CUPE Alberta Women’s Committee Update
Webinar
The Alberta Women’s Committee is pleased to share a video featuring Local CUPE advocates to acknowledge the importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Monday, September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day that coincides with Orange Shirt Day, recognizing the tragic legacy of residential schools, missing children, families left behind, and survivors of these institutions.
As we honour this significance and continue to raise awareness and learn about and contribute to reconciliation, the Alberta Women’s Committee invites you to watch this webinar as part of your reflection and participation in events taking place in your community.
Panel speakers in the webinar include: Raj Uppal, Women’s Committee and Local 41 President; Debra Merrier, Diversity Vice-President, Indigenous Workers; Angela Ross, Alberta and National Indigenous Council; Kenda Jacklin, Advocate and Local 787 President; and Mira Lewis, Human Rights Representative for Saskatchewan and Alberta.
Resources
The recently launched Women’s Committee website includes links to opportunities across Alberta to take part in National Day for Truth and Reconciliation activities and other resources to support actions and education. You are encouraged to share the website and information about events in your area with your local membership.
Women’s Monthly News Series
This is the first installment of the CUPE Alberta Women’s Committee’s monthly series of updates called Women’s Monthly. We welcome you to view and share the website as the committee adds information and resources each month.
The video and website can be found at ab-women.cupe.ca/category/updates