In his 20-plus years with Harlem Children's Zone, Inc., Geoffrey Canada has become nationally recognized for his pioneering work helping children and families in Harlem and as a passionate advocate for education reform. Launched in 1997, the Harlem Children's Zone targets 100 blocks in Central Harlem with a comprehensive range of services for children and parents from birth to college. In October 2005, Canada was named one of "America's Best Leaders" by U.S. News and World Report.

He will speak on education.