Friday, May 21, 2010

Liberty's Promise Networking and Development Event- June 8, 2010

Join fellow ALPFA Members at the

Inaugural Liberty’s Promise Flag Day Celebration

This Networking & Development Event

will honor

Phil Andrews, Montgomery County Council Member

for his support of Liberty’s Promise and low-income, immigrant youth

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

7pm – 9pm

On the rooftop terrace of Venable LLP

575 7th St., NW, Washington DC

(corner of 7th and F Streets)


About Liberty’s Promise: A 501(c)3 non-profit agency based in Alexandria, VA, serves low-income immigrant teens in the Washington, DC Metro area through professional internships and a program of civic education and engagement. Our programs aim to make the immigrant experience an affirmative one for young newcomers while instilling in them a sense of pride and support for American ideals of democracy and freedom.

Meet the students of Liberty’s Promise and hear first hand how Liberty’s Promise has changed their lives, and with your support, how you can make an impact in the lives of many.

Tickets: A $75 tax-deductible donation at www.libertyspromise.org

Please be sure to note that you are an ALFPA member when you register!

Volunteer Opportunities!

Want to give back to the community, but just too busy? Spend a few hours on a Saturday this June in either Fairfax or Montgomery County locations to coach an immigrant youth on professional dress, interview tips and helping them prepare a resume for their very first summer internship interview and make a difference! No experience needed!

May 22 (12:30 – 3pm)

June 6 (10am – 4pm)

June 12 (9am – 2pm)

June 19 (10am – 3pm)

Friday, May 7, 2010

34th Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala

34th Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala: Moving Forward and Creating Opportunities

Save the Date: Friday, June 18, 2010

Where: Walter E. Washington Convention Center

More details to follow as the date nears!

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

LatPro/NSHP Spring Job Fair 2010

What: LatPro/ National Society for Hispanic Professionals (NSHP) Spring Job Fair 2010

When: Thursday, May 13, 2010 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

Where: The Trinity Center

Trinity College
125 Michigan Ave, NE
Washington , DC 20017
Phone:(954) 678-1807
Map to this Location

Cost: FREE for all Job Seekers! REGISTER NOW


Description:

As a bilingual or bicultural professional, you won't want to miss this unique opportunity to find your dream job in the Washington DC area. LatPro and The National Society for Hispanic Professionals (NSHP) brought together top companies that value your multicultural background and specialized language skills for this one-of-a-kind career event. Join us on Thursday, May 13, for the opportunity to meet with a collection of premier companies who are actively recruiting diverse, Hispanic and bilingual professionals just like you.

Employers including Accenture, Citrix Systems, Volkswagen Group of America, Pepco Holdings, USAID, Verizon, Wachovia and many more will be recruiting for positions in:


  • Accounting
  • Engineering
  • IT
  • Banking
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources
  • Sales
  • Marketing
  • Customer Service
  • Government Service

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Prudential Leadership Series: Tools and Opportunities to Excel and Lead

What:
Prudential Leadership Series- Tools and Opportunities to Excel and Lead

When:
May 26, 2010 at 6pm

Where:
1919 Gallows Rd, Suite 100
Vienna, VA 22182

Description:

Join the ALPFA DC Chapter and Prudential for the first Leadership Series with events for professionals and students. The topic of the evening will be "8 Tips for Effective Communication in the Workplace".

Visit http://www.alpfawashingtondc.org/ for more information.