Immigration, Inc: The role of immigrants in Philadelphia’s economy – Sep 18
Posted by WHYY on September 10, 2024
Immigrants play a big role in the local economy – as workers, business owners, taxpayers and homeowners.
Join WHYY and the Welcoming Center for a presentation of the latest finds of research from The Pew Charitable Trusts focusing on Philadelphia’s foreign-born workers and business owners. This new series of reports present data-driven profiles of foreign-born entrepreneurs and workers, including the kinds of businesses they run, what sectors employ them, the wages they earn and more.
The event will also feature:
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A conversation with Zeke Hernandez, author of “The Truth about Immigration”
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A panel discussion featuring three immigrant business owners sharing their experiences launching and maintaining businesses in Philadelphia
Date and Time: Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 9:00-10:30 AM
Location: WHYY, 150 North Sixth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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