Common Sense Economics with the Rising Stars
Too Many People Think the Economy is Like the Weather
The debate over raising wages will define the economic future for millions of Americans. Common Sense Economics training empowers workers to engage in the debate by educating them on how our economy works for them and how their actions can improve it. Through Common Sense Economics, workers play leading roles in local campaigns for higher wages, better benefits and a higher quality of life.
Please Join Us!
WHEN: Saturday, October 3
WHERE: Local 2 OPEIU office 8555 16th St., Silver Spring, MD 20910
Metro: RED Line/ Lots of Free Parking on building lot
REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED
The debate over raising wages will define the economic future for millions of Americans. Common Sense Economics training empowers workers to engage in the debate by educating them on how our economy works for them and how their actions can improve it. Through Common Sense Economics, workers play leading roles in local campaigns for higher wages, better benefits and a higher quality of life.
Please Join Us!
WHEN: Saturday, October 3
WHERE: Local 2 OPEIU office 8555 16th St., Silver Spring, MD 20910
Metro: RED Line/ Lots of Free Parking on building lot
REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED
Join the Local 2 LGBT & Education Committees' first Rainbow Chat!
Learn more about labor's role in protecting the workplace rights of LGBT members.
The forum will be Saturday August 1, 10a - 1p at the OPEIU Local 2 office located at
8555 16th St., Suite 550, Silver Spring, MD METRO: Red Line; Free Parking on lot.
Please RSVP to Chelsea Bland at [email protected]
You may also RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1662717567281604/
The forum will be Saturday August 1, 10a - 1p at the OPEIU Local 2 office located at
8555 16th St., Suite 550, Silver Spring, MD METRO: Red Line; Free Parking on lot.
Please RSVP to Chelsea Bland at [email protected]
You may also RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1662717567281604/
WELCOME New Staff Rep. Michael Spiller
Mike began his Union career as a shop steward at the Maryland House of Corrections for the Maryland Correctional Union/AFT, moved on to be elected the statewide Executive Vice President and then a labor representative for the local. While serving on staff, he organized the local from 600 members to 1462 members in two years. Three years later, he was hired on as northeast region project staff for the national AFT, where he helped to organize two state employees locals, MPEC and AFT Healthcare Maryland. Shortly later, he served on project staff as an organizer, and worked for AFT-Maryland, the state federation of AFT as a field staff representative.
"I spent the past 17 years strengthening Maryland locals and hard working families. I became the chief negotiator for AFT-MD negotiating contracts with Baltimore County government," he said. "During that time I coordinated multiple political campaigns as the Baltimore coordinator for the AFL-CIO Maryland/DC, and during my time at AFT-MD, I served as the steward for my staff local, OPEIU Local 2, negotiating our contract for the past 10 years. As I start working with OPEIU, local 2, I look forward to doing some great work for this new membership of working families."
"I am married to my college sweetheart, Angela Spiller for 29 years and we have two daughters, Mikiaila (Noel), 27 and Ebony, 22. I currently reside in Randallstown, Maryland.. The people I've met along the way will forever be a part of my life. Praising the Lord for opening a new door of opportunity for me to grow in. At OPEIU, local 2, I look forward to doing some great work for this new membership of working families."
"I spent the past 17 years strengthening Maryland locals and hard working families. I became the chief negotiator for AFT-MD negotiating contracts with Baltimore County government," he said. "During that time I coordinated multiple political campaigns as the Baltimore coordinator for the AFL-CIO Maryland/DC, and during my time at AFT-MD, I served as the steward for my staff local, OPEIU Local 2, negotiating our contract for the past 10 years. As I start working with OPEIU, local 2, I look forward to doing some great work for this new membership of working families."
"I am married to my college sweetheart, Angela Spiller for 29 years and we have two daughters, Mikiaila (Noel), 27 and Ebony, 22. I currently reside in Randallstown, Maryland.. The people I've met along the way will forever be a part of my life. Praising the Lord for opening a new door of opportunity for me to grow in. At OPEIU, local 2, I look forward to doing some great work for this new membership of working families."
Common Sense Economics with the Women's Committee
Too Many People Think the Economy is Like the Weather
The debate over raising wages will define the economic future for millions of Americans. Common Sense Economics training empowers workers to engage in the debate by educating them on how our economy works for them and how their actions can improve it. Through Common Sense Economics, workers play leading roles in local campaigns for higher wages, better benefits and a higher quality of life.
What Does This Have to Do With Women?
The Women’s Common Sense Economics workshop helps participants understand the economic inequalities that exist for women. Participants will be able to share with others their experiences with the economy and identify the political and economic agendas that hurt women. They will also learn how working people can change the economy’s direction and impact public policy choices through mobilization (voting, volunteering and activism), as well as how to empower their co-workers, family and friends to engage in relevant campaigns that help women.
Please Join Us!
WHEN: Thursday, July 23 6p - 8p
WHERE: Local 2 OPEIU office 8555 16th St., Silver Spring, MD 20910
REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED
Local 2 Women’s Committee is continuing their quest to empower the women of this local with valuable knowledge to activate and energize our members.
The goal of the OPEIU Local 2 Women’s Committee is to unify all union women, by determining our common problems and concerns and to develop action programs within the framework of our unions to achieve our objectives. For more information, contact Kim Lockhart at [email protected]
The debate over raising wages will define the economic future for millions of Americans. Common Sense Economics training empowers workers to engage in the debate by educating them on how our economy works for them and how their actions can improve it. Through Common Sense Economics, workers play leading roles in local campaigns for higher wages, better benefits and a higher quality of life.
What Does This Have to Do With Women?
The Women’s Common Sense Economics workshop helps participants understand the economic inequalities that exist for women. Participants will be able to share with others their experiences with the economy and identify the political and economic agendas that hurt women. They will also learn how working people can change the economy’s direction and impact public policy choices through mobilization (voting, volunteering and activism), as well as how to empower their co-workers, family and friends to engage in relevant campaigns that help women.
Please Join Us!
WHEN: Thursday, July 23 6p - 8p
WHERE: Local 2 OPEIU office 8555 16th St., Silver Spring, MD 20910
REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED
Local 2 Women’s Committee is continuing their quest to empower the women of this local with valuable knowledge to activate and energize our members.
The goal of the OPEIU Local 2 Women’s Committee is to unify all union women, by determining our common problems and concerns and to develop action programs within the framework of our unions to achieve our objectives. For more information, contact Kim Lockhart at [email protected]
Local 2 Shop Steward Training
ALL interested Stewards and those interested in becoming Stewards are welcome!
When: Saturday July 18, 2015 | 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Where: Training will be at Local 2 office | 8555 16th St Suite 550, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Reservations will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis and require $10.00 deposit to hold a seat. Deposit will be refunded when you arrive for training. Deposit will be forfeited if you fail to cancel prior to class.Lunch and class materials will be provided by Local 2.
Deadline to Register: NOON Friday July 17, 2015
Contact: Ms. Che Harvey, Office Manager301-608-8080 x-18 [email protected]
When: Saturday July 18, 2015 | 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Where: Training will be at Local 2 office | 8555 16th St Suite 550, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Reservations will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis and require $10.00 deposit to hold a seat. Deposit will be refunded when you arrive for training. Deposit will be forfeited if you fail to cancel prior to class.Lunch and class materials will be provided by Local 2.
Deadline to Register: NOON Friday July 17, 2015
Contact: Ms. Che Harvey, Office Manager301-608-8080 x-18 [email protected]
