As part of Black History Month 2021, PSAC organized a series of panel discussions that looked at the issues facing Black workers and to honor the contributions of Black labour activists in this country. We are now making these discussions available online for everyone’s benefit.
Human Rights Committees
PSAC BC has three constitutionally-recognized Human Rights Committees. They meet regularly in person and via conference call to discuss issues and plan events relating to PSAC’s Indigenous, PWD, LGBTQ2+ and Racially Visible caucus members.
For more information on a PSAC BC Human Rights Committee, contact:
- Mainland HRC (based in Vancouver) – Co-Chairs: Ruby Langan, Lea Serron – click for Mainland HRC minutes & other documents. Contact the Committee: PSACBC-HRC-Mainland@psac-afpc.com
- Vancouver Island HRC (based in Victoria) – Chair: Kristina MacLean – click for VIHRC minutes & other documents. Contact the Committee: PSACBC-HRC-VancouverIsland@psac-afpc.com
- Okanagan HRC – contact co-Chairs: Truman Tremblay, Linda Woods, Kelly Megyesi – click for Okanagan HRC minutes & other documents. Contact the Committee: PSACBC-HRC-Okanagan@psac-afpc.com
March 21: Fighting systemic racism pivotal to a just recovery
On March 21, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we must recognize the systemic racial inequities that persist in our society.
March 21: International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Let’s not be silent bystanders; our silence can be hurtful.
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