The Seventh Annual "I'll Be There" Awards: a fundraiser for DC Jobs with Justice.
DC Jobs with Justice is proud to announce the seventh annual "I'll Be There" awards. The ceremony and annual fundraiser- which will take place Thursday, June 11th, 5:30pm-7:30pm at the AFL-CIO- honors individuals and organizations for exceptional solidarity work in the Metro DC area while raising funds to support DC JwJ's work.We are proud to announce this year's honorees:
~ Ward 5 Councilmember Harry Thomas ~
~ Metropolitan Washington Public Health Association ~
~ Workers at the Gaylord and Sheraton Crystal City Hotels~
~ Vanessa Dixon ~
Featuring:
~ Son Cosita Seria ~
Son Jarocho music from Veracruz, Mexico.
~ Union de Trabajadores Puppeteers ~
A puppet show on the challenges facing day laborers in the District, and building alliances with the community.
~ DC Labor Chorus ~
A musical ensemble representing union members from the Washington, DC, area.
Drinks, and light food provided.
Suggested donation of $25-50, no one turned away.
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