As part of the Deliberative Dialogue Series, Barry University’s Center for Community Service Initiatives (CCSI) invites the Barry community to a discussion entitled The Poor Becoming Poorer? From Poverty Wages to a Living Wage.
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013
Time: 4 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Andreas 111
Information on the event:
The gap between the wealthy and the poor in the United States continues to grow. One proposed solution is the implementation of a living wage. A living wage is the minimum income necessary for a worker to meet their basic needs. However, opponents to the living wage argue that implementing a living wage would have a negative impact on businesses and other parts of the economy.
Is the Living Wage the solution to ending poverty? Join us for a lively public dialogue on this important issue.
Confirmed panelists:
Dr. Victor Romano, Assistant Professor of Criminology and Sociology, Barry University
Jeanette Smith, Executive Director, South Florida Interfaith Workers
Moderator, Dr. Laura Finley, Assistant Professor of Criminology and Sociology, Barry University
Peguy Noel, Graduate Student, Andreas School of Business, Barry University
This event is part of the Deliberative Dialogue series, moderated discussions for working towards a common understanding of social issues, identifying practical solutions, and promoting workable public policy.
This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided.
For more information, contact the Center for Community Service Initiatives at service@barry.edu, 305-899-3696 or visit our website at www.barry.edu/service.