Environmental racism isn’t history - it’s happening now. This Black History Month, the Society joined with the Canadian Labour Congress and unions across Canada in calling for an end to environmental racism as the federal government develops its first National Strategy on Environmental Racism and Environmental Justice. Black workers’ survival and well-being depend on equitable access to good, safe jobs, as well as meaningful government action to address the root causes of income inequality and the climate crisis. This is a critical moment to correct longstanding harms faced by Black workers and communities. Members are encouraged to learn more and add their voices to this call to action.
On Feb. 27, members also participated in the “Building Community by Addressing the State of Hate” workshop, part of a series delivered by the Canadian Anti-Hate Network. The session focused on reflection, awareness and practical ways to foster safer, stronger and more inclusive communities - including in our workplaces.
We thank all members who took part and who continue to champion respect, solidarity and equality on the job. By learning from one another and confronting hate and discrimination wherever they appear, we strengthen our union and the communities we serve.
Learn more: https://canadianlabour.ca/black-history-month-unions-demand-action-on-environmental-racism/
The recording from the Anti-hate webinar on Feb. 27 is available on the Society's e-learning site: https://elearning.thesociety.ca/
Past Webinars/ Lunch & Learns:
If you were unable to attend the Workplace Harassment Lunch & Learn on February 12 , you can view the recording here.
