Tackling Child Poverty in Hard Times Conference

organised by Inclusion events and training (Centre for Economic and Social Inclusion)

Discount for Early Bookings received before 25 September 2009
Fees range from £165 - £285

The number of people out of work continues to increase. At the same time, the public finances are coming under increased pressure. These are hard times for families, and hard times for those working to tackle child poverty in their communities. With the Child Poverty Bill currently before Parliament emphasising the importance of developing effective local strategies to reduce child poverty, this is a critical time to share analysis, ideas, and best practice.This conference will bring together policy-makers and practitioners from across central Government, local authorities, and key delivery agencies including Jobcentre Plus and from across the third sector to examine how the recession is impacting on child poverty levels and how the challenges faced by local areas can best be met.

Confirmed Speakers:

• Kate Green, Chief Executive, CPAG
• Roger Wilshaw, Deputy Director Regeneration Strategy Local Economic Development and Renewal, Communities and Local Government

Invited Speakers:

• Dawn Primarolo MP, Minister of State for Children, Young People and Families
• Maria Millar MP, Shadow Minister for the Family

23 October 2009
Crowne Plaza Hotel, Birmingham NEC

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