking to fill a wide variety of positions, including:
• Shelter Workers
• Case Managers
• Peer Specialists
• Customer Service Representatives (CSRs)
• Outreach and Housing Specialists
• Life Coaches
• Data Entry and Administrative Roles
"We are looking for driven, motivated individuals who want to make a tangible difference in Buffalo," said Marek P. Parker, the event's primary contact. "Whether you are a seasoned professional with case management experience or someone with a high school degree looking to start a career in human services, there is a place for you here."
Requirements for Attendees:
• A minimum of a High School degree (note: some specific agencies may require higher credentials).
• A valid driver’s license is required for all field work positions.
• Candidates should bring multiple copies of their updated resume.
This job fair serves as a critical bridge between Buffalo’s mission-driven organizations and the talented workforce needed to provide housing, stability, and care to those experiencing homelessness.
For more information regarding the event or to learn more about the participating agencies, please contact:
Marek P. Parker
Phone: 716-818-7230
Email: [email protected]
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05/08/2026

The LGBTQ+ Task Force will be making a major announcement in the next few weeks about the naming of the Drop-in Center for homeless individuals. Keep a look out! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

05/08/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WNY Coalition for the Homeless to Host Major Job Fair for Homeless Services
BUFFALO, NY – The WNY Coalition for the Homeless is proud to announce a Homeless Services Job Fair aimed at connecting passionate individuals with rewarding careers in the human services sector. The event will take place on Monday May 18, 2026 at Gerard Place, located at 2515 Bailey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
With the homeless services sector experiencing a growing need for dedicated staff, this fair offers a unique opportunity for job seekers to meet with 20 to 40 different providers under one roof. The WNY Coalition for the Homeless, a robust network of over 50 human service agencies, is organizing the event to streamline the hiring process for essential roles that support the community’s most vulnerable members.
Participating agencies are looking to fill a wide variety of positions, including:
• Shelter Workers
• Case Managers
• Peer Specialists
• Customer Service Representatives (CSRs)
• Outreach and Housing Specialists
• Life Coaches
• Data Entry and Administrative Roles
"We are looking for driven, motivated individuals who want to make a tangible difference in Buffalo," said Marek P. Parker, the event's primary contact. "Whether you are a seasoned professional with case management experience or someone with a high school degree looking to start a career in human services, there is a place for you here."
Requirements for Attendees:
• A minimum of a High School degree (note: some specific agencies may require higher credentials).
• A valid driver’s license is required for all field work positions.
• Candidates should bring multiple copies of their updated resume.
This job fair serves as a critical bridge between Buffalo’s mission-driven organizations and the talented workforce needed to provide housing, stability, and care to those experiencing homelessness.
For more information regarding the event or to learn more about the participating agencies, please contact:
Marek P. Parker
Phone: 716-818-7230
Email: [email protected]
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04/02/2026

Appeals court upholds block on HUD homelessness overhaul : NPR

The federal housing agency wants to shift money away from permanent housing and toward programs that impose sobriety and other conditions. Advocates warn that would push many back into homelessness.

03/31/2026

Celebrate you,
Celebrate us,
Celebrate community,
celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility.! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

03/31/2026

Don't miss out on our monthly meeting of the LGBTQ+ Homeless Task Force this Thursday at noon! The momentum for the Drop in Center is growing and you are one of it's Building blocks!
Please share this with any potential interested party.
The link to the meeting is below:

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