SEIU HCIIMK Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
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Here’s what SEIU HCIIMK members are saying as they reflect on Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15th):
Angelica: When we meet as union members, we’re able to discuss the differences in our culture without judgement.
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Celia: “The population of Hispanics who need home care is expanding and it’s important that workers can break the language barrier.”
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Maria: “Hispanic women are taught to not speak out when there is an injustice and I want to change that!”
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Zolya: “The union does a lot for its workers and it opens up doors for us. The fear that we have is lessened.”
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Virginia: “El dolor y sufrimiento de nuestros compañeros que no se le respeten sus derechos que por tal motivo me siento contenta de pertenecer a la union que nos da la seguridad de defender nuestros derechos.”
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Marli: “Our union changes the environment. In our hospital, there’s more diversity and we’re starting to see more Hispanic workers because they feel supported.”
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Olivia: “We can count on having the support we need to assert our rights as early childhood educators and as powerful women fighting for a better future.”
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Rosa: Being part of the union represents the struggle. The fight is in everything: family well-being, community well-being, our dignity as human beings.
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