Walmart

Protest Bill Simon's Attack On Walmart & Darden Workers #SimonSays #NRF13

Posted Thu, 01/10/2013 - 4:15am by mbralow
Date: 
Tuesday, January 15, 2013 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Location: 
Jacob Javits Center, 655 West 34th Street, New York, NY

Bill Simon is the CEO of Walmart US, the world's biggest retailer and a powerful board member of Darden, which owns Red Lobster, Olive Garden & The Capital Grille. Simon's influence in the corporate world is immense & his mistreatment of Walmart & Darden employees affects ALL workers. From part-timing their workforce, paying poverty wages, and avoiding providing benefits, Simon is hurting American workers.

Link: 
https://www.facebook.com/events/127261687439821/

Haiti Reconstruction: A Report-Back from a Labor Solidarity Delegation

Posted Sat, 12/29/2012 - 9:42pm by wnu
Date: 
Saturday, January 12, 2013 - 6:00pm
Location: 
CWA Local 1180, 6 Harrison Street (basement), Manhattan
Contact: 

Info: 212-781-5157 • 347-792-7091

On the 3-Year anniversary of the 2010 Earthquake

• What happened to $billions in aid?
• Why build only sweatshops?
• Why is Haiti still under US/UN Occupation?
• Why is the minimum wage so low in Haiti?
• How is the labor movement fighting back?
• How do those struggles relate to workers' struggles here and around the world?

Speakers / Photo projection:
Marty Goodman (former TWU Local 100 executive board member, Socialist Action member)
David Wilson (Weekly News Update on the Americas)
Tony Savino(Photojournalist)

Link: 
http://www.facebook.com/events/512833625416529/

From Bangladesh to Brooklyn: Vigil for Bangladeshi Factory Workers

Posted Fri, 12/14/2012 - 10:56pm by wnu
Date: 
Saturday, December 15, 2012 - 5:30pm
Location: 
Mcdonald Ave. and Church Ave. Brooklyn, followed by a march to Golden Farm at 329 Church Ave. at 6:15pm.

NYCommunities for Change and the Golden Farm workers were outraged to learn of the tragedy suffered by the Bangladeshi factory workers outside of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Join us at the corner of Mcdonald Ave. and Church Ave. this Saturday, December 15th, at 5pm for a vigil and speak out in recognition of the factory who workers who lost their lives, followed by a march to Golden Farm at 329 Church Ave. at 6:15pm. From Bangladesh to Brooklyn, let workers voices be heard! Join the NYCC’s event on facebook
http://www.facebook.com/events/121969997966077/?context=create

Link: 
http://www.facebook.com/events/121969997966077/?context=create

Protest Deaths of 110 Bangladeshi Workers in Sweatshop Fire

Posted Wed, 12/05/2012 - 7:38pm by wnu
Date: 
Thursday, December 6, 2012 - 12:00pm
Location: 
Jackson Heights Plaza (37th Rd Btwn 73rd and 74th St, Queens)
Contact: 

Kazi at DRUM - (718) 205-3036, info@drumnyc.org

HOW MUCH DO BLACK FRIDAY & CHRISTMAS BARGAINS COST?
THE LIVES OF WORKERS.

ON NOV. 25TH, 112 BANGLADESHI GARMENT WORKERS, MOSTLY WOMEN, WERE KILLED IN A GARMENT FACTORY FIRE IN BANGLADESH. THEY WERE MAKING CLOTHES FOR WALMART, SEARS, AND DISNEY.

U.S. CORPORATIONS REFUSE TO COMPENSATE THE FAMILIES, DON’T ALLOW WORKERS TO UNIONIZE, AND PAY $37 A MONTH PER WORKER. OVER 600 WORKERS HAVE DIED IN SUCH FIRES IN BANGLADESH SINCE 2006.

COME DEMAND CORPORATE ACCOUNTABILITY.

DRUM is visiting the workers communities in Bangladesh now, raising funds & petitions to support their fight.

