State’s Attorney Hosts Unity Conference

Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez, along with members of the office’s Advisory Councils, presented a one day seminar aimed at informing and empowering community members on the topic of internet crimes.

“Exploring Internet Crimes: Law Enforcement and Community Crime Prevention Strategies,” was the theme for the 6 th Annual Unity Conference, held in commemoration of Unity Month.  The conference gave participants the opportunity to learn how law enforcement is combating internet crimes and tips on how not to become a victim of them.

During the conference, State’s Attorney Alvarez presented the Community Empowerment Award to Laurie Nathan, Deputy Director of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children for the organization’s work to protect children from internet predators.

The Unity Conference was held September 10th at the UIC Forum in Chicago.

Photo Caption: Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez (left) presented the 2014 Community Empowerment Award to Laurie Nathan, Deputy Director of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children for the organization’s work and partnership withthe State’s Attorney’s Office to protect children from internet predator