Over the last few years, the people of Los Angeles have experienced an economic downturn, massive uprisings, and a global pandemic that has disrupted every aspect of our lives. Societal cracks that were once brushed over by our leaders have now been exposed for all to see. Structures once meant to protect the American people crumbled, leaving our most vulnerable without a lifeline. A unique set of injustices sent working families to the brink of eviction while at the same time forcing Black and Brown workers to the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19 where they faced increased exposure and added health risks in order to maintain their livelihood. 

But in a time when we experienced the worst, we saw the best in each other. It was our coworkers, our neighbors, and our communities who banded together to respond in a time of crisis. It was our fellow union members and those in the Labor Movement who filled the void left by our social structures by connecting our communities to resources, taking action in the workplace for protections on the job, and taking to the streets to demand a better, more equitable society.

What has been realized in front of our eyes is the power and possibilities that come when we dream radically and reimagine a new world…ON OUR TERMS. 

The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO is bringing together labor and community leaders from every part of the region for the 2022 Workers Congress to present our vision for the future and to kickoff our collective strategy to grow the power of the Labor Movement…ON OUR TERMS. 

Now is the time to dream, organize, and rebuild Los Angeles…ON OUR TERMS.

2022 LA Fed Workers Congress 

Thursday, March 31, 2022 | 8am – 3pm

Westin Bonaventure Hotel | 404 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071

• This event will include:
  • Special Guest Speakers 
  • Plenary Session
  • Organizing Workshops

There is no charge to attend the 2022 workers Congress but it is by invitation only. Registration is required. To register for this event please or if you have any questions, please contact us at admin@thelafed.org.

All COVID protocols for Los Angeles County Indoor Mega Events will be strictly adhered to and may result in changes to the event. Proof of full vaccination or a booster shot within 6 months of the event, or a negative PCR test within 48 hours of the event, or a negative Antigen test within 24 hours of the event, is required to attend in person. Proof of full vaccination includes a vaccination card issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a photo of both sides of the card, documentation from a health care provider, or a digital record of vaccination issued by California that documents first and second doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. For more information, visit https://coronavirus.lacity.org.

Dear Sisters, Brothers, and Union Kin,

On behalf of the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, we thank you for registering to attend the 2022 Workers Congress. Now is the time to dream, organize, and rebuild Los Angeles… ON OUR TERMS.

Please find the details below for the 2022 Workers Congress:

Date: Thursday, March 31, 2022
Time: 9am – 2pm
(Special House of Labor Meeting at 8am for voting delegates)
Location: Westin Bonaventure Hotel | 404 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071

Parking (Parking is not free):
Self-Parking at City National Parking Garage – Discounted rate of $15 per car. City National Parking Garage is located across the street from the hotel and connected via sky bridge (400 South Flower Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071). Guests may park on any level of the garage and take the elevators to level 7 (labeled “Bonaventure Sky Bridge”). Upon exiting the garage, guests will cross the sky bridge towards the hotel. This entrance leads to the 2nd floor, red tower. Event Registration will be to the left of this entrance.

Please allow yourself 10 minutes to get from the parking area to the event.

COVID:
All COVID protocols for Los Angeles County Indoor Mega Events will be strictly adhered to and may result in changes to the event. Proof of full vaccination within 6 months of the event, or a booster shot, or a negative PCR test within 48 hours of the event, or a negative Antigen test within 24 hours of the event, is required to attend in person. Proof of full vaccination includes a vaccination card issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a photo of both sides of the card, documentation from a health care provider, or a digital record of vaccination issued by California that documents first and second doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. For more information, visit https://coronavirus.lacity.org.

Covid testing will be available from 6am through the duration of the event on the first floor of the City National parking garage.

Dress Code:
Attendees are encouraged to wear their Union colors and T-shirt.

Keynote Speakers:
Liz Shuler, General President, AFL-CIO
Lorena Gonzalez, Incoming President of the California Federation of Labor
Dr. Angela Davis, Educator, Activist, and Author
Ron Herrera, President, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO

Special Guests:
Susan Minato, Co-President, UNITE HERE Local 11
Yvonne Wheeler, Vice President, Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO
Frank V. Lima, General-President, IAFF

Workshops:
Power Starts with Organizing
Will Strike If Provoked…
From Protest to Vote

Upon arrival, Registration will be taking place in the California Foyer on the 2nd floor. Continental breakfast will be provided in the morning and lunch will be provided at 1pm. There is no charge to attend the 2022 workers Congress but it is by invitation only. The event is at full capacity.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing you on Thursday, March 31st.

In Solidarity,

The LA Fed Team