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When someone in our community faces a challenge, we show up for each other. Because who else is going to protect us but us? The LABWC is where Black workers share the tools and information we all need to better advocate for ourselves and our peers in the workplace. When we collectively fight for our rights, we win.

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The 2026 midterm election takes place on Tuesday, November 3, and is equally as important as a four-year presidential election. Midterm elections occur every 2 years, or halfway through the president’s four-year term. Unlike presidential elections, midterms let voters elect members of Congress, state officials, and other leaders who shape the laws, budgets, and policies that affect our daily lives.

 

Take time to review what’s on your ballot, learn about the propositions and measures, and make informed decisions before Election Day.

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A community-led vision for housing and opportunity.

Through community meeting, surveys and conversations with residents, we have put together a set of community-driven recommendations for the Site and submitted them to the California Department of General Services. These recommendations ensure that residents are represented as decisions about the future of the Site move forward.

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The following leadership transition letters from Janel Belovette “JB” Jenkins and La Tonya Harris mark a significant moment in the history of the Los Angeles Black Worker Center. These letters reflect on JB’s leadership and contributions over the past seven years, while also outlining the leadership transition and what comes next for our organization. Together, they situate this moment within our ongoing work to build Black worker power and advance racial and economic justice in Los Angeles.

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Leadership Transition Message

Support LABWC’s Charter Reform recommendation for Los Angeles

 

Los Angeles is in a once-in-a-generation City Charter rewrite, and this process will determine who has access to stable public-sector jobs, how public dollars are spent, and whose voices shape decision-making for decades to come.

 

*NOTE*: This is a copy-and-send email for supporters to directly contact the Charter Commissioners and urge them to support LABWC’s Charter Reform recommendations.

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The following messaging guide highlights the history of Black Federal workers and the current landscape of Black Federal workers. To maximize usage of this messaging guide, we encourage readers to share this guide via social media for continued circulation of this information. It can also be used to start conversations with others in your community and as a starting point to invoke independent research.

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Los Angeles Black Worker Center (LABWC) Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy

for Email, Text Message, and Cell Phone Usage

Effective Date: April 3rd, 2025

By providing your email address and/or phone number to the Los Angeles Black Worker Center (LABWC), you agree to the following terms and conditions regarding the use of your contact information.

1. Use of Contact Information

LABWC respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Your email address and/or phone number will never be sold, shared, or distributed to third-party organizations for marketing or sales purposes.

Your contact information will be used solely for LABWC-related purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Fundraising campaigns and initiatives
  • Event invitations and updates
  • Advocacy and policy engagement
  • Community organizing efforts
  • Emergency and urgent communications related to our work
  • General updates about LABWC’s initiatives and impact

2. Email Communications

By opting into email communications, you consent to receive periodic messages from LABWC regarding our work, events, and engagement opportunities. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails or by contacting us directly at hello@labwc.org.

3. Text Message Communications

By providing your mobile phone number, you agree to receive text messages from LABWC, including alerts, updates, and calls to action. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier’s plan.

To opt out of text messages at any time, reply “STOP” to any message you receive from us. For assistance, you can contact us at hello@labwc.org.

4. Cell Phone Usage & Data Security

LABWC uses industry-standard security measures to protect your contact information. However, you acknowledge that communications via email and text messages may not be completely secure, and you assume responsibility for any risks associated with electronic communications.

5. Opting Out & Managing Preferences

You have the right to opt out of LABWC communications at any time. To manage your preferences, you can:

  • Click “unsubscribe” in emails to stop receiving email communications.
  • Reply “STOP” to text messages to discontinue text alerts.
  • Contact us at hello@labwc.org to update your communication preferences.

6. Changes to These Terms

LABWC reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website and will take effect immediately upon posting. Your continued engagement with LABWC after any updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at: hello@labwc.org

By providing your contact information, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.

The Los Angeles Black Worker Center presents our organization’s 2024 Impact Report. Our impact report highlights the powerful accomplishments we have made across the city, county and state levels.

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Here are some resources for those who need who are affected by the fires and have the most up-to-date information on:

  • Wildfire maps & alerts

  • Air quality updates

  • Emergency planning

  • Worker’s rights during an emergency

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The Los Angeles Black Worker Center presents our organization’s strategic plan for 2024-2029. This strategic plan serves as our roadmap, outlining the key objectives and strategies that will propel us to achieve our mission and realize our vision. It has been meticulously crafted through collaboration, drawing upon the insights and expertise of our dedicated staff, members, and stakeholders.

The Los Angeles Black Worker Center is ready to build on the success of its most recent wins, including establishing the first Civil and Human Rights Department in the City of LA, a commitment from the City of LA to hire 200 Black workers, and a $2.5M building support donation. Understanding the challenges Black workers face during an ongoing global pandemic, rising inflation, and an elitist job market, the LABWC is ready to meet the moment with a member-led, community-focused plan that relies on base-building, political understanding, and a robust commitment to change. This plan focuses on three key issues: Name Recognition, 1000 Strong, and Finding a Permanent Home. 

 

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The Los Angeles Black Worker Center (LABWC) Political Education Committee is hosting the “Know What the Hell You’re Voting For” (KWTHYVF) event – a voter education event that we host every election year in order to ensure our communities are educated about key ballot issues and how the issues will directly impact Black workers.

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