CoRW Callout: The 52nd International Convention of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU)

The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (Ontario), Canada is an affiliated Chapter of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (International) (“Ontario Chapter”).  The Ontario Chapter consists of members from International and National unions residing predominately in Ontario but also in Quebec and across the country.

The 52^nd International Convention of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionist (CBTU) will be returning to New Orleans, LA, (U.S.A) from May 24 TO 29, 2023. The theme this year is “Confronting the Radical Dangers to Our Families and Our Future”. If you wish to attend the event you must be a member in good standing. For more information, please visit https://www.cbtu.ca/.

CoRW Committee are proud members of CBTU.  CoRW has a total of nine (9) spots available for OPSEU/SEFPO members at large to attend the CBTU Convention.  Space is limited. Eligible applicants are OPSEU/SEFPO members who identify as Black and/ or Racialized.

Please E-mail your completed application form no later than 5:00 PM on February 28^th, 2023 to: [email protected].

Please complete the application form below.

Full name *

Local number

Address *

Address Line 1

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Home phone

work phone

Email *

Employer name and work location

Please indicate which Racialized group(s) you belong to:

• Black
• Asian
• South Asian
• Other

Racial identity

Are you a registered member of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionist (CBTU)? *

• No
• Yes

Have you ever attended a CBTU conference in the past? *

• No
• Yes

Why is it important that Black and Racialized members get involved with CBTU? *

How are you Involved in the Union (If applicable): Please list past and current activities *

What is your understanding of the work of the Coalition of Racialized Workers (CoRW) Committee? *

What is your goal for participating at the CBTU Conference should you be selected to attend? *

What is your understanding of this year’s CBTU theme: "Radical Dangers to Our Families and Our Future” *

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