Embracing Equality for All
Dear LCLAA Members, Familia and Supporters,
On the significant occasion of Human Rights Day, we take a moment to reflect on the fundamental principles that embrace our collective struggle for a more just and equitable society.
Human Rights Day serves as a poignant reminder that the rights and dignity of every individual must be upheld and protected. Human rights and workers' rights are intricately intertwined, and as we commemorate this day, it is crucial to acknowledge the progress made and the challenges that lie ahead.
We stand firm in our commitment to advocate for the rights of workers, fair wages, safe workplaces, and the freedom to organize and collectively bargain. When we come together, we become a powerful force that can bring about positive change for the society at large.
In the face of emerging challenges, we must remain vigilant in defending human rights, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Let’s continue educating, inspiring, and mobilizing to contribute actively to the ongoing fight for a world where every person's rights are respected and upheld. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on the journey toward a more just and humane society.
In solidarity,
Evelyn DeJesus
LCLAA National President.
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In this new episode: 118 Days, La Victoria de los Trabajadores in the Entertainment Industry we join actress Chelsea Rendon, member of SAG-AFTRA, to untie the impact and significance of the hard-fought agreement reached by Latino actors, actrices and workers in the industry. From adversity to triumph, we discover how this pivotal moment shapes the future of representation and better working conditions para todos los trabajadores.
Listen to our podcast at Spotify, Apple Podcast and More!
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Grow The LCLAA Movement and join or renew the membership drive. As the year turns, we invite workers to come together to continue our mission to educate, organize and mobilize Latinos in the labor movement to expand efforts to improve workers rights and influence in the political process of our Nation.
Find more information to renew or join to the LCLAA's membership go here!
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Apply to Trabajadoras Fellowship! This six-month program prepares Latinas fellows to promote gender equality within the communities, engage in coalition building, participate and coordinate civic engagement efforts to raise awareness regarding the Latina worker priorities, including closing the gender, ethnic and racial wage gap.
Application can be found here.
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Human Rights Day December 10th, marks the 75th Anniversary of one of the world's most groundbreaking pledges: Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The document of this achievement enshrines the inalienable rights that everyone is entitle to as a human being, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, language, political opinion, national origine or other status.
To learn more about LCLAA's Human Rights policies and work go here.
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December 8th: LCLAA DC Metro Chapter will held a Christmas Kareoke Night in Washington DC to celebrate and receive Toy donations. For more information go to here!
December 10th: DMV Trades Women's Heartbeats to Hardhats is inviting you and your family to their workshop! This event is an opportunity to build a larger coalition with new voices and suggestions, outreach for non-union Tradeswomen and to inspire the next generation of the labor movement and workforce. Please email kpineda@lclaa.org if you are interested in attending. Tradeswomen and their children are welcome! Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/ypx52tt3
December 13th: LCLAA Central Florida Chapter will celebrate its Annual Toy Drive and Christmas with Familia y amigos. Toys will be donate to the Orlando Union Rescue Mission. More information here!
January 12th - January 14th: Join the 2024 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference in Montgomery, AL from January 12-14, 2024. Register today! https://themlkconference.org/
Find out more information about the LCLAA events and how to register here!
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Reuters: Members of the SAG-AFTRA union approved a three-year contract with mayor studios on Tuesday, formally ending six months of Hollywood labor disputes that halted film and television production. Read more here.
CNN Business: Hundreds of staffers at The Washington Post are set to strike for 24 hours on Thursday, protesting recently announced cuts to the newspaper's workforce and applying pressure on management to reach an agreement on a new union contract. Read more here.
CBS News: Austin nurses went on strike for the second time in six month to protest what they describe as "unsafe conditions" at Ascension Seton. Nurses are members of the National Nurses United (NNU). Read more here.
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LCLAA | Communications and Policy Associate: To learn more about the position click here. All candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references and a writing sample. Please send materials to Karla Pineda, Deputy Director at headquarters@lclaa.org. The deadline to apply is December 30th, 2023.
LCLAA | Chapter Development and Field Coordinator: To learn more about the position click here. All candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references and a writing sample. Please send materials to Karla Pineda, Deputy Director at headquarters@lclaa.org. The deadline to apply is December 30th, 2023.
LCLAA | Advocacy, Communications and Policy Internship Program: LCLAA’s Internship Program exposes interns to administrative, communications, research, and legislative advocacy work. For more information email kpineda@lclaa.org. The deadline to apply for the spring quarter is February 15th, 2024.
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El Avance is published by the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA), the leading national organization for Latino(a) workers and their families. Since its inception in 1972, LCLAA has remained a grassroots organization driven and directed by Latino labor leaders who understand the importance of unionization in helping workers secure rights and protections on the job, empowering them to become voices for justice and change in their communities. To help us continue our support for workers, please consider donating to LCLAA and becoming a member. Thank you!
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