America's Latino Community Center Stage

LULAC invites you to participate in the 79th Annual LULAC National Convention & Exposition, America�s Latino Community Center Stage, in Washington, DC from July 7 through July 12, 2008. 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.

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.

Please join LULAC at the 2008 LULAC National Convention and Exposition in Washington, DC as we celebrate 79 years of service to the Hispanic community