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Speaking Engagement

Know Your Rights: Mental Health Housing

Sponsored by:

NAMI New York State
Serious Mental Illness and Homelessness

Sponsored by:

SAMSHA- Homeless and Housing Resource Center
Our Latinx Children’s Emotional Health and Well-being

Sponsored by:

Brazelton Touch Point Center

Podcasts

Why Don’t We Talk About This?

Addressing homelessness by addressing Social Policy and Service Provision with Paula McMillian-Perez, LCSW

Why Don’t We Talk About This?

Executive Leadership in Social Work with Paula McMillan-Perez, LCSW

The Social Work Rants Podcast:

Housing is a Human Right Series with Bas Moreno, LMSW

Notable Awards and Recognition

2026, CUNY Alumni Recognition Award
2026, Siembra Today’s Pioneer of Change
2026, P.O.W.E.R. Women of Empowerment Honoree
2005 Manchester Who’s Who Recognized Executive Professional in the Non-profit Sector

Featured Projects

Projects

Housing Initiative-Social Practice Model

Nov 2022 - Apr 2023

  • Developed a housing initiative integrating social practice, a non-clinical approachleveraging an intentional community.

  • Involved community members as active decision-makers in the social environment.

Housing Resource Center (HRC)

Feb 2022 - Feb 2023

  • Established the first Housing Resource Center within the clubhouse model to provide comprehensive housing resources.

  • Facilitated collaborations with external housing partners, conducted staff training, and supported members facing housing instability.

Positive Housing for ALL

Dec 2015 - Jun 2017

  • Managed a program providing social and medical services, including housing, to individuals with HIV/AIDS not eligible for HASA benefits.

  • The initiative concluded after the passing of the HASA for ALL Law by Former Governor Cuomo.

Housing Retention Program

Dec 2015 - Jun 2016

  • Designed to assist individuals with HIV/AIDS in HASA SROs and hotels in acquiring permanent housing.

  • Continued providing support for one-year post-housing to ensure community integration and prevent recidivism.

Robin Hood Initiative: New York Immigrant Program

Jul 2006 - Jun 2008

  • Executed and evaluated a program offering healthcare, legal services, ESL/GED classes, and case management to immigrants with HIV/AIDS.

  • Collaborated with consulates for preventive HIV education and referrals.

Housing Works-Adult Day Center

Jun 2006 - Jul 2007

  • Launched the first Adult Day Center by Housing Works, providing comprehensive services to over 5,000 individuals with HIV/AIDS annually.

Robin Hood - Single Stop Initiative: Earn Benefits

Jun 2005 - Jun 2006

  • Managed the initiative at Workforce 1 Career Center in Harlem, NY, serving as a model for expansion in NYC's workforce development programs.

HRSA: HIV/AIDS Prenatal Program

May 2004 - May 2005

  • Collaborated with Mt. Sinai Hospital to offer comprehensive care to pregnant womenwith HIV/AIDS, including health services, case management, and housing referrals.

Airbridge HIV/AIDS Program

May 2002 - May 2004

  • Provided comprehensive healthcare and support to individuals with HIV/AIDS traveling between Puerto Rico and NYC.

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