What is the Labor Alliance for Latin American Advancement

The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) is a national organization representing the interests of approximately 1.7 million Latino/a trade unionists throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.

The IAM is well represented within LCLAA.  IAM members in LCLAA's leadership include:
GVP Robert Martinez (Southern Territory), Executive Vice President of LCLAA's National Executive Board, GVP Garry Allen (Western Territory), LCLAA National Executive Board Member and Tony Padilla, TCU/IAM, LCLAA National Executive Board member.

LCLAA Announces Convention in Las Vegas

The LCLAA convention promises to be a bellwether for the Latino vote and an opportunity to promote the needs of our community. As part of its 37th Celebration, LCLAA will host a series of events including a women's leadership luncheon with Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis (invited), a town hall meeting with exciting congressional speakers, as well as important workshops and discussions on the key issues for Latinos and labor, such as: immigration, green jobs and climate change, wage theft, Latino young workers, EFCA, education, midterm elections and the Latino vote.

Take advantage of our early registration fee of $200 which includes: Welcome Reception, (2) Breakfasts, access to all Plenary Sessions, Workshops, Exhibit Area, Closing Gala and more

EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JULY 16th.   Click here for additional registration iformation.