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ITF Women’s Committee Focuses on Key Issues
Members of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Women’s Committee met in London to focus on the unique needs of women workers in the global transportation industry. The ITF Women’s Committee includes labor representatives from transportation industries throughout the world, including IAM Transportation Grand Lodge Representative Dora Cervantes.
Plan Now to Attend IAM Human Rights Conference
The IAM conference, themed Embracing Diversity in the House of Labor, will be held September 1st – 5th at the Buena Vista Palace in the Walt Disney Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL. A special discounted rate of $109 plus tax per night, single or double occupancy, has been arranged. To ensure the special rate, call 1-866-246-6563 and identify yourself as being with the “IAM Machinists Human Rights Conference.” Reservations must be made by August 1, 2011 to qualify for the discounted rate.
Women Organizers Making History Today
Today all around the world women are leading the fight for equal rights.
On March 29th a group of women and community organizers in Washington D.C. came together to help bring awareness to those who face oppression.
Fighting for the Women of Walmart
April 1, 2011 - In 2000, Betty Dukes, a 54-year old Walmart worker filed a sex discrimination suit against Walmart alleging that because she was a woman, she never received the appropriate training needed to advance to a higher position.
Last Chance to Take 2010 Ask a Working Woman Survey
The cut-off date to take the 2010 Ask a Working Woman survey, sponsored by Working America and the AFL-CIO, is this Friday, August 13.
The questionnaire takes about 7 minutes to complete and gives working
women the opportunity to voice their concerns and hopes about the
future.
Don't miss your opportunity to participate. Take the survey now by clicking here.
Take the ‘Ask a Working Woman’ Survey
Working women in America have a golden opportunity to answer the age-old question; “What do women want?” by taking the 2010 Ask a Working Woman survey.Women's Health Week Highlights HPV Prevention
Women often postpone their own check ups and physicals to take care of other family members’ health needs. During the week of May 9 -15, women are encouraged to remember their own health concerns, schedule appointments and educate themselves on symptoms and preventive measures for illnesses that are specific to women. One such illness is cervical cancer and the predominate cause, the human papilloma virus (HPV).IAM Mourns Civil Rights Matriarch
Civil rights activist and longtime president of the National Council of Negro Women Dorothy Height died this morning. She was 98.IAM Mourns Civil Rights Matriarch
Civil rights activist and longtime president of the National Council of Negro Women Dorothy Height died this morning. She was 98.Making WIA Work
April 9, 2010 - In 1998, President Clinton signed into law the Workforce Investment Act or WIA. Legislation creating a national workforce preparation and employment system to help both job seekers and employers. But recent studies show that more needs to be done to make WIA work for women.Enroll Now for Women’s Basic Program in May
The IAM Women’s Basic program will be held May 2-7, 2010 at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, MD.Federal Workers Group Salutes Lilly Ledbetter
IAM representatives took part in recent a celebration of Women’s History Month that featured fair pay trailblazer Lilly Ledbetter and actress Tanya Blount. The event was hosted by the Federal Triangle Partnership, consisting of the U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Agency for International Development, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and the United States Postal Service.International Women’s Day to Focus on JOBS Now!
The IAM is calling for JOBS Now! in commemoration of this International Women’s Day, Monday, March 8, 2010. International Women’s Day is a day when thousands around the world gather to mark the many economic, political and social successes and struggles of women past, present – and future.IAM Says JOBS Now! For International Women’s Day
In anticipation of International Women’s Day, Monday, March 8, 2010, the IAM Women’s and Human Rights Department is encouraging members to take part in the IAM campaign to create JOBS Now! for 30 million unemployed Americans.Support International Women’s Day
The IAM is joining organizations, governments and women's groups around the globe in celebration of International Women's Day, Monday, March 8, to mark the many economic, political and social successes attributed to women.
This year, on International Women's Day and during the entire month of March (Women's History Month), the IAM is calling on all our members to join in the JOBS Now! campaign. "JOBS Now! is about getting people back to work and putting our country on the road to recovery," says Executive Assistant Diane Babineaux. "Nothing provides more opportunity and security for our members and their families than equal access to good paying jobs with decent benefits. We must join together in telling Congress American needs JOBS Now!
Send an online postcard to your elected representatives
Download International Women's Day handouts for distribution
Learn more about International Women's Day
Support International Women’s Day
The IAM Women’s and Human Rights Department is urging members to take action today in honor of International Women’s Day, Monday, March 8, 2010.Talk Loud, Talk Proud
February 3, 2010 - It's the second most common cancer found in women and it's almost 100% preventable.Getting the Facts on Cervical Cancer
Every year 500,000 women develop cervical cancer and almost 300,000 die because they don't have the knowledge or access to preventative measures. Almost every case of cervical cancer can be prevented through programs using the Pap Test, HPV Test and the HPV Vaccine.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness month and the perfect time to resolve to be informed decisions about your health. Take the "Pearl of Wisdom" pledge and learn more about HPV and its link to Cervical Cancer.
You can also order your Pearl of Wisdom pin, which is made by IAM members from Local Lodge 447!
Preparing Women Machinists for Leadership
Jamuary 8, 2009 - “Women’s Basic” is a unique course offered at the IAM Winpisinger Center. As you’ll see, the week-long session is preparing women Machinists for labor leadership at the local lodge level.Women: The Face of Future Labor Unions
December 8, 2009 - According to a study released by the Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR), women are on their way to becoming the majority of members in the American labor movement. In addition to this IAM news video, feel free to read the entire research report paper at www.cepr.net .Women: The Face of Future Labor Unions
December 8, 2009 - According to a study released by the Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR), women are on their way to becoming the majority of members in the American labor movement. In addition to this IAM news video, feel free to read the entire research report paper at www.cepr.net .CLUW Convention Elects New Leadership
The Coalition of Labor Union Women’s (CLUW) 15th Biennial Convention concluded in Los Angeles, CA, after four days of collaborating on ways to strengthen the labor movement and nurture future female union leaders.IAM Dedicates Memorial to Anna Samick
Friends, family and co-workers gathered at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center to dedicate a memorial to Anna Samick, the first female business representative to teach at the Center and one of the IAM’s pioneering female union leaders.CLUW Chapter Honors Linda Henderson
Virginia State Council of Machinists Secretary-Treasurer and Local 2531 member Linda Henderson received the 2009 “Woman of the Year” award from the Western Virginia chapter of the Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW).
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