78th Annual LULAC National Convention & Exposition

EMPOWERING LATINOS: BUILDING PROSPERITY THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS

The League of United Latin American Citizens invites you to participate in the 78th Annual LULAC National Convention & Exposition, Empowering Latinos: Building Prosperity through Partnerships, in Chicago, Illinois from July 9 through July 14, 2007. As the premier Hispanic convention, the LULAC National Convention draws over 15,000 people each year including the top leaders from government, business, and the Hispanic community.

Make History:  The LULAC Convention is an exciting, history-making convention, because it convenes the national delegates of LULAC to discuss issues, set policies, and elect the organization�s national leaders.  For this reason, the LULAC Convention makes news and is covered by national and local media.  It is the only convention in which representatives from Hispanic communities from across the country determine the positions and strategies of a national Hispanic organization. 

Reach out to Hispanic America:  The LULAC Convention is also well attended by major corporations who recognize the importance of reaching out to national Hispanic leaders and influential community members directly.  There are opportunities to sponsor workshops and events, to showcase products and recruit Hispanic professionals in the convention exhibit hall.  In addition, all proceeds support the dedicated work of LULAC to improve the quality of life for Hispanic Americans. 

Federal Training Institute: The LULAC Convention hosts the LULAC Federal Training Institute (FTI), an intensive and structured career development program for government and public sector employees.  In partnership with the OPM Management Development Center and the Graduate School, USDA, the Federal Training Institute offers workshops and plenary sessions that enable mid and senior level government employees to enhance their leadership skills and develop the Executive Core Qualifications required for entry to the Senior Executive Service. 

Career Fair:  Hot jobs, top companies, live interviews. Whether you are an employer looking for top talent or a professional looking for your next job, you will want to attend the LULAC Career Fair. This three day event features great jobs from over 250 top companies and federal agencies that are ready to hire. 

College Fair: Your path to a higher education starts at the LULAC College Fair. More than 30 representatives from top notch colleges and universities are anxious to talk with you about postsecondary opportunities at their institutions. 

Health Fair: Consult health professionals, receive free screenings, and take home information on living a healthy life style. Services will include: blood pressure screening, blood sugar screening, pregnancy testing, breast self exam education, diabetes education, HIV/AIDS testing, dental screening, eye screening, Latin aerobics, and local health information.

Housing Fair: Learn about financing, credit, loan products, and services related to buying and keeping a home. An array of financial institutions, credit counselors, realtors, mortgage brokers, insurance companies, housing services agencies and builders will be featured and available to answer your questions. Get your free credit report and pre-qualify for a loan while you are there.

Youth Conference:  The convention also hosts the LULAC Youth Conference�a three-day event for Hispanic youth, featuring workshops and panel discussions education, career opportunities, community service and leadership. 

Young Adults Conference:  The Young Adult Conference features four-days of leadership development and policy workshops for college students and young professionals.

About LULAC:  Founded in 1929, the League of United Latin American Citizens is the nation�s oldest and largest Hispanic organization.  With thousands of members organized into more than 700 LULAC Councils in virtually every state of the nation and in Puerto Rico, LULAC has tremendous outreach into the Hispanic community.  With a rich history of advocacy in civil rights, education, economic development, immigration and equal opportunity, LULAC is uniquely positioned to lead the Hispanic community into the next millennium. 

For More Information:  For convention information and registration, contact the LULAC National Office at (202) 833-6130 or visit our website at: www.LULAC.org. 

Please join LULAC at the 2007 LULAC National Convention and Exposition in Chicago, Illinois as we celebrate 78 years of service to the Hispanic community.