The Lived Experience Advisory Committee (LEAC)

The Pinellas Continuum of Care (CoC)'s Lived Experience Advisory Committee (LEAC) is working to:

  • Improve programs, services, and resources available to individuals and families experiencing and at-risk of homelessness in Pinellas County;

  • Advocate for positive change; and

  • Reduce the stigma towards homelessness and housing programs.

LEAC members include individuals have experienced homelessness ages 25+, while YAB’s members are all ages 24 and younger.

LEAC meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Meeting dates and locations will be posted here and on the HLA’s calendar.

If you have any questions, please contact Victoria Kelly at VKelly@HLAPinellas.org.

LEAC Officers

  • Co-Chair: Michael Chretien

  • Co-Chair: Gary Small

  • Secretary: Kat McMillan

2024 LEAC Meetings