Practical Ways to Reduce Poverty & Empower Workers in Low-Income Countries

Join the Department of Politics, Governance, and Economics at the School of International Service, American University, for a conversation with Thea Lee, Deputy Undersecretary for International Affairs.

Speaker: Ms. Thea Lee, Deputy Undersecretary for International Affairs, U.S. Department of Labor

Date: October 30

Time: 5:00-6:30pm

Location: American University Main Campus, Mary Graydon Center (MGC), 307

Format:

20 minute presentation by Ms. Lee, followed by a fireside chat with Dr. Stephen Silvia and Ms. Judy Gearhart professors at the School of International Service, featuring Q&A on Ms. Lee's work and advice for students interested in social justice careers.

Audience Q&A

About the Talk:

Ms. Thea Lee, a leading voice in worker rights and international development, will discuss practical strategies for tackling poverty and empowering workers in low-income countries. Drawing on her extensive experience at the U.S. Department of Labor and her prior work with the AFL-CIO and Economic Policy Institute, Ms. Lee will explore actionable solutions that can create a more just and equitable global economy.

Who Should Attend:

This event is open the public.

Q&A:

The fireside chat will include a dedicated Q&A session where you can engage directly with Ms. Lee, Dr. Silvia, and Ms. Gearhart. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from experts in the field and gain insights on how to pursue a career focused on social justice.

Additional Information:

• Learn more about Ms.Thea Lee: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ilab/about-us/bio-lee
• Learn more about Dr. Stephen Silvia: https://www.american.edu/sis/faculty/ssilvia.cfm
• Learn more about Ms. Judy Gearhart: https://www.american.edu/sis/faculty/gearhart.cfm

Don't miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge from a distinguished leader in the field of international labor rights!

Host or Publisher School of International Service