2024 Malibu Library Speaker Series Continues March 20 with Child Welfare Expert and Author David Ambroz
The 2024 season of the Malibu Library Speaker Series continues with child welfare expert and author David Ambroz discussing his book about the foster care system, and children growing up in poverty and homelessness in America. The event takes place Wednesday, March 20, 7:00 PM at the Malibu Library.
“Please join us in an illuminating and inspiring discussion about the shocking conditions of the foster care system and children growing up in poverty and homelessness in America, and what can be done to address it,” said Mayor Steve Uhring. “I applaud the Malibu Library Speaker Series for continuing to bring excellent cultural events that enrich the life of our community, educate, inspire and entertain.”
There are millions of homeless children in America today, and in “A Place Called Home: A Memoir,” award-winning child welfare advocate David Ambroz writes about growing up homeless in New York for 11 years and his subsequent years in foster care. His book offers a window into what so many children living in poverty experience every day.
David Ambroz is a national poverty and child welfare expert and advocate. President Barack Obama recognized him as an American Champion of Change. He is the Head of Community Engagement (West) for Amazon. Previously, he led Corporate Social Responsibility for Walt Disney Television, served as president of the Los Angeles City Planning Commission, and as a California Child Welfare Councilmember. After growing up homeless and then in foster care, he graduated from Vassar College and later from UCLA School of Law. He is a foster dad and lives in Los Angeles.
Space is limited, and RSVPs are required for this free event. The Malibu Library is located at 23519 Civic Center Way, Malibu. For more information or to RSVP, visit the webpage or call the Malibu Library at 310-456-6438.