BLACK HISTORY MONTH

In the 1930s, when the Transport Workers Union was in its infancy, African-Americans could only work in the transit system as porters, cleaning stations and trains.

Managers who were racist wouldn’t hire African-Americans into higher-paying positions.

TWU, led by our founder, Michael J. Quill, fought back.

By organizing and agitating, TWU kicked open the doors of opportunity, so all transit jobs in the subway and bus system could be available to everyone.

During Black History month, Transport Workers Union Local 100 reflects on the past struggles and advancements. We also recommit ourselves to the ideal of an America that is unburdened by racism, discrimination and hate, where everyone has a fair chance of reaching their full potential.