| Welcome from ITGA, Dr. Darryll Pines, UMD President; Honorable Fazlul Kabir, Mayor of College Park and Keynote Speaker: Maryland Secretary Paul Monteiro, Department of Service and Civic Innovation: Secretary Paul Monteiro leads Maryland's newest Department of Service and Civic Innovation, established as a priority by Governor Moore. The department aims to enhance community engagement and build resilient communities. Monteiro previously directed the U.S. Department of Justice Community Relations Service and served in key roles at Howard University. Appointed by Former President Obama, he led AmeriCorps VISTA and worked in the White House Office of Public Engagement. Monteiro has also served on the Prince George’s County Public Schools Board and holds a B.A. from the University of Maryland and a J.D. from Howard University. |