Calling all MAT Leaders and Stewards: Join us for Labor Notes' New York City Troublemakers School on Saturday, November 19th!
Bringing together union members, labor activists, and local officers, a Troublemakers School is an incredible space for networking, building solidarity, and sharing successes, strategy, and inspiration. It’s a real shot in the arm for newbies and seasoned activists alike.
Members who attend will get inspired. Hear speakers from the front lines of recent struggles.
They’ll also get trained. The one-day conference features interactive workshops, panels and meetings, ranging from crucial basic skills like helping your colleagues beat apathy to advanced topics like winning first contracts and running for union office.
When: 9AM-3PM on Saturday, November 19th, 2022
Where: Beacon High School, 522 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036
Workshops will include:
- Beating Apathy
- Steward Rights
- Running for Union Office
- Assertive Grievance Handling
- Winning First Contracts
- New Organizing
- Race and Labor
- ...and more!
Tentative schedule:
Opening Plenary - 9-9:30
Workshop Block 1 - 9:45-11:15
Lunch - 11:15-12:15
Workshop Block 2 - 12:15-1:45
Closing Plenary - 2-2:30