Introduction Welcome to MDC MDC s mission is to create pathways to economic opportunity. We analyze trends and develop policies, programs, and institutional and community capacity to address challenges that impede progress for the South and its people, with an emphasis on approaches that benefit poor people and poor places. This seminar series focuses on the globalization of the Southern economy and the implications for the region's workforce and communities. Based on State of the South 2000 .
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The submission deadline is February 28, 2001. This edition focuses on the impact of globalization. The State of the South is an insightful and easily readable document for understanding the dramatic demographic and economic changes shaping our region. Everyone working for social change in the South should read this book. It has new information and a keen analysis that can help you better understand the context for your work.