May 2008

Memorial Day

Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month

Older American Month

Jewish American Heritage Month

2008 Washington DC Dragon Boat Festival June 14-15, 2008

American Association for Affirmative Action (AAAA)

34th Annual Conference

The 34th Annual Conference of the American Association for Affirmative Action (AAAA) will be held April 23-26, 2008 at the Fairview Park Marriott Hotel in the Washington, D.C. area.   The conference theme, “2008: A New Era of Leadership and Action,” speaks to a time of great change in our country as we prepare for new leadership within the executive ranks of our government.  What will be the impact upon the segments of our society that work tirelessly to bridge the gap of disparity and foster pathways in the quest for equal opportunity?  Explore with us all of the possibilities as we prepare for new leadership and develop new strategies for the future.

Nationally ranked speakers and workshop presenters from business, education and government sectors will engage participants in thought-provoking dialogues and activities.  Seasoned professionals, as well as the newly appointed EEO/AA practitioner, will have an opportunity to participate in up to date, informative educational sessions, which will address issues vital to EEO/AA administration.  There will be many opportunities to network with colleagues from across the 50 states.  The conference will include a trip to Capital Hill with our legislation to keep equal opportunity and on their agenda!

Who Should Attend?  This conference is designed for professionals who are responsible for diversity and EEO/AA administration within organizations of all sizes.  Equal opportunity directors, affirmative action officers, human resource professionals, diversity consultants, industrial relations specialists, labor relations advisors, career planning specialist, prospective managers and other professionals will benefit from attending this conference. 

Professional Development Training Institute

The Professional Development and Training Institute will be offered April 21-23, 2008 as part of the certification curriculum for EEO/AA professionals (see the AAAA Institute Training section in this brochure for more information or go to http://www.affirmativeaction.org/training.html).