Fwd: EEOC is sponsoring the Equal Pay Day Forum

EQUAL PAY DAY FORUM

Latest Research on the Pay Gap; Hear from State and Federal Government Agencies

Monday, April 11, 2010

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

UMASS Boston Campus Center

100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston

Keynote Speaker

Jacqueline A. Berrien, Chair, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Washington, D.C.

Closing Speaker

Evelyn Murphy, President, The WAGE Project

"How to Make Sure You Get Paid What You Are Worth"

Panelists

Marlene Kim, Professor, University of Massachusetts

Economics Department

Emilio J. Castilla, Professor, MIT School of Management

Elizabeth Grossman, Acting New York District Director, EEOC

Robert Sanders, Boston Area Director, EEOC

Michael Felsen, Regional Solicitor, U.S. Department of Labor

Jacqueline Cooke, Regional Administrator, U.S. Department of Labor,

Women's Bureau

Julian Tynes, Chairman, Massachusetts Commission Against

Discrimination

Free Admission to the Public. Space is limited.

Please RSVP to Mr. David Cullen at 617-565-2297 or david.cullen@eeoc.gov

Fwd: FW: Flyer, Boston, A Gathering of Women in the Construction Industry

Please pass this on to all women, instructors, trade schools etc The event is free of charge. RSVP back to me

Carol O'Donnell

Construction & Rehab Inc

CRM Modular Homes Inc

2143 Hartford Ave

Johnston RI 02919

401-339-4903

401-539-8193 fax

CRMModularhomes@aol.com

A Gathering of Women in the Construction Industry

Connecting East Coast and West Coast

Sunday April 10^th

1:00 pm to 4 pm

Lunch, Speakers & Discussions

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local #103,

256 Freeport St # 1, Boston, MA 02122

All organizations that support women in the industry are welcomed to be part of this, to attend, to speak and share, and join in. All women in the industry are welcomed. It matters not if you work with tools or a computer.

That story of the dismal progress of women in the industry, and our effort to connect the women in the industry, their organizations, and supporters, across the continent and as far around the world as we can reach, made the ENR Newsmaker award list. Combined with the fact that the US Department of Labor has said they will finally, this summer, address the 30 year old language of "good faith effort," and the announcement that the National Building Trades will support and sponsor the first "Women Build the Nation" conference, April 29th – May 1st, makes this a historic year, watched by women in the industry around the world.

We would like to connect to our East Cost Sisters, to know their issues, solutions, ideas, problems, projects, passions and hopes, so that we may share them with all.

Each org will be asked to speak from 5 to 10 minutes, who they are, what they do, what they would like to do and or see happen, what they need help with, what they have to offer, how you can get involved etc. All are welcome to bring information, news, flyers, business cards, resumes', CD's of photos or videos of women on the jobsite to donate.

A Joint Effort of….The Sisters in the Building Trades, The National Association of Women in Construction New Hampshire Chapter, The National Association of Women in Construction Rhode Island Chapter, IUPAT DC#35, WILD Women's Institute for Leadership Development, Massachusetts Jobs with Justice, Coalition of Labor Union Women, Massachusetts Tradeswomen Association ……

Please pass this notice to any and all in the area…..

We would like to reach every tradeswoman in the area, to extend a welcome.

Fwd: MA Carpenters (outside Boston) Accepting Apprentice Applications until April 7

Hi Friends,

Attached please find a flyer from the Carpenters Union announcing that they are accepting applications for apprentices through April 7. This applies to all MA locals outside of Boston. Because of the slow work situation, these locals did not accept any apprentices in 2010.

The back of the flyer has addresses where one can apply.

Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.

For those who want to apply to Boston locals, they are still accepting applicants the first Monday of every month at 750 Dorchester Ave, 2nd Floor.

Please forward this flyer broadly.

Thank you,

Liz Skidmore

Sisters in the Brotherhood

United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America

Save the date 4.20.2011 2:30 - 4:30 Building Equality for Women in the Construction Trades

SAVE THE DATE!!!!!!!!!!!!

