GCFHC APPLE CRUMB PIES FOR SALE
GCFHC is selling homemade apple crumb pies in celebration of the 4th of July until 12:00 p.m. Monday, June 29, 2009. The purpose of the sale is to join in the celebration of American freedoms, while raising awareness about constitutional rights granted under the Federal Fair Housing Act. Pies will be sold whole for $10 each and can be delivered or picked up on Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Proceeds will benefit GCFHC’s continued work in Jackson, Harrison, Hancock, George, Stone, and Pearl River counties. To place an order call 228-396-4008.
Story Circle Training
The Mississippi Center for Justice, in partnership with the Gulf Coast Fair Housing Center, will host a Story Circle training, Tuesday, June 30, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The training is free and open to the public. The training will take place at the Gulf Coast Fair Housing Center located in Gulfport at 2218 24th Avenue.
Attendees will learn how to use the Story Circle method to collect information for organizing local events or addressing policy change. A Story Circle provides a simple and powerful way for people to get to know each other and to hear each other's stories. To learn more about the training, click here. To download the flier, click here. To register, contact Annette Hollowell at the Mississippi Center for Justice, 228-435-7284.
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Past Events
Are you unsure what rights a person with a disability has when renting a home? This informational session, co-hosted with LIFE of South Mississippi will give community members to asks questions and dispel the myths behind reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications. Join us on June 25th, 2009 from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm at the Donal Synder Center, located at 2520 Pass Road, Room 2, Biloxi, MS 39531. Door prizes and refreshments will be available. To RSVP, or for more information contact GCFHC at 228-396-4008 or lprater@makeitfair.com.
Getting in the Door: Fair Housing Accessibility
Tried to rent a new apartment, but the door was too narrow?
Do you want to know your fair housing rights as a renter? On June 11, 2009 at 6:00-7:00 pm This event co-hosted with LIFE will be held at the Donal Synder Center, located at 2520 Pass Road, Room 2, Biloxi, MS 39531. To RSVP, or for more information contact GCFHC at 228-396-4008 or lprater@makeitfair.com.
What Every Family Should Know About Renting!
On Thursday, June 4, 2009 at 5:30 pm, GCFHC presents, "What Every Family Should Know About Renting!" This presentation will be held on the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Jefferson Davis campus, Director's Dining Room. To RSVP or for more information call 228-396-4008 or lprater@makeitfair.com.
Moment of Silence
On April 4, 2009 at 1:00 pm, GCFHC hosted a Moment of Silence at Isaiah Fredericks Community Center
3312 MLK Drive, Gulfport, MS 39501. Music will be provided by Zack Fellman and the First Missionary Baptist Church of Hansboro, Voices of Praise Choir. First Missionary Baptist Church of Hansboro. Support ribbons available at 2218 - 24th Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501.
Voter Registration Drive
On April 24, 2009, from 2 pm-6 pm, GCFHC hosted a voter registration drive a the Gulfport Walmart. To read more about this event click here.
Presentation: Housing Rights for Victims of Domestic Violence Empower your clients with knowledge of their rights. For more information
Interfaith Breakfast
Presentation: Fair housing rights for families with children
Holidays Greetings!
GCFHC hosts "Q &A" session for George County Residents.
2008 Fair Housing Forums To learn more about these meeting and access valuable resources, click here.
Voter Registration Drive
Freeze Cup Friday
2008 Fair Housing Conference
2008 Fair Housing Conference Agenda
2008 Moment of silence
Meal Fit for a King
Studies and Documents
2004 Rental Housing Discrimination Study
2004 Rental Housing Accessibility Study
Job Opportunities
Home ownership Counselor.Qualified applicant will have mortgage default & delinquency skills, housing experience sought to assist hurricane-impacted homeowners, and those facing foreclosure. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of disaster recovery programs. Salary DOE. Mail cover letter, resume and references to C. Gaulden, Gulf Coast Fair Housing Center, 2218 24th Ave., Gulfport, MS 39501 or fax to (228) 396-4857 by March 1, 2009.
Policy Intern. GCFHC is seeking interns to assist with our public policy initiatives. To learn more about the position, click here. If you're interested in applying, email a cover letter and resume today!
Development Intern. GCFHC is seeking interns to assist with our fundraising and grantwriting. To learn more about the position, click here. If you're interested, email a cover letter and resume today!
Staff Intern. GCFHC is seeking interns to assist with tracking legislation, outreach and case management. To learn more about the position, click here. If you're interested, email a cover letter and resume today!
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