In a recent meeting, Karen Jackson, the President of UPSE, and Lonnie States, the organization’s representative on the national anti-racism committee, engaged in a discussion regarding the significance of UPSE’s participation at the anti-racism conference organized by NUPGE in Ottawa. Lonnie said it was important to represent UPSE at the conference and to participate in the many conversations about making our Union and workplace a braver, safer space to be in. Karen Jackson echoed his sentiments, emphasizing the importance of having diverse voices and perspectives at the table. She went on to say that launching a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee is a priority for the Union.
Pic L-R: Jason Rendell (Executive Director, UPSE), Lonnie States (UPSE Rep, Anti-Racism Committee), and Karen Jackson (President, UPSE)