7th Annual Children’s Summit

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Event:
7th Annual Children’s Summit
Start:
January 23, 2013 8:30 am
End:
January 23, 2013 3:30 pm
Updated:
December 12, 2012
Venue:
United Way
Address:
50 Waugh Drive, Houston, TX, 77007, United States

CHILDREN AT RISK Presents:

THE 7TH ANNUAL CHILDREN’S SUMMIT:
A Global Perspective on Texas’ 83rd Legislative Session

On Wednesday, January 23rd we invite you to attend the 7th Annual Children’s Summit: A Global Perspective on Texas’ 83rd Legislative Session. Community leaders, academic scholars, and local experts will provide an update on the status of our children. Attendees will learn about upcoming legislation initiatives and how Texas’ treatment of children compares worldwide.

Speakers will present on a variety of topics, including:
Education, Scott van Beck, Houston A+ Challenge
Food Insecurity, Brian Greene, Houston Food Bank
Mental Health, Andrea Usanga, Mental Health America of Greater Houston
Medical Access, Dr. Claire Bocchini, Baylor College of Medicine
History of Public Policy for Children, Dr. Chris Greeley, The University of Texas Medical School
Politics of Capitol Hill, Jason Sabo, Frontera Strategy
Tropical Diseases in Texas, Dr. Peter Hotez, Baylor College of Medicine

Where: The United Way of Greater Houston
50 Waugh Drive
Houston 77007

When:  Wednesday, January 23rd
9:00am – 2:00pm

Admission: $45 per person

Register here

Some scholarships are available.
Contact Eliza Horn at ehorn@childrenatrisk.org for more information. 

Co-Sponsored by: AIG