Truth Talks is an initiative from the NYSUT Members of Color Affinity and Action project and Many Threads, One Fabric that seeks to amplify the contributions of diverse communities that have been overlooked in traditional narratives. We invite you to watch the conversations below.
Events Coming Up
Join us on Friday, May 30th, @ 2:00 p.m. for
Bridging Struggles: Jewish American Heritage and the Fight for Equity
In honor of Jewish Heritage Month, join us for a powerful Truth Talks conversation exploring the rich legacy of Jewish American activism at the crossroads of civil rights, labor and education. Featuring esteemed advocates Alan Lubin (former Executive VP of NYSUT) and Arieh Lebowitz (Executive Director of the Jewish Labor Committee), we’ll examine Jewish Americans' historical and ongoing role in advancing equity, solidarity, and justice for all.
Join us on Thursday, May 22nd, @ 5:30 p.m. for
Honoring Asian American and Pacific Islanders in the Labor Movement
To celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this installment of TruthTalks will feature Mikayla Vu, Field Representative for AFT Massachusetts and is the MA Chapter appointee to the APALA National. Mikayla assists locals in organizing, grievance handling, and contract negotiations all with the intention to strengthen local unions and improve worker rights in the workplace.
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