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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation 2013

'It Starts With You.'

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) will be held Sept. 18-21, 2013 in Washington, D.C.

First Lady Michelle Obama, Former President Bill Clinton, Shaquille O'Neal, Robert Townsend, Dr. Bernice King, Sherri Shepherd, Rev. Al Sharpton, andTrayvon Martin's family, Isiah Thomas are scheduled to participate during this year's conference which includes over 70 sessions on issues and policies facing the African American experience. 

The conference also features a new author and book showcase, job and health fairs.



President Barack Obama will be the keynote speaker during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's (CBCF) 43rd Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) Phoenix Awards Dinner this Saturday evening. The Awards Dinner is the signature event of a four-day conference It is scheduled from 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 21 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center (WCC). The premier dinner fundraiser supports the Foundation's educational programs, scholarships and research initiatives.
This year's ALC theme, "It Starts With You," is a call to action urging individuals to champion much-needed change in public policy. The conference features the Exhibit Showcase, which offers educational, health and business-related opportunities for ALC attendees and an outreach project with Thrive DC, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people facing the dire consequences of economic upheaval, including homelessness and housing instability. The conference includes a prayer breakfast that features gospel recording artists, including Marvin Sapp, who will deliver the morning message.
Registration at http://cbcfinc.org/registration-2013.html.  Full Conference schedule here.

CBC on your mobile phone.  For all things ALC, download the interactive app for your smart phone or tablet!  Search for "CBCF ALC 2013 Companion" on iTunes and Google Play for schedules, maps, and transportation information all at your fingertips!
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