Link: 
http://www.facebook.com/events/437982412935861/

Forum: The Global Battle Against Walmart

Posted Fri, 11/30/2012 - 1:24pm by mbralow
Date: 
Friday, November 30, 2012 - 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Location: 
IAC Solidarity Center, 55 W. 17th St., New York, NY, 10011, Manhattan - 5th Floor

You are invited to attend a public forum to:HEAR A PANEL DISCUSSION ONTHE GLOBAL BATTLE AGAINST WALMART

Speakers TBA; Comments & questions welcomed Video footage of Walmart protest
Fri ►Nov. 30 @ 7 p.m. 55 W. 17 St., 5th floor, Manhattan Sponsored by Workers World Party
Special turkey dinner @ 6:30 pm for a donation
► Presentations 7 pm
We do not charge admission to these forums but your donation or regular pledge in any amount is appreciated

Link: 
http://www.nycga.net/events/forum-the-global-battle-against-walmart/

No More Lies Town Hall Forum

Posted Fri, 09/07/2012 - 4:04pm by Anonymous
Date: 
Thursday, September 20, 2012 - 6:00pm
Location: 
Judson Memorial Church, 55 Washington Square South
Contact: 

maritza@alignny.org

Walmart plans to buy and bully its way into NYC with deceptive ads and political contributions, all while ignoring public concerns as they already have in other big cities.

Workers, faith leaders and activists from across the country are joining NYC to expose Walmart’s broken promises: from poverty wages and workplace discrimination, to the devastation of local economies.

New Yorkers deserve the truth. Join us at the No More Lies town hall to find out what Walmart doesn’t want you to know about their plans for NYC, and learn how we can fight back!

Link: 
http://alignny.org/?p=4696

Support Guest Workers on Hunger Strike to Protest Walmart Supplier

Posted Sat, 06/30/2012 - 12:05am by wnu
Date: 
Saturday, June 30, 2012 - 11:00am - Sunday, July 1, 2012 - 10:00am
Location: 
in front of Michelle Burns' residence on Spruce Street, between Williams & Nassau in Manhattan
Contact: 

contact@alignny.org

Stand in solidarity with guestworkers striking for their rights at Walmart supplier C.J. Seafood.

On Saturday June 30, guestworkers will be camping out and going without food or water for 24 hours in front of Walmart Board Member Michelle Burns' apartment in Lower Manhattan to appeal to her conscience. Your solidarity means the world to these workers – it lifts their spirits and it keeps them safe from harm.

Link: 
http://www.guestworkeralliance.org/2012/06/support-the-workers-24-hour-fast-to-e...

Another New York Is Possible: Actions for Homes, Jobs and Services

Posted Thu, 05/10/2012 - 11:50pm by wnu
Date: 
Friday, May 11, 2012 - 11:30am - 7:00pm
Location: 
Various: see below
Contact: 

anothernewyorkispossible@gmail.com

May 11 is about addressing the basic needs of all people. Jobs, homes and services are human rights, not privileges for those who can afford it. We all need good jobs to support ourselves and our families. We need safe and clean homes to live in. We need basic services like childcare, healthcare, food programs, and training opportunities.

Link: 
http://anothernyc.org/

¡Build Bridges Not Walls #3! "From Wal-Mart to Wall Street to Private Prison Walls: People Before Profits! Occupy Christmas!"

Posted Sat, 12/10/2011 - 5:31pm by amylorraine
Date: 
Thursday, December 15, 2011 - 9:30pm
Location: 
Colors Restaurant, 417 Lafayette St. NYC 10003
Contact: 

juancarlos@rocunited.org

Come jam with "Mayor of DC Hip-Hop" and anti-Walmart activist Head-Roc, the Alt-Tlachinolli danzantes, and the Rude Mechanical Orchestra to say no to the detention-industrial complex and the walmart economy!

Link: 
http://www.facebook.com/events/277417635637759/

PROTEST - Wal-mart Free NYC - City Council Hearing to examine Walmart's labor practices

Posted Wed, 02/16/2011 - 1:57pm by Anonymous
Date: 
Thursday, February 17, 2011 - 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Location: 
Emigrant Savings Bank Building, 49-51 Chambers Street, New York, NY
Contact: 

Austin Guest and the NY Jobs with Justice / Urban Agenda team -

Two weeks ago, over 400 New Yorkers showed up at a rally to keep Walmart out of New York City. Close to 2,500 more showed their solidarity online.

THURSDAY, FEB 17 AT 1PM, City Council will give us a chance to build on that momentum when they hold their second hearing on Walmart - this one intended to shed light on the company's notoriously bad labor practices.

WHAT: City Council Hearing on Walmart's labor practices

WHEN: Thursday, February 17th at 1pm

WHERE: Emigrant Savings Bank Building, 49-51 Chambers Street, New York, NY

Link: 
http://www.facebook.com/walmartfreenyc
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