For homeless members of the LGBTQI+ community, there has been a reluctance to access available services over fears of discrimination. So the Department of Human Services has partnered with Rutgers University and the Hudson Pride Center to provide anti-discrimination training to social service agencies.
Elisa Neira, deputy commissioner at DHS, explains efforts to create a more inclusive space. “We started delivering these trainings in June during Pride Month and so far we have trained about 300 staff members across shelters in our state,” said Neira.
