Independent Living hosting fair housing workshop for tenants, landlords

Posted 27 December 2025 at 10:03 am

Press Release, Independent Living of the Genesee Region

BATAVIA – Independent Living of the Genesee Region, in partnership with Batavia First Presbyterian Church, will offer a free Fair Housing presentation – “Know Your Rights” – on Wednesday, January 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The workshop will be held in person at First Presbyterian Church, 300 East Main St., Batavia, with a Zoom option available for virtual attendees.

Designed for tenants, landlords, and housing professionals, the presentation will cover key fair-housing topics including emotional support animals, housing discrimination, and tenant rights, helping participants better understand protections under fair-housing law.

Advance registration is required and can be completed online. Click here for more information.

For more information or to request accessibility accommodations, contact Rebecca Batt, Program Specialist, at (585) 815-8501, Ext. 417.

 About Independent Living of the Genesee Region

Independent Living of the Genesee Region is part of the WNY Independent Living Inc. Family of Agencies—a peer-directed organization dedicated to breaking down barriers, promoting civil rights, and enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities. WNYIL achieves this through relentless advocacy, strong partnerships, impactful programs, responsible practices, and the incorporation of individual life experiences. For more information, visit: www.wnyil.org.