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This groundbreaking new two-day event hosted by the Latin American Association addresses critical issues impacting Georgia’s rapidly growing Latino community. On the first day of the conference, Jennifer Clark, associate professor of Public Policy and associate director for Smart Cities and Inclusive Innovation, will present new research on the Essential Economy.
Day 1
Monday, January 29, 2018
State of Latinos in Georgia | 8:30 am – 4 pm
Networking Reception | 4 – 6 pm
Day 1 focuses on macro-level dynamics affecting the state’s 1 million Latinos and their social, economic, political and policy implications. The day concludes with a networking cocktail reception to connect stakeholders from across Georgia.
Day 2
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Latino Education Summit | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Latino Housing Summit | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Day 2 features concurrent education and housing summits that dive deeper into these key areas to understand the issues, explore innovative initiatives, promote systemic solutions and build the capacity of organizations and agencies in Georgia to serve the Latino population.
To access the most up to date conference Agenda, CLICK HERE.
For conference Fact Sheet, CLICK HERE.
To purchase your ticket, CLICK HERE.
