4087464 1099550 4087464 4932 Global Perspectives and International Initiatives global-perspectives-and-international-initiatives https://events.ucf.edu/calendar/4932/global-perspectives-and-international-initiatives/ Puerto Rico Political Status Dialogue with Martin E. Rivera and Alberto C. Medina Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:00:00 -0400 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0400 Barbara Ying Center BYC-101
US United States
en-US The Puerto Rico Research Hub presents a moderated dialogue on Puerto Rican political status featuring Martin E. Rivera, Director of Advocacy for the Puerto Rico Statehood Council, and Alberto C. Medina, President of Boricuas Unidos en la Diáspora (BUDPR).

Drawing on backgrounds in public policy, advocacy, journalism, and authorship, both speakers will examine the historical context and contemporary realities surrounding Puerto Rico’s political status. The discussion will explore how statehood, sovereignty, and self-determination continue to shape policy, identity, and civic engagement on the island and within the Puerto Rican diaspora.

Date:
March 10, 2026

Time:
5 P.M. - 8 P.M.

Location:
Barbara Ying Center (BYC)
12815 Scholarship Drive, Orlando Fl 32816

Free pizza and refreshments will be available. Look at the flyer here.

Registration is required to attend this event.

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