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Standing in Solidarity: LGBTQ+ Rights are Workers’ Rights
June is Pride Month — a time to honor the resilience, courage, and contributions of LGBTQ+ people throughout history and in our present-day communities. It’s also a moment to reflect on the ongoing struggles for justice and equality — especially in the workplace…
Standing With Our Members During County Layoffs
As many of you know, the County of San Luis Obispo is facing a budget shortfall for the next fiscal year, resulting in plans to eliminate programs and lay off employees across various departments. While this is an extraordinarily difficult time for affected employees and their families, SLOCEA remains committed to standing by our members…
Honoring Women in the Workplace on International Women’s Day
This March, as we celebrate International Women’s Day, we recognize the invaluable contributions of women in every industry, workplace, and union across the country…
Labor Day’s Historical Roots and Modern Significance
Labor Day, celebrated annually on the first Monday in September, stands as a tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. Its roots stretch back to the late 19th century, a period marked by intense industrialization and labor unrest...
Celebrating Pride Month: Honoring the Legacy of the LGBTQ+ and Labor Rights
As Pride Month rolls around, your first thoughts might not be of the labor movement or its connection to the LGBTQ+ community. While Pride is a time to celebrate and commemorate the rich history and culture of this community, it is also a time for action...
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is a global celebration of women and their achievements--focusing on improving women’s lives and increasing gender equality between men and women.
The Importance of Independence
In June 1985, SLOCEA found itself in a perilous situation; membership in the organization had been trending downward, finances were tight, and tensions with local unions over disputed territory were high. Weighing their limited options and wary of potential bargaining unit “raids” from other unions, the Association’s leaders decided it was in SLOCEA’s best interest to partner with a more powerful international ‘parent’ union.
SLOCEA History: February 1988 Interview with Eva Hurd, a SLOCEA Pioneer
A 1988 interview with one of SLOCEA’s founding members, Eva Hurd, from the SLOCEA archives.
Thank You, Pat, For Eight Years Of Steadfast Leadership
In April 2014, SLOCEA was transitioning to our new General Manager Pat McNamara. At that time, I had just 2½ years under my belt as SLOCEA’s Field Representative and was still extremely green…
SLOCEA Makes History, Celebrates 75 Years!
This year SLOCEA makes history by recognizing our 75-year Anniversary as a labor union in San Luis Obispo County. While that’s a lot of history, preserving the rights of workers goes back much farther…