The July issue of The Electrical Worker, a monthly publication by the IBEW, recognizes the work of TBB and our mission of building global tradeswomen solidarity. Our delegation to London consisted of many tradeswomen, including union electricians representing 3 regions of the United States (East Coast, West Coast, and Mid-West). While in London, we connected with Sam Jones, an electrician from the UK, and several UK tradeswomen from other crafts.

The full-page article highlights why forming these connections for each female electrician in London is crucial. Ranging from: not feeling alone even though you are the only female on the job site, dealing with macho culture and hostility, and helping to find your place in your union and the tradeswomen movement altogether.

International connections like the one we made in London continue to highlight that tradeswomen’s struggles are global and by building these relationships were are strengthen the voice of the tradeswomen movement in its entirety.

The full article can be found: The Electrical Worker article – ‘You are not Alone