Jul 30, 2024
AUPE Women’s Committee launches campaign to ‘Strike a Change’
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Sandra Azocar
Local 006Crystal Broadbent
Local 045Alicia Cristobal
Local 056Jennifer Charrois
Local 006Carol Mammel
Local 095Jennifer Richardson
Local 043Pamela Foyle
Local 095Ruth MacDonald
Local 084Ainsley Gray
Local 044Carrie-Lynn Rusznak
Jami Payne
Jul 30, 2024
Apr 04, 2024
AUPE’s Constitution sets out the duties of the Women’s Committee as follows:
The Women’s Committee shall:
Alberta is the only province in Canada that does not require employers to provide paid domestic violence leave to workers. Right now, a worker in Alberta is entitled to up to 10 unpaid days in a calendar year.
It’s not good enough and here’s why.
Domestic violence in a relationship can build over time, or it can happen in an instant. There are also many different types of domestic violence, including but not limited to physical, psychological and financial abuse.
Albertans deserve to get the help they need – when they need it. That’s why the AUPE Women’s Committee is taking a three-step approach to improve domestic violence leave in Alberta:
Workers in Alberta deserve better than the bare minimum from the government and employers. AUPE has already made some progress at the negotiating table for Government of Alberta and Local 050 members. But we know there’s more work to do.
AUPE is committed to strengthening awareness and advocating for more support for people dealing with domestic violence. We will also be working hard to ensure that your negotiating teams have the tools they need to get you the best support possible at the bargaining table.
Do you feel unsafe in your home? Support is free and available 24/7, just call 1-866-331-3933 to be connected to a shelter near you. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Whether you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, help is here for you.
Paying for menstrual products can add up!
In fact, one in three Canadians who need menstrual products struggle to afford them.
But the cost is even greater for people who menstruate when combined with systemic issues like low incomes, unaffordable housing, and economic instability.
That’s why the AUPE Women’s Committee is fighting to End Period Poverty in Canada by:
The Dove Award Resolution was passed at AUPE’s 25th Convention 2001 and the award was presented for the first time on March 8th, 2002, to coincide with the recognition of International Woman’s Day.
The annual DOVE Award stands for Day of Validation and Equity, and it honors women AUPE members for their outstanding contributions to the betterment of women, AUPE members and all Albertans.
Nominations for the 2024 DOVE Award are now closed.
2002
Julie Cromarty, Local 042
2003
Mary Sillito, Local 001
2004
Tracy Quinton, Local 052
Shauna Warrilow, Local 046
2005
Bonnie Nahornick, Local 069
2006
Roseline Bouchie, Local 001
2007
Linda Soluk, Local 069
2008
Mary Kehoe, Local 049
2009
Liberty Pestano, Local 049
2010
Linda Laminman, Local 003
2011
Myrna Wright, Locals 044 & 041
2012
Maureen Braun, Local 006
2013
Shelley Brooker, Local 048
2014
Joanne MacLean, Local 003
2015
Terrie Wispinski, Local 012
2016
Debbie Arcand, Local 047
2017
Mary Lou Savic, Local 043
2018
Ramza Gebran, Local 095
2019
Audrey Randall, Local 001
2020
Lea Schmidt, Local 002
2022
Shamanthi Cooray, Local 006
2023
Laura Johnstone, Local 046
The Prairie School for Union Women offers trade union women an intensive four days of learning and sharing in a supportive environment. The goals of the school are to develop women’s personal and leadership skills and to build solidarity among women workers. Whether you are a woman who is a long-time activist or just starting to get involved in your union, this school is open to you.
More information will be added to this page when applications for the Prairie School for Union Women are open for 2024.