Unity and Organization is Crucial Among Workers
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In 2023 more than half a million workers from the auto industry, actors and actresses, trabajadores de hoteles, and restaurants staged nearly 400 strikes in the country. The outcome of these actions and the negotiations carried out by unions resulted in better contracts and salary increases. Nuestras voces fueron escuchadas.
That is why it's crucial to emphasize the importance of unity and organization among workers. Whether you're a flight attendant, a costume designer, an auto worker in Alabama, or hotel workers, or actors and actresses in California, our strength lies in our collective action and voice.
Organization is the cornerstone of our movement. When we stand together, we amplify our voices, magnify our impact, and create meaningful change. Through solidarity, we not only protect our own rights but also pave the way for a fairer and more just society for all.
Our individual voice is easily dismissed, but our collective voice wielded strength beyond measure. In the journey towards unionization, we must keep in mind that this journey will be successful if it is fueled by the understanding that unions need workers as much as workers need unions.
In Solidarity,
Evelyn DeJesus
LCLAA National President.
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LCLAA supporting AFT's book distribution
LCLAA's National Team supported The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) in Fairfax County, Virginia, in their remarkable book distribution event. Over 400 books were dispersed within the community. What made this event even more inclusive and impactful was the distribution of books in Spanish, reflecting a commitment to serving diverse linguistic communities.
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This initiative not only promoted literacy but also celebrated cultural diversity, ensuring that resources were accessible to a wider audience. Through such efforts, the American Federation of Teachers demonstrated a dedication to fostering education and community engagement, leaving a positive imprint on the local area.
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LCLAA and Earthjustice advocating for NEPA Act
LCLAA Chapter Presidents and members of New York, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, alongside with our partners from Earthjustice gather in Capitol Hill to advocate for higher standards for workers and communities including in the National Environmental Policy Act, known as NEPA Act.
NEPA Act. is crucial to safeguarding workers rights and ensuring workplace safety practices to protect not only our communities but Latinos families.
LCLAA and Earthjustice team, also met with representatives from The Council on Environmental Quality of The White House
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By strengthening NEPA, we prioritize the health and well-being of all individuals in their work environments. This act not only protects our natural surroundings but also establishes standards that promote safe working conditions, reducing hazards and ensuring the welfare of workers nationwide. Our advocacy ensures that every worker has the right to a safe and healthy workplace environment
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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 February 29th, 2024.
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 February 29th, 2024.
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 summer quarter is April 30th, 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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