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| 8:00 - 10:00 PM | Congress of Bargaining Unit Leaders Networking Reception* This complimentary reception offers Congress members planning to attend the Friday morning session an opportunity to network with colleagues, while enjoying light hors d’oeuvres. |
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| 8:00 - 11:00 AM | Congress of Bargaining Unit Leaders Meeting* (2.0 contact hours) Elected Local Bargaining Unit (LBU) leaders will hold their semiannual meeting to discuss issues related to negotiating and internal organizing, health and safety concerns, and legislative priorities. The Congress includes the president/chair of each bargaining unit or one designee from the executive committee of the unit. Other LBU members are welcome to observe the meeting and address the group. Voting Congress members must pre-register for the meeting – no exceptions. Only observers will be allowed to register on site. If you have questions about your voting eligibility, contact your unit chairperson/president. Henry Nicholas, president of the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees, AFSCME, AFL-CIO, will address the Congress of Bargaining Unit Leaders. Nicholas has led the union since 1981, which has grown to 150,000 members during his tenure. NUHHCE represents workers in all fields in the major health institutions and its members have made tremendous gains in wages, benefits, and working conditions. Nicholas is an outspoken advocate for healthcare reform and union organizing. |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
Labor Day Brunch* (Ticketed event; cost: $10) An ideal opportunity to network with friends and colleagues. Highlights include presentations by nurse labor leaders and the presentation of the annual Delegate Assembly Award. Please note: you must purchase a ticket for this event. |
| 12:30 – 3:30 PM | Delegate Assembly Meeting* (2.5 contact hours) The Delegate Assembly will review Congress recommendations, and pass resolutions to be presented to the NYSNA Board of Directors for consideration or implementation. The Assembly will discuss labor issues on both local and national levels. |
| 3:45 – 5:15 PM | Plenary: “The Nurse’s Role in Fighting Human Trafficking” (1.5 contact hours) Barbara Glickstein, RN, a public health nurse and producer of the radio program “Heathstyles,” will describe how nurses can help combat human trafficking in our society. Attendees at NYSNA's 2007 Convention were captivated by Glickstein’s knowledge of the hidden world of modern-day human bondage. This year, she will specifically address what registered nurses can do to identify victims of this crime, assist them in accessing appropriate resources, recover from trauma, and begin to build a new life. |
| 6:30 – 8 PM | NYSNA Political Action Committee Dinner (Ticketed event; cost: $75) New York state government has undergone some major changes this year. It started with the unexpected ascendency of David Paterson to the governor’s office and may end with a change in party leadership in the New York State Senate. What impact will the new administration have on nursing’s legislative priorities? Will there be a new political landscape in Albany? Hear from a Capitol insider on these and other issues. Proceeds will benefit the NYSNA Political Action Committee. Please note: you must purchase a ticket for this event. Please indicate your meal preference on the registration form. |
| 8 PM – Midnight | Social Event Relax with friends and colleagues as you share the day’s events and gear up for tomorrow. Enjoy music, dancing, and delicious desserts. There is no charge for the reception, and is included in your Friday or full registration. |
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*Please note: event is open to NYSNA Local Bargaining Unit members ONLY. There is no charge to attend the Congress and Delegate Assembly meetings. Non-LBU events begin at 3:45PM on Friday, September 26.