Liz King
Senior Program Director, The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights
Liz King is the Senior Director of the Education Equity Program at The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, where she has worked since January 2015. In this role, Liz leads efforts to advance educational equity and advocate for policies that ensure every child has access to a high-quality education. Prior to her work at The Leadership Conference, she served as a Senior Policy Associate for Education at the Children's Defense Fund, focusing on policy initiatives aimed at improving educational outcomes for underserved children.
Before entering the policy arena, Liz gained experience in the legislative field, working as Legislative Director and Senior Policy Advisor for Congressman Chaka Fattah in the U.S. House of Representatives. Liz began her career in education as a classroom teacher with the School District of Philadelphia, where she taught at Barrett Middle School. She holds a Master’s in Elementary Education from Saint Joseph's University and a Bachelor’s in Government and Religion from Wesleyan University. Liz's career reflects her steadfast commitment to improving educational opportunities and advocating for policies that support students, families, and communities.
Panel Information
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
10:00 AM EST
Next-Gen Talent: How to Upskill Latinos and Transform America's Education and Training
This session will focus on upskilling Latinos and transforming America’s education and training systems to ensure they are equipped for leadership in the technological revolution. In an ever-changing workforce environment, building resilience for Latinos is critical, with an emphasis on skill development and career readiness. While a four-year degree remains valuable, barriers such as college affordability and inequities in K-12 education persist. Experts will explore how initiatives like Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), partnerships, and philanthropic efforts can reduce costs, improve access, and help Latinos build the skills necessary for long-term success in a dynamic economy.
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