Sessions
Safety & Well-Being in Supportive Housing
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Thu
Tanya T. Brown is an experienced Program Director with over 20 years in human services, specializing in supportive housing, workforce development, and client-centered program design. She currently serves at the Bowery Residents’ Committee (BRC), where she oversees multi-site operations delivering housing placement, employment services, and connections to mental health support for vulnerable New Yorkers.
Throughout her tenure, Tanya has expanded programming across multiple sites, increasing outcomes by more than 50% while ensuring compliance, safety, and high-quality service delivery. She has also led the development of retention and aftercare initiatives that strengthen long-term housing and employment stability, and has contributed to cross-agency efforts that improve client access to critical resources.
In addition to her work in human services, Tanya is an entrepreneur, managing a small business while maintaining a strong commitment to community engagement and service.
Tanya holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services and has completed advanced leadership training through New York University, Columbia Business School, and RESH NYC. She is dedicated to advancing equitable housing solutions and supporting individuals on their path to stability and independence.