MID-ATLANTIC AFRICAN AMERICAN GENEALOGY CONFERENCE Saturday, April 19, 2008 - Cherry Hill, NJ On Saturday, April 19, 2008, nationally known specialists will gather to convey the wealth of resources and techniques available for African American genealogical research. Sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), and co-sponsored by African-American Genealogy Group, Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society and the African American Museum In Philadelphia, the Mid-Atlantic African American Genealogy Conference (MAAAGC) will feature notable figures and key topics in African American genealogy: . Dr. Rick Kittles, Scientific Director of African Ancestry Inc, and featured geneticist in the popular PBS specials "African American Lives" and "Finding Oprah's Roots" Dr. Kittles specializes in tracing ancestry using DNA testing and will be the keynote speaker. . Reginald Washington, African American Genealogy Specialist at the National Archives . Khadijah Matin, National President of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society More than 20 one-hour genealogical sessions for beginning and intermediate researchers including: (View the attached schedule. ) . Military and Slavery Records . Native American Ancestry . Internet/Technology Tools . Repositories . Family Involvement . Research Tips and Techniques, and more. Need help with a difficult genealogical problem? Pre-register, submit your problem and receive help during the "brick wall" session. Mark April 19th on your calendar now and share it with your friends. You can find us on the web at www.maaagc.com. For advance registration information for you or your organization, contact: Sudie Bradley maaagc@gmail.com/ 856-468-7564