She will also review how each board handles ULP charges. Sponsored by the Mass AFL-CIO and the UMass Labor Extension program. The Impact on Women, Communities of Color and Immigrants is the theme of this year s conference. Childcare and scholarships are available. 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.
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. A 15-week training program in Spanish for immigrant women workers to learn about workplace rights and how to defend them. Topics include workplace health and safety, self-esteem, public speaking, ergonomics and much more. Childcare is provided.