Better Together:
Equity, Employment, and Representation
Panel Description:
Join us for an engaging conversation on how Bangor can continue to grow as a welcoming community for all. Our panelists will explore how local government, nonprofit advocacy, and community leadership can work together to create opportunities for immigrants, people of color, and underrepresented groups.
Topics will include:
Inclusive hiring practices in the city
Advocacy and support services for new Mainers and multicultural communities
The role of policy and civic leadership in promoting equity
Real stories of progress and challenges in Bangor
How community members can engage and make a difference
This panel brings together:
Biguita Hernandez Smith, City of Bangor representative with nitiatives in workforce development, business outreach, and cross-border partnerships
Juana Rodriguez, Executive Director of Mano en Mano, advocating for immigrant rights and access
Amy Roeder, local legislator and arts advocate, representing Bangor’s commitment to equity and representation