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(EVENT CANCELLED) Living in Silence

Gender Based Violence in the Immigrant Community

Location

The Commons : Skylight

Date & Time

May 1, 2017, 7:00 pm8:30 pm – Canceled

Description

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, please join us for our panel discussion on current gender-based violence issues affecting immigrant communities. Panelists from local organizations working with this vulnerable population will speak on human rights violations that impact the immigrant community in Maryland. 

This event will provide you the basic resources on how to get involved with local organizations working toward these efforts. Dinner will be served. This event is open to all.

This event is co-sponsored by Student Life's Mosaic Center, the Sociology Graduate Student Organization (SGSO) and the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Health Administration and Policy (SAHAP). 

For any questions, contact Carlos Turcios at carlos6@umbc.edu or SGSO at socygso@umbc.eduTo ask questions in advance, please submit them to tinyurl.com/lifeinsilence