Mar 8, 2012
Women's issues in 2012 are once again dominating the headlines and political discourse in the U.S. We must never rest on our laurels or achievements - for if we do, surely there will be efforts to destroy all that we have accomplished.
Mar 1, 2012
As Americans, ours is a legacy of bold independence and passionate belief in fairness and justice for all. For generations, this intrepid spirit has driven women pioneers to challenge injustices and shatter ceilings in pursuit of full and enduring equality. During Women's History Month, we commemorate their struggles, celebrate centuries of progress, and reaffirm our steadfast commitment to the rights, security, and dignity of women in America and around the world.
Jan 12, 2012
January 12, 1912: Ten thousand textile workers, mostly women and immigrants, walked off the job in Lawrence, MA, marking the beginning of an explosive 8-week strike. It became known as the “Bread & Roses” strike, a landmark event in American history.
Sep 20, 2011
United States House of Representatives Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi was the Honored Guest at the 64th Annual Americans for Democratic Action (ADA) Awards Banquet on September 13, 2011, here in Washington, DC.
Sep 1, 2011
Rousing speakers, authors, panel discussions and group activities at the CWA National Women's Conference in Chicago last week inspired 200 eager participants as they developed action plans for the coming year.
Aug 17, 2011
During the 73rd Annual Convention this year in Las Vegas, NV Civil Rights and Equity and Women’s committee members held discussions with a number of delegate visitors including CWA District 4 Vice President Seth Rosen and his assistant Linda Hinton as well as District 7 Vice President Mary Taylor, At Large Diversity Board Members Nestor Soto and Madelyn Elder.
Jul 6, 2011
Women’s rights are under attack from right-wing politicians in state houses across the country spearheaded by politicians determined to set back hard fought gains earned by working women. In support of women everywhere, the CWA National Women’s Committee and the CWA Human Rights Department under the direction of CWA Executive Vice President Annie Hill want to highlight the work of the Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW) for years of dedicated, outstanding service to all women.
Jun 9, 2011
The CWA National Women's Conference, featuring a unique mix of presentations to learn from the past and plan for the future, is scheduled Aug. 21-23 at Chicago's Drake Hotel.
Jun 9, 2011
Don't miss the chance to nominate an outstanding young woman in the social justice movement for the new $10,000 "Edna Award" being given by the Berger-Marks Foundation.
Jun 2, 2011
For much of May, TNG-CWA members in Seattle and journalists around the world feared for the safety of reporter Dorothy Parvaz, who disappeared April 29 after flying to Syria to cover the latest Arab Spring uprising.
Apr 13, 2011
Click to see the important dates in women's history and figures in women's history who were born in April.
Apr 5, 2011
CWA's Human Rights Department presents the 2011 report on CWA Local Union Civil Rights and Equity Committees and Women's Committees
Mar 31, 2011
Women workers who are determined to have a voice on the job told their stories at the White House, as part of a forum on women and organizing.
Mar 28, 2011
Women at today's White House forum on women and organizing were passionate about their work and their determination to have a voice on the job.
Mar 22, 2011
The CWA National Committee on Civil Rights and Equity and National Women’s Committee Urge You to Take Action Now!
Mar 17, 2011
This piece was originally published in Politico
By: Rep. Rosa DeLauro and Heidi Hartmann
Across America, hardworking teachers, police officers, firefighters, nurses and other public employees are being squeezed from two directions.
On one hand, cutting deficits has become the main budgetary priority in Washington and state capitals, which means pay freezes or layoffs for hundreds of thousands of these middle-class workers. Meanwhile, in Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana and other states, governors are using the real problem of budget deficits as a justification to pursue a long-term goal: union busting.
Whether by design or default, this two-pronged assault on the public sector disproportionately hurts women.
Mar 10, 2011
Embattled state workers aren't the only ones fighting for their rights today, AFA-CWA says airline workers are at risk, too, as U.S. House Republicans try to kill the National Mediation Board's new, fair and democratic rules for union elections.
Mar 10, 2011
Marking the 100th annual International Women's Day on Tuesday, CWA members and union supporters around the world offered encouraging words to more than 10,000 women who work at T-Mobile USA, which is fighting its workers every step of the way as they fight to organize a union.
Mar 8, 2011
Click to read about important dates for women in the United States in the month of March, Women's History Month.
Feb 22, 2011
The CWA Human Rights Department takes pride in honoring and sharing the diversity that comprises our union and in particular our nation. This Diversity Calendar of Events is presented as a helpful reminder as you consider creating Human Rights programs in your local and in your District.
Cohen: Why the Prevailing Wage is Key to Immigration Reform
Listen Now »
Cohen: Super Rich Must Pay Their Fair Share
Listen Now »
Ed Show 1/24/2013: Larry Cohen Discusses Senate Rules Reform
Watch Video »
