As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.
At Afrofest, everybody we talked to, either member or non-OPSEU member, gained an appreciation of OPSEU’s history, the benefits of joining a union, the rights of unionized employees and the current work of OPSEU staff and members. The WOCC explained the message that collectively OPSEU has the resources to stand up for the rights of workers.
As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.
At Afrofest, everybody we talked to, either member or non-OPSEU member, gained an appreciation of OPSEU’s history, the benefits of joining a union, the rights of unionized employees and the current work of OPSEU staff and members. The WOCC explained the message that collectively OPSEU has the resources to stand up for the rights of workers.
As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.
Afrofest is one of the largest free African festivals in North America. It has been held annually in Toronto since 1989, Afrofest showcases the diversity and richness of African culture through African music, dance, drumming, theatre, food and craft vendors, and over 35 international and local music bands.
Given the range and variety of activities at Afrofest, the Workers of Colour Caucus selected this venue for its pilot campaign, part of OPSEU’s social mapping project, to build involvement in equity communities in OPSEU and to develop innovative strategies to attract and organize new workers. The WOCC set up an information booth and provided resources about OPSEU, union basics, and local and regional information.
The involvement of WOCC was unprecedented. We were the only union present at Afrofest. The caucus received numerous inquiries from community members about OPSEU, as the union of choice. The caucus was also reunited with current OPSEU members who were not aware of the WOCC or the equity committees and caucuses at OPSEU.
At Afrofest, everybody we talked to, either member or non-OPSEU member, gained an appreciation of OPSEU’s history, the benefits of joining a union, the rights of unionized employees and the current work of OPSEU staff and members. The WOCC explained the message that collectively OPSEU has the resources to stand up for the rights of workers.
As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.
Afrofest is one of the largest free African festivals in North America. It has been held annually in Toronto since 1989, Afrofest showcases the diversity and richness of African culture through African music, dance, drumming, theatre, food and craft vendors, and over 35 international and local music bands.
Given the range and variety of activities at Afrofest, the Workers of Colour Caucus selected this venue for its pilot campaign, part of OPSEU’s social mapping project, to build involvement in equity communities in OPSEU and to develop innovative strategies to attract and organize new workers. The WOCC set up an information booth and provided resources about OPSEU, union basics, and local and regional information.
The involvement of WOCC was unprecedented. We were the only union present at Afrofest. The caucus received numerous inquiries from community members about OPSEU, as the union of choice. The caucus was also reunited with current OPSEU members who were not aware of the WOCC or the equity committees and caucuses at OPSEU.
At Afrofest, everybody we talked to, either member or non-OPSEU member, gained an appreciation of OPSEU’s history, the benefits of joining a union, the rights of unionized employees and the current work of OPSEU staff and members. The WOCC explained the message that collectively OPSEU has the resources to stand up for the rights of workers.
As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.
The OPSEU Workers of Colour Caucus (WOCC) appreciated the opportunity to attend Afrofest 2015! We wish especially to acknowledge the support from the Equity Unit and Organizing Unit in helping us initiate an innovative pilot campaign at Afrofest.
Afrofest is one of the largest free African festivals in North America. It has been held annually in Toronto since 1989, Afrofest showcases the diversity and richness of African culture through African music, dance, drumming, theatre, food and craft vendors, and over 35 international and local music bands.
Given the range and variety of activities at Afrofest, the Workers of Colour Caucus selected this venue for its pilot campaign, part of OPSEU’s social mapping project, to build involvement in equity communities in OPSEU and to develop innovative strategies to attract and organize new workers. The WOCC set up an information booth and provided resources about OPSEU, union basics, and local and regional information.
The involvement of WOCC was unprecedented. We were the only union present at Afrofest. The caucus received numerous inquiries from community members about OPSEU, as the union of choice. The caucus was also reunited with current OPSEU members who were not aware of the WOCC or the equity committees and caucuses at OPSEU.
At Afrofest, everybody we talked to, either member or non-OPSEU member, gained an appreciation of OPSEU’s history, the benefits of joining a union, the rights of unionized employees and the current work of OPSEU staff and members. The WOCC explained the message that collectively OPSEU has the resources to stand up for the rights of workers.
As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.
The OPSEU Workers of Colour Caucus (WOCC) appreciated the opportunity to attend Afrofest 2015! We wish especially to acknowledge the support from the Equity Unit and Organizing Unit in helping us initiate an innovative pilot campaign at Afrofest.
Afrofest is one of the largest free African festivals in North America. It has been held annually in Toronto since 1989, Afrofest showcases the diversity and richness of African culture through African music, dance, drumming, theatre, food and craft vendors, and over 35 international and local music bands.
Given the range and variety of activities at Afrofest, the Workers of Colour Caucus selected this venue for its pilot campaign, part of OPSEU’s social mapping project, to build involvement in equity communities in OPSEU and to develop innovative strategies to attract and organize new workers. The WOCC set up an information booth and provided resources about OPSEU, union basics, and local and regional information.
The involvement of WOCC was unprecedented. We were the only union present at Afrofest. The caucus received numerous inquiries from community members about OPSEU, as the union of choice. The caucus was also reunited with current OPSEU members who were not aware of the WOCC or the equity committees and caucuses at OPSEU.
At Afrofest, everybody we talked to, either member or non-OPSEU member, gained an appreciation of OPSEU’s history, the benefits of joining a union, the rights of unionized employees and the current work of OPSEU staff and members. The WOCC explained the message that collectively OPSEU has the resources to stand up for the rights of workers.
As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.
The OPSEU Workers of Colour Caucus (WOCC) appreciated the opportunity to attend Afrofest 2015! We wish especially to acknowledge the support from the Equity Unit and Organizing Unit in helping us initiate an innovative pilot campaign at Afrofest.
Afrofest is one of the largest free African festivals in North America. It has been held annually in Toronto since 1989, Afrofest showcases the diversity and richness of African culture through African music, dance, drumming, theatre, food and craft vendors, and over 35 international and local music bands.
Given the range and variety of activities at Afrofest, the Workers of Colour Caucus selected this venue for its pilot campaign, part of OPSEU’s social mapping project, to build involvement in equity communities in OPSEU and to develop innovative strategies to attract and organize new workers. The WOCC set up an information booth and provided resources about OPSEU, union basics, and local and regional information.
The involvement of WOCC was unprecedented. We were the only union present at Afrofest. The caucus received numerous inquiries from community members about OPSEU, as the union of choice. The caucus was also reunited with current OPSEU members who were not aware of the WOCC or the equity committees and caucuses at OPSEU.
At Afrofest, everybody we talked to, either member or non-OPSEU member, gained an appreciation of OPSEU’s history, the benefits of joining a union, the rights of unionized employees and the current work of OPSEU staff and members. The WOCC explained the message that collectively OPSEU has the resources to stand up for the rights of workers.
As the first Social Mapping initiative carried out by the Workers of Colour in collaboration with the Equity Unit and Organizing departments, we believe it was a success. The WOCC not only increased OPSEU’s positive presence in the community, but showed solidarity with workers, community activists, and members of the public, while communicating a positive message about OPSEU. We believe that the level of engagement and interest that we witnessed was priceless! The WOCC was proud to be part of this campaign and we look forward to the next one.