Please join the Center for Women in Politics & Public Policy for its

30^th Women's Research Forum

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:  
Building Equality for Women in the Construction Trades

Why has there been so little progress for women in the construction industry? What keeps women at less than 3% of the construction workforce? How can women be assured access to high-paying jobs in the trades? Participate in the public release event for new report examining what it will take to achieve gender equality in an industry on the rebound.

Join report authors Susan Moir, Director of the Labor Resource Center, and Meryl Thomson, Researcher, Center for Women in Politics & Public Policy, as they consider the barriers and opportunities for women in the construction trades. All are welcome and refreshments will be served.

When: Wednesday, 20 April 2011 from 2:30-4:30 pm in the Chancellor's Conference Room

Where: University of Massachusetts Boston, Quinn Administration Building (3^rd floor)

Additional event information will soon be made available.

Carpenters apprenticeship applications open for Spring! Apply before 4/7/11 3pm

Become a Union Carpenters' Apprentice

Become skilled in a trade, and get paid to do it.

The Massachusetts Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund is accepting applications to establish a pool of eligible candidates for apprenticeship.

Benefits of Apprenticeship:

•• Paid "scholarship" - no or low-cost supervised training

•• Progressively increasing wage with excellent benefits

•• Nationally recognized credential - completion of Apprenticeship Certificate

•• Improved job security and standard of living

•• Opportunity for college credit

•• Pride and Dignity

WHO: Anyone age 17 or older, who is a High School graduate or has a GED. High school seniors may apply with a letter from their school stating that they are eligible to graduate within three months. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

WHEN: Thursday, April 7, 2011 – 3:00 PM is the deadline to apply to be interviewed this spring.

WHERE: Applications may be completed at any one of the 10 Carpenters Union Locals (outside of Boston). Locals have responsibility for specific geographic regions To determine which Local is closest to you, see the list on the bottom of this flyer or visit our "Find a Local" website at http://tinyy.cc/MyLocaal.

For more information about Apprenticeship, contact:

The Massachusetts Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund

350 Fordham Rd, STE 100, Millbury, MA 01527

Phone (508) 7552-1197 email: info@macarpenters.org website: www.macarpenters.org

What happens after I apply?

Applicants must attend an informational session on Wednesday, April 20, 22011 at 6:00 PM at the New England Carpenters Training Center, 13 Holman Rd, Millbury, MA 0195227. Interviews will be held on April 2 9, 2011. Applicants will b e scheduled for interviews only at the informational session

What is a Carpenters' Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a training program where you earn wages while you learn to become a skilled carpenter. Apprenticeship combines classroom studies with on-the-job training supervised by a trade professional. Much like a college education, it takes several years to become fully trained in the trade that you choose. Unlike college, though, as an apprentice you'll earn while you learn. At first, you'll make less money than skilled workers; but as you progress, you'll get regular raises. Once you have mastered the craft, you will receive professional wages

Equal Opportunity

The Massachusetts Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund (MCATF) is committed to equal opportunity for applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment and training of apprentices during their apprenticeship shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, creed, handicap, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest record, conviction record, or membership in the military forces of the United States. MCATF will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship, and we will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 30 and all other applicable laws.

Carpenters Union:

The United Brotherhood of Carpenters is North America's largest building-trades union, with more than a half-million members in the construction and wood-products industries. We recognize that for the union to remain strong, our signatory contractors need to succeed in today's highly competitive marketplace – and our signatory contractors do that with workers committed to safety, productivity, and the proud legacy of our Brotherhood. Skills, safety, and productivity have brought our members fair wages, good benefits, and dignity in work and retirement since the Brotherhood was founded in 1881.

New England Regional Council of Carpenters:

The New England Regional Council of Carpenters represents 22,000 carpenters, pile drivers, shop and millmen, and floorcoverers working in the New England states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. There are over 1,300 contractors who have signed agreements with the NERCC – and more are signing every day. We believe that well-paid, well-trained carpenters mean well- made, safe and long-lasting construction.

