Freshman Year Program and The School of Business of Medgar Evers College, CUNY, is delighted to announce the conference on “Corruption: The Impact on Democracy, Economic Growth and Sustainable Development in the Caribbean – The Diaspora Working Towards a Solution.” This one-day event will take place on Friday, November 2, 2018 at 1150 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, New York from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Planned in collaboration with the University of the West Indies Alumni Association and the International Consortium of Caribbean Professionals, the aim of this conference is to bring together representatives from a wide range of stakeholders including policymakers, educators, students, NGOs, professionals, and business and community leaders. With keynote speakers including distinguished professors and civic leaders, the conference promises to be a dynamic learning opportunity.

Conference participants will explore the nature and scope of corruption that impacts the development of Caribbean societies, and discuss possible solutions to the problem. Outcomes will be presented to key stakeholders seeking to make changes.

A senior college within The City University of New York (CUNY) system, Medgar Evers College was established in 1970 with a mandate to meet the educational and social needs of the Central Brooklyn community. With a commitment to students who desire a sound academic foundation as well as an opportunity for personal development, Medgar Evers College seeks to provide high-quality, professional, career-oriented undergraduate degree programs in the context of a liberal arts education.

Keynote Address

Crime Reduction and Economic Development in NYC: 1990-2018

Benjamin D. Tucker, First Deputy Commissioner

New York Police Department

CONTACT: ANNETTE PHILLIPS 646-944-7069

ANDY RENNIE: 718-270-4960

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