Lunch: The state of international child protection in Georgia

$20

With more than 10 percent of Georgia’s population now born outside the United States, the state has experienced an enviable increase in diversity that has contributed to its political vibrancy and economic prosperity.

But it also begs the question: Are local policymakers and civil society and business stakeholders capable of tackling complex cultural issues and the tangled web of cross-border regulations that determine how we protect the most vulnerable in society?

Or will institutional and resource gaps persist, hindering the effective delivery of services and opportunities for children and families?

Join the Consulate General of Mexico, The Manely Company and other experts on Cobb Chamber of Commerce for an in-person, interactive lunch roundtable that will provide the latest information on the state of international child protection in Georgia and how consulates, nonprofit organizations and even businesses can help solve child welfare challenges before they arise.

Speakers

Opening Remarks: Cobb Chamber

Javier Diaz de Leon
Consul General of Mexico in Atlanta

Michael Manely
Founding attorney at The Manely Firm

Belisa Urbina
CEO at Ser Familia

Georgia Department of Family and Children Services

Who should come?

Citizens are concerned about human trafficking, domestic violence, child custody and other pressing issues

Diplomats interested in keeping up to date with the latest rules and regulations regarding child protection in Georgia

Government officials and economic development agencies seeking to provide better service to their immigrant communities

HR managers and companies want to better understand how their employees are affected by government policies