How and where to apply:

Applications for the apprenticeship program will be accepted at Local Union Halls until 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 7, 2011. Locals are open Monday through Friday, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

It is strongly recommended that you call the Local to schedule an appointment to complete an application.

To determine which local is closest to you visit our "Find a Local" website http://tiny.cc/MyLocal.

Northeastern MA

Local 26 - 978-658-5520 350 Fordham Rd Wilmington, MA 01887

Local 111 - 978-683-7373 13 Branch St, Unit 215 Methuen, MA 01844

Local 275 - 617-965-6100 411 Lexington St Newton ("Auburndale"), MA 02466

Local 475 - 508-202-9895 1071 Worcester Rd, 4th flr, STE 4B Framingham, MA 01701

Central MA

Local 107 - 508-755-3034 29 Endicott Street Worcester, MA 01610

Southeastern MA

Locals 424, 535 & 624 - 781-963-0200 21 Mazzeo Drive Randolph, MA 02050

Local 1305 - 508-676-0771 239 Bedford St Fall River, MA 02722

Western MA Local 108 - 413-781-1640 29 Oakland Street Springfield, MA 01108

Local 108 will be hosting an open house at their local office on Wed. April 6th at 4:00 PM, potential applicants strongly encouraged to attend.

For More Information About Apprenticeship Contact:

The Massachusetts Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund

350 Fordham Rd, STE 100, Millbury, MA 01527

Phone: (508) 752-1197 email: info@macarpenters.org website: www.macarpenters.org

What happens after I apply?

Applicants must attend an informational session on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 6:00 PM at the New England Carpenters Training Center, 13 Holman Rd, Millbury, MA 019527. Interviews will be held on April 29, 2011. Applicants will be scheduled for interviews at the informational session.

Click here for a link to the flyer. You can use this to spread the word :)

Repost: WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION: MORE NEEDED

WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION: MORE NEEDED

Posted on March 10, 2011 by johnbale

For most of my academic career, recruiting more female entrants to courses in traditionally ‘male-dominated’ subject areas has been an accepted goal for course managers.  In my subject of construction management,  most courses now recruit more women than they once did (which is not difficult!)  but we are a long way short of a balanced intake.  The case for female recruitment  is rarely analysed, but there is an assumption that it is part of a general commitment to equal opportunities.  I would not for a moment disparage that justification: I believe passionately that human beings should enjoy equal opportunities, irrespective of gender, race or any other human characteristic – and it is impossible to deny that such equality has often been lacking.  But today I want to examine a different argument for having more women in the construction workforce.

This springs out of a recent report in the UK  (by Lord Davies of Abersoch) which argues that, in the interests of good governance, there should be more women on the boards of major companies.  The Davies recommendation was anticipated by Martin Vander Weyer in an article in a recent issue of The Spectator (26.02.11), expressing, more strongly than I have seen it expressed before, the real dangers of an excessively masculine approach to decision making.  He attributes much of the banking crisis to excessive machismo on the part of bank directors, and concludes that ‘major companies, and the  pension funds that invest in them, would be a lot safer in the hands of gender-balanced boards’.

Some feminists would, I know, argue against the attribution of particular qualities to men and women, and I fully accept that there is huge (and overlapping) diversity of personality characteristics within each of the genders.   I’m convinced, however, that organisations perform better with a gender-balanced workforce and (to return to the part of the organisational world I know best) that management in construction sometimes suffers from the excessive machismo to which Vander Meyer refers.  Nor do I believe that the need for balance exists only at the level of corporate governance: indeed it’s at the operational level that macho-management can be most prevalent and dangerous – whether it is practised by men or by women.

Higher education courses frequently simulate industrial practice, and I hope it may be possible for teachers to examine the extent to which gender balance influences decision making and performance within work groups.  It would be good to hear from anyone who has done work of that kind on construction courses.