I would like to take this opportunity to inform members of UAW 412 of services provided by the Civil & Human Rights Committee. As a Committee we are committed to the fight against injustice everywhere. We wage the fight for equality in the workplace and in the community by being politically engaged. Civil and Human Rights involve all people regardless of Race. It is often thought that it is only for minorities or people within the protected categories but (NOT TRUE). Civil Rights are your legal rights as stated by the law. Human Rights are your God given rights as a human being. Civil and Human rights protect everyone! Many companies, FCA included, are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, but we all know that there is still work to be done concerning Civil and Human Rights in America.
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 made it illegal to discriminate against protected categories. The law says that people cannot be treated differently on the basis of the following protected categories:
Race
Color
National or ethnic origin
Social Background
Age
Religion
Disability
Sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity
We have new Civil Rights Committee leadership and new members committed to fight for your rights. If you suspect that you have been discriminated against or subject to harassment, based on a protected category, don’t hesitate to give us an opportunity to be your champion.