If you want to understand how economic forces and decisions affect our work and our ability to organize and represent our members effectively, this study is for you. Topics include the labor market, inequality and poverty, growth and unemployment, the role of government, and globalization. Space is limited and you must pre-register. Co-sponsored by UMass Amherst LEP, the Hampshire Franklin Central Labor Council and the Center for Popular Economics. Campaign planning and development, researching your employer, membership mobilization, allies in the community and bargaining strategies are the major topic areas to be covered.
Cost varies depending on the number of participants from a local union.
Injured and at-risk workers, community groups, unions and labor activists and health professionals will also be in attendance. Thursday, March 1 at Suffolk Downs, East Boston. Volunteers who enjoy event planning, program layout and graphics, and doing outreach are needed for the annual dinner planning committee. Open meeting for immigrants and supporters to discuss what immigrant rights victories are winnable in the U.S. Congress. United Auto Workers Local 2322 is currently in tough, contentious negotiations with ServiceNet over contract terms for about 200 workers.