SXSW EDU 2021
Immigrants and the Inclusive Economic Recovery
Description:
Recent political efforts to undermine the rights of immigrants and refugees have exacerbated the challenges of the Latinx community, while COVID-19 impacted them at a dramatically disproportionate rate. This session will highlight tactics and collaborations between nonprofits and leading employers to support underserved immigrants, and pave the way for a more inclusive recovery.
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Takeaways
- Understand the current challenges of immigrant and refugee workers, with a focus on the Latinx community and non-native English speakers
- Hear about trends in technology that are increasingly used to educate English language learners and drive their economic mobility
- Learn best practices for employers regarding benefits, education, and other unique support systems for Latinx employees
Speakers
- Katie Nielson, Chief Education Officer, Voxy
- Laura Roberts, Deputy Director, JFF Labs, JFF
- Van Ton-Quinlivan, CEO, Futuro Health
- Rebecca Rainey, Employment and Immigration Reporter, Politico
Organizer
Natalia Garcia, Vice President, Whiteboard Advisors
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