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Lifelong Learning: Who is ALICE? Phil Mikesell, Ph.D.

October 26, 2017
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (Expired)
Charlevoix Public Library at Community Room A

Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed: ALICE. The ALICE report is data driven and findings show that 39% of Charlevoix County households live below a level of self-sufficiency, unable to afford a basic survival budget. Mission: engage and support employers who may be ill prepared to address the struggles of entry level or retail and service employees; prepare a community of learners ready for the emerging workforce; and, understand the consequences of a divided America. We will look at creative solutions to a growing problem.Featured speaker is Phil Mikesell, Ph.D. Vanderbilt University - Toward Two Americas: Social and economic patterns that are threatening this country.