National AFRAM Conference Highlights
National President Roderick Bashir with Andy Johnson
May 28, 2009
AFRAM recently held their National Convention. SEIU AFRAM Caucus President and Saginaw City Chapter President Andy Johnson was elected by acclamation as President of the Central Region AFRAM Caucus. This also makes Andy an Executive Vice-President on the AFRAM National Caucus. The SEIU 517M AFRAM State Caucus also won the award for Most Outstanding Caucus in the Central Region. We were honored for the work we have been doing over the last two years.
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Detroit regional AFRAM Celebration of Black History Month
By Yolanda Langston
On February 10, 2009 , Local 517M AFRAM Detroit Caucus headed by Phil Patrick and Yolanda Langston hosted a special program celebrating Black History Month. Special guest Speakers were President Pro-Tempore Dr. JoAnn Watson, of the Detroit City Council, and Council Member, Kwame Kenyatta. Both spoke on their backgrounds, struggles, trials and successes, and what it takes to be a positive leader in our community. They shared stories on their childhood and Mrs. Watson being raised by southerners. They also shared their passion on staying involved with our youth.
Local 517M AFRAM State officers Marvin Cook and Andy Johnson were also in attendance to speak to the membership on the importance of participating in our union activities, along with the existing activities of the caucus.
The night was filled a sense of unity, as our members, Maydell Bell sung a spiritual song "We need a Saviour, and his name is Jesus", and our membership also joined Sergeant of Arms, Melvin McClain in singing the National Black Anthem, "Lift Every Voice".
It really filled my heart with a sense of joy to see everyone fellowship and enjoy one another. To simply take a brief moment away from the stresses that life brings upon us. It was a blessed event.
Sunday Ballroom Dancing
Brought to you by the SEIU 517M AFRAM Caucus
Open Ballroom Dancing every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the Month
Located at the SEIU Local 517M Saginaw Hall (1420 S. Michigan, Saginaw)
Time: 6:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Fee: $5 per person
For more information call Darliane: 989-797-4243
Dress code is clean and casual (no shorts, t-shirts or tennis shoes)
No smoking in building
50/50 raffle
Singles and couples welcome
Saginaw AFRAM is Holding A Dinner-Dance
January 7, 2009
Saginaw Regional AFRAM Caucus is holding a Dinner-Dance Scholarship Fund Raiser February 21, 2009 6:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m. at the SEIU Local 517M Saginaw Union Hall at 1420 S. Michigan Ave., Saginaw.
- Domino and Spades Tournament - $5.00 entry fee
- Karaoke Contest - Cash Prize to the winner
- 50/50 raffle
- B.Y.O.B
Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the SEIU Local 517M Saginaw office at 1420 S. Michigan Ave. Call 989.797.4243 to purchase tickets or if you have questions.
Dear SEIU 517M family:
The SEIU 517M AFRAM Caucus would like to say thank you for your very generous contribution to the school supplies fundraiser. The AFRAM Caucus is very proud to know that 517M supports AFRAM and its activities. This donation may not seem to be that big of a deal to most but it is a very important part in lending a helping hand to those in need.
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On October 17, 2007 the SEIU Local 517M Executive Board voted unaminously to establish a African-American Caucus (AFRAM) at Local 517M. AFRAM was formed at SEIU International in 1996 and is the largest and oldest of the International's 7 caucuses. AFRAM's objective is to develop African-American leadership within SEIU. Membership is not limited to African-Americans only; AFRAM membership is open to everyone in SEIU.
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In an effort to offer our members additional convenience, you may now join or renew your annual membership dues online or you may continue to mail in your dues payment.
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