In 2016, the first historic PODEROZA CONFERENCE TOOK PLACE AT
PROVIDENCE COLLEGE WITH AN AUDIENCE OF OVER 250 PARTICIPANTS,
including members of as well as allies and advocates of the Cabo
VERDEAN COMMUNITY FROM ACROSS THE UNITED STATES, Canada, Europe and
Cabo Verde. The CONFERENCE ADDRESSES THE NEED FOR FOCUSED DISCOURSE ON
ISSUES OF IMPORTANCE TO WOMEN AND OFFERS A SAFE SPACE FOR CABO VERDEAN
WOMEN’s voices to be heard. Panels and sessions celebrate their
accomplishments and address the unique set of issues they face in the
areas of immigration status, self-image, health (physical and mental),
education, domestic violence, community building, activism and beyond.
This is an important opportunity to REBRAND the image of the Cabo
VERDEAN WOMAN AND THE WAY SHE HAS BEEN PORTRAYED BEYOND HER PHYSICAL
ATTRIBUTES, empowering her to RECLAIM her identity and agency as an
intelligent, powerful person who makes strategic choices about her
life and family—not as a victim of her circumstances but as a
self-determined being. Our vision is to create a network of
individuals who will empower and actively support Cabo VERDEAN WOMEN,
particularly young WOMEN AND GIRLS, in seeing themselves as capable of
achieving all of their hopes and dreams. Cabo Verdean communities
have existed in the United States since the early 1800s, with the
largest concentration located in the New England area and other
considerable developing communities in states like New York, New
Jersey, Georgia, North and South Carolina, and California. Cabo
Verdean women in particular have been at the forefront of building
their communities as mothers, wives, professionals and leaders. It is
important to have a formal platform where we discuss subjects that are
specific to the Cabo Verdean woman. Although conferences are held in
the Cabo Verdean community in the United States, the level of
discourse on topics specific to women and gender relations remain
limited
FAQS
ARE THERE ID OR MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENTS TO ENTER THE EVENT?
PROVIDENCE College students, faculty and staff as well as Senior
citizens, High school and college students must present current ID at
the registration table to receive the CONFERENCE DISCOUNT. Although
the CONFERENCE IS OPEN TO ANYONE, the suggested minimum age of
attendees is 13 years and older.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY REGISTRATION COST?
The registration cost covers a welcome packet (pen and notepad),
continental breakfast, lunch, light reception and unlimited beverages
(coffee, tea, water) during the conference.
WHAT ARE MY TRANSPORTATION/PARKING OPTIONS FOR GETTING TO AND FROM THE
EVENT?
There will be free parking available at the Anderson Garage, located
in the Providence College campus. Once on campus you will be directed
to this location.
HOW CAN I CONTACT THE ORGANIZER WITH ANY QUESTIONS?
Please visit our website at poderozaconference.com for conference
details and additional questions.
WHAT'S THE REFUND POLICY?
There are no refunds available.
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