Collaborative for Equity and Justice in Education
Past Event
Fight for Public Education
Featured Speaker
Jinny Sims
Past President, British Columbia Teachers' Federation
Saturday, June 7, 2008
5:30 to 7:30pm
Casa Atzlan
1831 S. Racine, Chicago
In October 2005, the British Columbia Teachers' Federation staged and "illegal" two-week walkout to fight for just learning conditions for their students, better working conditions, and the right to bargain collectively. Throughout the strike, the teachers received overwhelming support from students, parents, and the community. More than 30,000 teachers stood strong and won their demands.
Jinny Sims, BCTF past president, led this historic struggle and is coming to Chicago to share how they did it, and the important role teachers play in fighting for social justice and a fair and decent public education.
For more information, email ceje@uic.edu or jpottery2002@yahoo.com or call 312.413.2640.
Free & open to the public.
Click here to download flyer.
Street parking available only | Click here for Mapquest directions.
Close to CTA Blueline and major buslines | Click here for RTA trip planner.
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To watch Jinny Sims' talk on June 7, 2008, please click here.
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BCTF Demonstration
[image from MRZine]
