We are the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union. We’re 1.2 million members and retirees strong in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. We proudly represent men and women who work in nearly every industry there is.
After you register, mail your checks, made payable to Black Labor Week Project, to:
Black Labor Week Project 7015 Carolina Ct. Hammond, IN 46323
We’re asking for everyone who plans on attending, if you are flying, please make your travel plans to land in Chicago, Illinois.
HOTEL
A block of hotel rooms have been reserved for attendees at a rate of $135 per night plus taxes and fees at:
The Hilton Garden Inn
7775 Mississippi St.
Merrillville, Indiana 46410
To make your room reservation online, visit the Hilton Garden Inn To make your room reservation by phone, call (219)769-7100
Room Block Code: Black Labor Week 2024 or BLW24
Cut-off Date: January 19, 2024
AGENDA
We will start promptly on Mon., Feb. 19, at 7 a.m. and will end Fri., Feb. 23, at the conclusion of our evening “Celebration of Civil Rights” program
To all of our delegates attending Black Labor Week 2023, we will be taking precautions to ensure the safety of everyone participating. We will be supplying masks as well as hand sanitizer to each delegate attending.
We are the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union. We’re 1.2 million members and retirees strong in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. We proudly represent men and women who work in nearly every industry there is. Our members are leaders in your communities, in your work places, in our governments and more. We have a presence in the United Kingdom, Ireland, England, Scotland, Mexico and many other places around the world.
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Black Labor Week was created by Ephrin Jenkins of USW Local 1014; it brings together trade unionists from different unions and community activists to celebrate the historical bonds between the labor movement and underserved communities.
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We believe in better. We stand up and fight back for better. We work for working families around the world.
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Since its beginning in District 7, Black Labor week has expanded to USW District 4 and the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) started a program last year. When young activists come together to celebrate our movement and do the work in our ...
8 a.m.: Free Haircuts and Breakfast for the Community Location 1: Trinity United Church of Christ, 1276 West 20th Avenue Gary, IN 46407 Location 2: Veterans Village of NWI, 839 Massachusetts St. Gary, IN 46402 Location 3: The Center, 1845 W 37th Ave., Gary, IN 46408
5 p.m.: Night At The Movies Location: USW Local 551 Hall, 13550 S Torrence Ave., Chicago, IL 60633
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
7 a.m. (in the rear conference room): Day of Education in the Schools (12 Schools total) Location: Meet at the Hilton Garden Inn for school assignment, 7775 Mississippi St., Merrillville, IN 46410
5 p.m.: Black Male Discussion (Men’s Panel) Location: USW Local 551 Hall, 13550 S Torrence Ave., Chicago, IL 60633
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
8 a.m.: Wednesday Workshops/Mayor's Discussion Location: Bergland Auditorium, Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway, GAry, IN 46408
5 p.m.: Black Women Empowerment Seminar Location: USW Local 551 Hall, 13550 S Torrence Ave., Chicago, IL 60633
Thursday, February 22, 2024
7 a.m. (in the rear conference room): Day of Community Service (Multiple Locations) Location: Meet at the Hilton Garden Inn for assignment, 7775 Mississippi St., Merrillville, IN 46410
6 p.m. (doors open), 7 p.m. (showtime): “A Night To Speak” Location: Loft Adiq Ultra Lounge 752 Broadway, Gary, IN 46402
Friday, February 23, 2024
5 p.m.: Celebration of Civil Rights Awards Gala Location: Indiana Welcome Center, 7770 Corinne Dr., Hammond, IN 46323
Over the past ten years, Black Labor Week has brought together trade unionists and community activists to celebrate the historical bonds between the labor movement and underserved communities.
This week-long event connects activists and the community through various activities that address specific needs -- retirees, veterans, seniors, homeless men, women and children, and more. It also educates the community and shows the contributions of Black leaders to the labor movement and the Black community that are often unheard of and/or overlooked.
Our program has become a staple for providing resources in Gary, Indiana, surrounding communities, and all the way to the Chicagoland area.
Black Labor Week was created by Ephrin Jenkins of USW Local 1014 and is held annually. Since then the program has expanded to USW District 4, and the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE).
When young activists come together to celebrate our movement and do the work in our communities, our labor movement becomes much stronger. This is what Black Labor Week does. Our movement is strengthened by the yearly display of solidarity recognizing the historic achievements of black workers in the labor movement.
