Human Rights and Equity Committee

Ad • vo • cate

(v. ad vuh-keyt; n. ad-vuh-kit, -keyt)

verb

1. to speak or write in favor of; support or urge by argument; recommend publicly: He advocated higher salaries for workers.

noun

a person who speaks or writes in support or defense of a person, cause, etc. (usually followed by of): an advocate of justice.
a person who pleads for or in behalf of another; intercessor.
a person who pleads the cause of another in a court of law.

We are currently looking for Human Rights Chairs and Reps at all bases!

The AFA Human Rights and Equity Commitment

Providing the broadest possible representation of our members regardless of age, disability, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and gender expression.

We honor and celebrate the shared humanity of the members in our care. We shall at all times endeavor to promote the principles of tolerance, fairness, equity, justice, respect and inclusion within our Union.

BE AN ADVOCATE!

Identity the issue.
What action do I want management to take?
What actions will I take? (File grievance,
Mobilize, External law)
What information/evidence/
documentation do I need? From whom?
Why should management take action?
How might management benefit from taking action?
Who will I ask for assistance?