Join Teamsters' History Program on MLK and Modern Civil Rights

January 17, 2025 January 17, 2025

Editorial Staff

The Facts -

Teamsters host monthly history programs on labor and diversity.

The sessions explore Black, Women's, Indigenous, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ histories.

Programs are via Zoom; register to join and engage in discussions.

The Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Explored in Upcoming Teamsters History Program

As the calendar turns to January, a month that honors Martin Luther King Jr., the Teamsters union is set to delve into significant historical narratives through its latest series of educational programs. Spearheaded by the Human Rights and Diversity Commission alongside the Teamsters History Project, the upcoming event will focus on the rich tapestry of labor movements and diverse histories that have shaped the union.

This educational initiative seeks to illuminate pivotal moments in Black, Women’s, Indigenous, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ histories, tying in their profound influence on the Teamsters and the broader labor movement. These programs are a part of a monthly series designed to foster understanding and discussion about the interconnected pasts that shape our present.

The sessions, conducted via Zoom, will span approximately 90 minutes. They are accessible to everyone interested, provided they register to secure a spot. The organizers encourage wide dissemination of this opportunity, inviting not only Teamsters but also individuals from various communities to join and engage in vibrant discussions.

“MLK: Before He was King”
Presented by Karin Jones
Teamster Historian
International Brotherhood of Teamsters

“The Modern Civil Rights Movement: An Essential History”
Presented by Professor Eric Arnesen
Teamsters Professor of Modern American Labor History
The George Washington University