We're continuing our conversation about domestic labor with a deep dive into the historical and current practice of organizing domestic workers for dignity and respect.
Tune in to learn more about:
- the role of storytelling in building collective identity
- community organizing strategies in and beyond legislated labor protections
- professionalizing the workforce through narratives and negotiations
- the politics of care work
ABOUT OUR GUESTS
Allison Julien is the We Dream in Black Organizing Director for the National Domestic Worker’s Alliance. Listen to her full interview on Patreon (running time: 01:41:59)
Adela Seally is a professional nanny and childcare specialist, mother of seven, and a member of the National Domestic Workers Alliance - New York We Dream in Black Chapter. Listen to her full interview on Patreon (running time: 00:59:38)
Rose Gloria* is nanny who has worked with over 50 families in the last 15 years. Her identity and voice have been changed to protect her identity. Listen to her full interview on Patreon (running time: 02:26:08)
Premilla Nadasen is a Professor of History at Barnard College, Columbia University and the author of “Household Workers Unite: The Untold Story of African American Women Who Built a Movement.” Listen to her full interview on Patreon (running time: 01:05:28)
Nikki Brown-Booker is the Program Officer for the Disability Inclusion Fund at Borealis Philanthropy. She is a person with a disability who employs six domestic workers. Listen to her full interview on Patreon (running time: 00:56:24)
Learn more about podcast guests here and read their full bios!
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Visit www.BlackWomensLabor.com to learn more.
CREDITS
Creator, Host and HBIC: Taja Lindley
Audio Engineering by Lilah Larson
Music by Emma Alabaster who also served as the Pre-Production Associate Producer
Additional Music Production by Chip Belton
Vocals by Patience Sings
Mixing and Mastering by Chip Belton
Lyrics by Taja Lindley and Emma Alabaster
Logo and Graphic Design Templates by Homegirl HQ
This podcast is produced by Colored Girls Hustle and supported by the Economic Hardship Reporting Project
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