Unit 2
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Why are you running for office? With my experience in the Department of Education as a school food services manager, Unit 2 negotiator and steward, I understand the challenges we face and the importance of improving working conditions, wages and job security. I want to bring a solutions-focused approach to the board and advocate for change.
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What are your goals?
My goal as a union board director is to strengthen our union by ensuring transparency, advocating for change and remaining a powerful force for our workers’ rights. I want to focus on:
- Improving workplace conditions
- Enhancing communication
- Stronger negotiations
- Long-term stability and member growth
Background:
- Current school food services manager at Hilo High School
- Experience on the negotiations team
- Seven years at the DOE feeding children in our community
- Three years at Hawaii Community College
- 20 years of community service
- 20 years of food service experience
- Culinary degree
- Single mother