October 3, 2025

IAM Human Rights Conference: Breaking Barriers in Atlanta

The IAM Human Rights Conference in Atlanta was a powerful event centered on equity, inclusion, and breaking down barriers in workplaces and communities. Union members from across North America gathered to reaffirm the IAM’s leadership in the human rights movement. Day 1 featured an opening performance reenacting the Washerwoman Strike of 1881, speeches from IAM leaders including International President Brian Bryant and General Secretary-Treasurer Dora Cervantes, and a panel on