Message from Long Island Region President Jarvis Brown
A message from CSEA Long Island Region One President Jarvis Brown
Let me begin by expressing how pleased your Region One officers and I are with the success of the Region One Fall Conference. Almost 300 officers and activists attended our first in-region conference. Attendees learned critical information, that brought attendees back to the basics of activating the membership and navigating their way through the various levels of our organization.
You’ll see more about the Fall conference in this issue of the newsletter.
Based on my interactions with members around our region, the Fall Conference is not the only place where members are being enlightened. Many of you have adopted the “Communicate to Educate” concept and are making efforts to learn more about CSEA and engage members through conversation.
I have often felt that CSEA’s structure has not been effectively communicated to the membership over the years. Now, we are on our way to having an activated membership with a firm understanding of their role in the union movement. With the resources CSEA provides including, region, local and unit officers as well as the CSEA Constitution that members can refer to, there is nowhere for us to go but up.
I am happy to see members wanting to get involved, asking questions and formulating thoughts and opinions based on everything they are learning.
If you remember nothing else about CSEA, know that you, CSEA’s membership, are “the union.” We cannot be a strong entity without your active participation in rallies, member meetings and other actions organized by your locals and units. Our presence demonstrates our power.
Also playing an important role is the region staff, including our newly appointed Long Island Region Director Liam Russertt. Liam understands the needs of the membership and what it takes to get the job done. You can count on our Region One labor relations specialists and your region officers to provide assistance to you when you are in need.
Going into 2025, the Region One board and I plan to take what members have learned this year and build on it in the new year. We will continue to make effective measurements that create a stronger and more cohesive union.
Sincerely,
Jarvis Brown
CSEA Long Island Region One President