Justin Tsosie, UMWA Staff Representative for the Navajo Nation, and Ericka Wills, Assistant Professor, will discuss the effects of the coal phase-out on the Navajo Nation, including the loss of union jobs and the challenges of transitioning to green energy careers. Justin will also share UMWA’s recent achievements in organizing public sector unions and a contract TA on the Navajo Nation.
Join us on the third Wednesday of every month at noon (CT) for the Labor Forward forum. At the forum, School for Workers faculty interview advocates of the labor/worker movement to highlight their important work, celebrate their progress, and learn from their unique experiences. The forum is free and pre-registration is required to receive the webinar link.