Poverty impedes economic development of households, firms, and communities across Mississippi. People who have not come from generational poverty are often not able to understand decisions made by individuals in poverty, limiting the effectiveness of programs and policies. This workshop is for employers, community organizations, social service agencies, and individuals interested in understanding poverty in order to improve outcomes. Participants will leave with a better understanding of hidden rules of class, resources, family structure, and language in order to develop effective local strategies for alleviating poverty in communities and improving workplace stability.

Multi-County Community Service Agency (MCCSA)
2900 Saint Paul St.
Meridian, MS 39301

Please contact Becky Smith with questions or about setting up CEUs for your certifiying organization at becky.smith@msstate.edu or 662-617-5243.