U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights Civil Rights Analyst Badar Tareen speaks during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "Title VI - What You Need To Know: Laws, Regulations, Executive Orders and Cases" at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Deputy Chief Peter Gray, at podium, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Ad Hoc Analytics Consultant Frances Burden, seen, and other panelists Division Federal Coordination and Compliance Section Deputy Chief Daria E. Neal, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Division Deputy Chief Shaheena Simon, and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Legislation and Regulations Federal Transit Administration Assistant Chief Counsel Bonnie Graves, answer questions, during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Investigating Discriminatory Impact Claims,” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue, workshop, panel and town hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing –Why it matters to your work” is lead by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity(OFHEO) Legislative Initiatives and Outreach (LIO) Office of Policy Deputy Assistant Secretary George D. Williams, Sr., HUD Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) Management and Program Analyst Adam Norlander, and HUD OFHEO Regional Director Melody Taylor-Blancher, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing –Why it matters to your work” is lead by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity(OFHEO) Legislative Initiatives and Outreach (LIO) Office of Policy Deputy Assistant Secretary George D. Williams, Sr., HUD Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) Management and Program Analyst Adam Norlander, and HUD OFHEO Regional Director Melody Taylor-Blancher, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Education Program Legal Group (Title IX) Office for Civil Rights Attorney Amanda Dallo, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) Management Analyst David Roman, standing, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ Civil Rights Division (CR) Educational Opportunities Section Emily McCarthy leads the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Title IX Compliance,”

at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. workshop, panel and town hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Recent Developments and What You Need to Know" co-lead by U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Disability Rights Team Supervisory Attorney Anne Hoogstraten, red jacket, and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Highway Administration Office of Civil Rights Senior Policy and Regulatory Specialist Candace Groudine, Ph.D., black jacket, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights Civil Rights Analyst Badar Tareen speaks during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "Title VI - What You Need To Know: Laws, Regulations, Executive Orders and Cases" at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing –Why it matters to your work” is lead by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity(OFHEO) Legislative Initiatives and Outreach (LIO) Office of Policy Deputy Assistant Secretary George D. Williams, Sr., HUD Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) Management and Program Analyst Adam Norlander, and HUD OFHEO Regional Director Melody Taylor-Blancher, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Disability Rights Team Supervisory Attorney Anne Hoogstraten, seen, and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Highway Administration Office of Civil Rights Senior Policy and Regulatory Specialist Candace Groudine, Ph.D., co-lead the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Recent Developments and What You Need to Know" at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights Civil Rights Analyst Badar Tareen speaks during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "Title VI - What You Need To Know: Laws, Regulations, Executive Orders and Cases" at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing –Why it matters to your work” is lead by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity(OFHEO) Legislative Initiatives and Outreach (LIO) Office of Policy Deputy Assistant Secretary George D. Williams, Sr., HUD Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) Management and Program Analyst Adam Norlander, and HUD OFHEO Regional Director Melody Taylor-Blancher, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "EEO Investigator Training: Updates and Best Practices," lead by, U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board Administrative Judge / Graduate School USA Instructor Gay Chase, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, workshop Accountability & Compliance, moderated by USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation Office of Compliance Director David Leon King, black print tie, with speakers Office of Adjudication Director Carl-Martin Ruiz, striped tie, Policy Division Acting Chief and Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation, Office of Compliance Deputy Director Anna Stroman, black outfit, Compliance Division Chief Bobbie Moore, blue scarf, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Lunch is ready at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, workshop Accountability & Compliance, moderated by USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation Office of Compliance, Compliance Division Chief Bobbie Moore speaking at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Assistant Secretary Dr. Joe Leonard hears his cue and heads to the podium to introduce Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

USDA and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Department of Education Program Legal Group (Title IX) Office for Civil Rights Attorney Amanda Dallo, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) Management Analyst David Roman, standing, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ Civil Rights Division (CR) Educational Opportunities Section Emily McCarthy leads the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Title IX Compliance,”

at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. workshop, panel and town hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack makes the keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. He took the opportunity to comment on the importance of American Sign Language interpreters. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

A question is asked during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Religious Discrimination in the Workplace,” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue, workshop, panel and town hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Attorney General Deputy Assistant Eve Hill makes opening remarks at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Assistant Secretary Dr. Joe Leonard collects his thoughts and listens for his cue to enter and introduce Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

