Pictured: Wales TUC general secretary Shavanah Taj
UNISON will be marking the UN international day for remembrance of the slave trade and its abolition with an event at its Cardiff office.
The event will take place from 6pm to 8.30pm on Friday August 23 and will feature guest speakers including UNISON Cymru/Wales regional manager Simon Dunn.
UNISON Cymru/Wales Black members’ committee chair Kebba Manneh will open the event.
Wales TUC general secretary Shavanah Taj (pictured above) will be a key speaker at the event and said: “I am grateful to the UNISON Cymru/Wales Black Members Self-Organised Group for hosting this important event to mark the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition.
“Everyone deserves dignity and safety at work. As unions, we fight against all forms of labour exploitation – including slavery, abuse and violence, both here and abroad.
“Today is a chance to reflect on this responsibility, and honour those who were victims of this evil trade.”
Click here for more information and a timetable of speakers at this year’s event.
