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Early Investments: Improving Opportunities for Children at the Neighborhood Level
March 23 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm EDT
On Thursday, March 23, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York will host a hybrid event exploring how investments in children’s growth and development can save society money and lead to better health and economic outcomes. David Erickson of the New York Fed will discuss his new book, “The Fifth Freedom: Guaranteeing an Opportunity-Rich Childhood for All.” Speakers will discuss how good schools, well-funded libraries, safe streets, and quality healthcare can pay long-term social dividends.
This event has in-person and virtual attendance options. The deadline for in-person registration is Monday, March 20.
This event is open to the media. All remarks are on the record and the event will be recorded, with the recording to be made available afterwards. For media inquiries, please contact Ellen Simon at Ellen.Simon@ny.frb.org.
Agenda
4:30 – 4:35 pm ET
Welcome Remarks
David Erickson, Head of Outreach & Education, Federal Reserve Bank of New York
4:35 – 4:55 pm ET
Book Discussion
David Erickson, Head of Outreach & Education, Federal Reserve Bank of New York
4:55 – 5:20 pm ET
Panel Discussion
Moderator: David Erickson, Head of Outreach & Education, Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Clara Miller, former CEO of the F.B. Heron Foundation
Andrea Levere, former President of Prosperity Now
Otho Kerr, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Community Impact Investing, Federal Reserve Bank of New York
5:20 – 5:30 pm ET
Q&A
Location
This event has in-person and virtual attendance options. The deadline for in-person registration is Monday, March 20.