USDA and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "EEO Investigator Training: Updates and Best Practices," lead by, U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board Administrative Judge / Graduate School USA Instructor Gay Chase, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Chris Emanuel, right, arrives and signs in to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and EPA sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Participants from many departments and entities attend the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, workshop Accountability & Compliance, moderated by USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation Office of Compliance Deputy Director Anna Stroman, black outfit, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, workshop Accountability & Compliance, moderated by USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation Office of Compliance Director David Leon King, black print tie, with speakers Office of Adjudication Director Carl-Martin Ruiz, striped tie, Policy Division Acting Chief and Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation, Office of Compliance Deputy Director Anna Stroman, black outfit, Compliance Division Chief Bobbie Moore, blue scarf, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop “Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing –Why it matters to your work” is lead by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity(OFHEO) Legislative Initiatives and Outreach (LIO) Office of Policy Deputy Assistant Secretary George D. Williams, Sr., HUD Office of Community Planning and Development (OCPD) Management and Program Analyst Adam Norlander, and HUD OFHEO Regional Director Melody Taylor-Blancher, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, workshop Accountability & Compliance, moderated by USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation Office of Compliance Director David Leon King at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Vice Chair Patricia Timmons-Goodson speaks during the luncheon at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, workshop Accountability & Compliance, moderated by USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation Office of Compliance Director David Leon King, black print tie, with speakers Office of Adjudication Director Carl-Martin Ruiz, striped tie, Policy Division Acting Chief and Policy, Training and Cultural Transformation, Office of Compliance Deputy Director Anna Stroman, black outfit, Compliance Division Chief Bobbie Moore, blue scarf, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "EEO Investigator Training: Updates and Best Practices," lead by, U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board Administrative Judge / Graduate School USA Instructor Gay Chase, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights Civil Rights Analyst Badar Tareen speaks during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "Title VI - What You Need To Know: Laws, Regulations, Executive Orders and Cases" at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Sunrise during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Deputy Assistant Secretary Frederick Pfaeffle Arana makes closing remarks at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsors the National Civil Rights Conference at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue, workshop, panel and town hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. Organizer’s intention is for conference participants to have a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop " Title VII - What You Need To Know: EEOC Legal/Policy Update," lead by, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Office of Federal Operation, Outreach Coordinator, Federal Training & Outreach Attorney Advisor Timothy C. Bladek, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Assistant Secretary Dr. Joe Leonard introduces Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

USDA and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Attendees arrive and sign in to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

USDA Forest Service (FS) (Washington) Office of Civil Rights Accountability and Compliance Manager Jenniffer Chedar Kiessling presents a question to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack after his keynote address at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Attendees arrive and sign in to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. A portion of the distinctive Ansary Peace Dove roof is seen outside the windows.

This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Attendees arrive and sign in to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Assistant Secretary Dr. Joe Leonard introduces Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

USDA and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop " Title VII - What You Need To Know: EEOC Legal/Policy Update," lead by, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Office of Federal Operation, Outreach Coordinator, Federal Training & Outreach Attorney Advisor Timothy C. Bladek, at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Attorney General Deputy Assistant Eve Hill makes opening remarks at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Sunrise during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is the keynote speaker at the inaugural National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Attendees listen to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR) Assistant Secretary Dr. Joe Leonard's introduction of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

USDA and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Division Trial Attorney Michael Khoury speaks during the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference workshop "Title VI - What You Need To Know: Laws, Regulations, Executive Orders and Cases" at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Civil Rights Director Velveta Golightly-Howell makes opening remarks at the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsor the National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration.

Intermission and time that attendees take to network with colleagues and other civil rights professionals, before breakout sessions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. A portion of the distinctive Ansary Peace Dove roof is seen outside the windows.

This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored National Civil Rights Conference, “21st Century Civil Rights: Integrity. Integration. Innovation. Initiative” at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015. This interactive training event will feature voices of experience, research, discussions, and thought-provoking dialogue. Workshop, Panel and Town Hall sessions will feature representatives from federal and local governments, tribes, community groups, business and industry, public interest groups, academia, and other entities. The integrative forum will provide conference participants an opportunity to network with colleagues representing a variety of interests who are from diverse organizations. Conference participants will accrue informative and productive resources that can support their individual program goals and objectives. We wish every conference participant a productive and positive experience through innovation and collaboration. USDA photo by Lance Cheung.