This year’s AFL-CIO California Joint Legislative Conference theme was UNIONIZE CALIFORNIA! The annual conference brought together labor leaders, union members, policymakers, and other stakeholders to discuss critical issues facing the labor movement and develop strategies for advancing workers’ rights and interests in the state. It serves as a platform for networking, education, and advocacy, providing […]
marzo 26, 2024Int. Women’s Day
Posted marzo 10, 2023
Dear members of Local 507 Members,
March 8, 2023, was International Women’s Day, and we want to honor our local female members.
We were able to speak with Elvia Catrino; read her message below:
Elvia Catarino – Local 507 – Commercial Painter – Magnum Drywall
Elvia is in her 8th year in the trade. Joining the union has been life-changing. She is incredibly proud of her career and being able to provide a better life for her family. Elvia never imagined being able to not only be economically stable but also save for her future. Elvia enjoys spending time with her daughter when not working.
ESPANOL:
Elvia está en su octavo año en el oficio. Unirse a la unión le ha cambiado la vida. Está increíblemente orgullosa de su carrera y de poder brindarle una vida mejor a su familia. Elvia nunca imaginó no solo estar económicamente estable sino también ahorrar para su futuro. Elvia disfruta pasar tiempo con su hija cuando no está trabajando
Additionally, if you know of any women interested in joining the union, please have them call the Local at 4089-824-1280.