REGISTER NOW FOR LATINA/O WORKERS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE: SEPT 18-20, 2025!!
The Latina/o Worker Leadership Institute invites all workers, union or non-union, and activists from allied organizations to share ideas and grow skills for responding to the challenges facing Latina/o working persons and learn about Latina/o culture. We welcome participants from all genders and all cultural or ethnic backgrounds.
Information and registration for our upcoming conference below.
You can review the curriculums offered at past conferences below. As this is a long-standing conference, please note that not every year is represented. To see photos and video from past conferences, visit the Latina/o Worker Leadership Institute Facebook page.
WORKSHOPS
1. Colegio de Niños / Kids' College – Bring your children ages 8-15 to this one-day workshop on Saturday, September 20, 2024, to learn about Labor and the benefits of Union activism. Registration fee for Youth is $60. A parent/guardian must be a conference participant.
2. Understanding Labor Law and the Family Medical Leave Act – This workshop gives a comprehensive overview of essential labor law and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Participants will gain a clear understanding of employer obligations, employee rights, and recent updates. Topics will include wage and hour laws, workplace protections, FMLA eligibility, leave management, and documentation requirements.
3. Know your Immigration Rights, Know your Responsibilities – Participants will learn about fundamental rights under the U.S. Constitution- regardless of immigration status-including protections during encounters with federal immigration and local law enforcement. Immigrant employment rights will also be covered.
4. The Struggle, Latina/o Labor History – This workshop explores the powerful and often overlooked history of Latina and Latino workers in the U.S. Labor movement. Participants will learn about key historical events, union campaigns and inspirational leaders.
5. Defending Rights, Building Power: Steward & Committee – This workshop is designed to build knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to represent members effectively, uphold the contract and ensure a fair and respectful workplace. Participants will learn the basics of addressing members' concerns, handling grievances, and working together to solve problems.
6. Organizing for Power: Building from the Ground Up – This workshop equips participants with core skills and strategies needed to organize effectively in the workplace and beyond. Whether you’re trying to grow your union, build momentum for a contract campaign, or take on issues like safety or fair pay, organizing is the foundation of collective bargaining.
7. Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace & Community – Mental Health affects every part of our lives. This workshop provides a practical and compassionate introduction to mental health, with a focus on promoting well-being both in the workplace and in the community.
8. Understanding Union Foundation & Standing Committees – This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of unionism and the important role standing committee’s play in building a strong, democratic union. Participants will learn about the history, purpose, and power of unions; including how collective action protects workers’ rights and creates positive change in the workplace & beyond.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
REGISTRATION: cost is $600 ($540 tuition, $60 mandatory meal fee) Youth one day is $60 and must be registered by the deadline.
Register online by using the below form, email photo/scan of the flyer above to CLCS.info@umich.edu or fax 313-588-6430. Note, postal mail can take up to two weeks to reach us. You do not need your payment or voucher first to register. Please register and pay by September 19th, 2024. If we receive the full $600 payment by that date, you are eligible for the Express Lane—a shorter wait at check in. The mandatory meal payment includes 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches; evening meals are on your own. Tuition Assistance Programs (TAPs) cover tuition costs, but not meals. If using TAP, apply for $540 tuition; you or your workplace pay the $60 meal payment beforehand or at registration.
TIME AND DATES: Check-in is Thursday, September 18, 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Welcome Session is 7:00pm to 9:00pm. A second check-in is 7:30am to 9:00am Friday. Conference runs 8:00am to 5:00pm Friday & Saturday, with graduation on Saturday.
EVENT LOCATION: The University of Michigan-Dearborn, Fairlane Center South, 19000 Hubbard Dr., Dearborn, Michigan 48126.
HOTEL ROOMS: Rooms are available at the DoubleTree by Hilton Detroit-Dearborn at 5801 Southfield Freeway, Detroit, for $145 per night plus tax. You can book at this special rate by calling 1-800-222-8733 and ask for code LWLI by September 11, 2025 to reserve a room. All room cancellations must be completed by Thursday, September 11, 2025. You can also use the link found in the hotel section of the conference page on our website clcs.umd.umich.edu.
CANCELLATION/REFUND: The last date to cancel the event at no cost is September 11th. To be valid, cancellations must be called in to CLCS at 313-583-6400. Registrants who do not cancel by the deadline or No-Show owe full payment of $600.
LIMITED NUMBER OF PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE: Please contact our office or refer to this scholarship form here.
