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March is Women’s History Month, and today is International Women’s Day, a time to honor the achievements of women and call attention to the work still left to be done.

Observed globally since 1911, International Women’s Day was created to raise awareness of women’s rights, and this year’s theme is #BalanceforBetter—focusing on creating a more gender-balanced world.
The labor movement’s history is rich with the contributions of women who have led the efforts to achieve progress for all. Here are the top four things we have done to advance women and working families in the workplace: Source: The Labor Wire, AFL-CIO
Women's Month Labor Quote
“Never be deceived that the rich will allow you to vote away their wealth.”
- Lucy Parson

(The IWW founder and labor organizer died March 7,1942)
Source: Union City

SMART CELEBRATES WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK

The International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART) is joining our sisters across the building trades in celebrating Women in Construction Week. “The apprenticeship program has changed my life,” said SMART member Catie Rogers in a video promoting the union’s training opportunities. “I knew that they were going to pay me to teach me. And then, I found out about the health and welfare you get. I found out about the associate’s degree you get.” You can find a nearby SMART training center here!                                                           Source: AFL-CIO Dispatch

Message from County Executive, Angela Alsobrooks

It is with great pleasure that I announce this year's keynote speaker for the 34th Annual Women's History Month Luncheon, April Ryan.  A White House Correspondent, author and visionary, Ms. Ryan is the perfect woman to be this year's keynote speaker under our theme, Visionary Women. 

We hope you have already bought your tickets for this event, as they are selling fast and you won't want to miss out on Ms. Ryan's keynote address.  She will also be hosting a book signing after the event is over.

The luncheon will be held next Thursday, March 21, at 11:30 AM at Martin's Crosswinds in Greenbelt, MD.  If you have not yet purchased a ticket, we still have some available.  Tickets can be purchased online at our website here.  You can also find out more information about purchasing a ticket by sending an email to: PGCWHML@co.pg.md.us.  

I cannot wait to host the 34th annual Women's History Month Luncheon, and I hope to see you all there next week! 

2019 MGM Scholarships for HS Seniors

High school seniors attending schools within the vicinity of the MGM complex (Crossland, Friendly, Oxon Hill
and Potomac) may apply for $5,000 scholarships through the MGM Prince George's County Local Development
Council Scholarship Program. Applications are due March 15.

Click here for more information.
(Source: Engage PGCPS)

Rebuild America's Schools Act Introduced in the House

The Rebuild America’s Schools Act in the U.S. House of Representatives would authorize $100 billion in grants and bonds to construct, modernize, repair, renovate or retrofit public school facilities. Introduced at the end of January by new House Education & Labor Committee Chair Bobby Scott (D-Va.), the bill is a clear indication the new Congress is dedicated to putting public schools first.

“Chair Scott’s bill represents not only a much-needed boost to America’s public schools, but an investment in their future health and in the futures of public school students and educators,” said AFSA President Ernest Logan. As principals, assistant principals and school leaders in charge of many of the public school buildings that need an overhaul, AFSA members should follow this legislation and contact their member of Congress to voice support for the legislation.
                      - Source: AFSA via ActionNetwork & NEA

ASASP's Executive Director, Doris Reed, with Dave Grogan (left) and the newly elected Chairman of Prince
George's County House Delegation, Michael Jackson (right). Congratulations Delegate Jackson!

ASASP 11 Month Calendar (210 Days) 2018-2019

Click HERE to view and print the 210 Day Calendar

Paid sick leave becomes law in MD

The legislation allows workers at companies with 15 workers or more to earn up to five days a year of paid sick leave, which they could also use for such matters as going to court to obtain a protective order against domestic violence or dealing with the aftermath of sexual assault. A worker will be able to earn an hour of sick leave for every 30 hours they work. It will benefit about 700,000 Maryland workers. Read the Washington Post report here 
(Source: Union City www.unionist.com)

Labor Quote:

"Sit down and read. Educate yourself for the coming conflicts"
- Mary Harris "Mother Jones"
(Source: Union City)

Labor History:

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) took effect today. The first law signed by President Clinton, it allows
many workers time off each year due to serious health conditions or to care for a family member - Aug. 5, 1993
(Source: Union city www.unionist.com)

36 Reasons why you should thank a Union:

To read the list of 36 reasons you should thank a union, click HERE

Labor 411: Making it Easy to Buy Union

Don't know if something is union-made? Search Consumer Products at www.labor411.org for an extensive list of union foods, goods, and products or search City Directories for local union businesses. That's why we're here: Making it easy to buy union and to empower you to create a better life for you and your family.