Hospital workers: download the latest newsletter
and introductory brochure
The July/August newsletter (PDF) is available for download in English, Spanish or Haitian Creole. A new introductory brochure for non-union hospital workers is also available in English, Spanish or Haitian Creole.
MGH worker explains why she wants a union
Why I’m with the union
“My parents always taught me to respect all workers. Our religion commands us to treat workers with dignity and respect. Our Jewish history tells us of immigrant Jews who helped shape the labor movement in the U.S. For these reasons I’ve dedicated my life to fighting for the rights of workers.
The campaign to support heath care workers in Boston is about dignity and respect for hospital workers, who toil daily as lab technicians, food service workers, or custodians. They play an integral role in making patients comfortable and in providing the great patient care we have all come to expect in Boston hospitals.”
Read more of this article from the Jewish Advocate…
Great rally in Boston’s Longwood Medical Area for free and fair elections with Dropkick Murphys!
Hundreds of supporters, hospital workers and union members rallied on May 8 for free and fair union elections for all Boston hospital workers. Special musical guests Dropkick Murphys performed at the rally to show their support for hospital workers, along with the IBEW 103 Bagpipe Band and Haitian percussion band Blem Sou Blem. The rally was supported by the Area Trades Council, the Greater Boston Labor Council, IBEW 103 and other local unions. Read more…
- Read coverage by the Boston Herald (PDF)
- Read coverage by the Boston Metro (PDF)
- Read coverage by the Boston Globe White Coat Notes (PDF)
- Read article on Open Media Boston
- View a photo slideshow of images from the rally
- Watch news coverge by NECN below (Flash required):
FairUnionElections.org over the Boston Marathon
During the Boston Marathon, a plane flew overhead with a message to Boston hospital executives: “Be Fair to Those Who Care!” Did you see this banner and want to learn more? Call 617-284-1142 for information on how you can help support the campaign.
