Children At Risk- The History of Children: A Legal and Policy Overview

Title: Children At Risk- The History of Children: A Legal and Policy Overview
Location: United Way of Greater Houston
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Description: Join CHILDREN AT RISK for a fascinating, enlightening, and informative event that is open both to attorneys needing CLE credit and individuals interested in the history of children throughout time.

We are pleased and honored to have Dr. Christopher Greeley presenting the History of Children: A Legal and Policy Overview CLE luncheon at the United Way of Greater Houston on August 10. This talk will provide a historical overview of the place that children have had in society, focusing on the legal framework of the role of children in the family and society, and how this role has changed over time. There will also be discussion on societal forces which have impacted the lives of children throughout time, including historic threats to the well-being of children and the social structures which have been erected over time to protect children and aid families in need. CLE and CEU credits will be provided.

Dr. Greeley is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics in the Center for Clinical Research and Evidence-Based Medicine. He also serves as the Vice Chair for Academic Affairs in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Health Science Center. He has dedicated his life and career to the protection of children and is thoroughly published on the subject of child abuse.
Start Time: 11:30
Date: 2010-08-10
End Time: 13:00