Labor Education and   
Research Center

We provide education, training, events, and applied research to   
working people in Washington State.

Labor History

Understanding the struggles of workers in the U.S. for decent wages and benefits, and for respect and a voice on the job can go a long way towards inspiring current union members and non-union workers to stand up and be counted.

Labor history is woefully under-taught in our public education system; a labor history presentation is likely to expose many union members to stories that are entirely new to them.

Are you running a training that you'd like a Labor History component? 

Do you want a presentation for your leadership or membership? Would offering such a presentation encourage participation in meetings?

These presentations run for a minimum of 60 minutes, include a slideshow and music, and are brought to you. They can also be tailored to focus on a particular community, region, time period or industry.

Contact the Center to schedule a Labor History presentation today!!  206.934.6671