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Malcolm X and Rosa Parks were two of the civil rights leaders assembled by A. Philip Randolph for a 1962 rally supporting poorly-paid Black, Hispanic, and Caribbean hospital workers in their bid for union recognition as part of the Local 1199 Drug and Hospital Union in what is now Brookdale Medical Center in New York City. This was the only time Malcolm X identified himself with a labor union.

Above, Malcolm X addresses the crowd in front of a sign reading “Negro and Puerto Rican Communities Support Local 1199’s Fight to End Exploitation …” Joining him on the platform are A. Philip Randolph, Rosa Parks, and other labor leaders. Photographer unknown.

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All About the ILGWU

The ILGWU records held at the Kheel Center are the most extensive (over 2,500 linear feet!) and heavily used collection we possess. We are the the official repository of the ILGWU since 1987, containing photos, pamphlets, oral presentations, letters, banners, speeches, videos, and songs.

Here is an example of a poster from our ILGWU Broadsides Collection, #5780/109. For more on the ILGWU, visit this site: http://ilgwu.ilr.cornell.edu/.

Image description: A blue poster portraying two employees looking at a sign that says "The Law: You have the right to join a union". The poster then reads "YOU HAVE YOUR RIGHTS, USE THEM. The law says that you have the right to join a union. You can use that right to win more money in your pay envelopes and benefits you'd like but don't have. The law backs up your right. But only you can use it"

Poster by the International Ladies Garment Workers Union and AFL-CIO.

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Happy Holidays from the Kheel Center!

Here’s a look at a Christmas party at ILGWU Local 292 in 1945! Music, presents, and smiles- how fun! Best wishes this holiday season. 

Found in Coll. 5780 P 

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The creativity of American Design. The skill of American workmanship. The importance of American an jobs. "Before you buy insist on ILGWU label in all apparel. It's the symbol of decency, fair labor standard, and the American way of life." My question is why did this label disappear? Why is it only in vintage clothing? #ilgwu #internationalladiesgarmentworkersunion