Civil Rights Committee

 
Donald Burton
Liason


The Civil Rights Committee is an essential guardian of the "No Discrimination" policy of our union. Members of this committee fulfill the locall union's commitment to assure members full rights regardless of religion, race, creed, color, sex, political affiliation, nationality, age, disability, maritial status or sexual orientation.

This committee informs members of steps and procedures, including filing complaints and hearings, when ever a member or members believe theur rights have been violated.

The duties of this committee are as follows:
  • Promote fair employment practices and endeavor to eliminate discrimination affecting the welfare of the individual members of the local union, the International Union, the labor movement and the nation
  • Assist in the implementation of the policies of the International Union dealing with discrimination based on race, sex, religion, national origin, age and the handicapped;