Asian Pacific Women’s Center To Provide Free Workers Rights Seminar

LOS ANGELES - Aug. 28, 2015 - PRLog -- Los Angeles, CA (August 24, 2015) - Asian Pacific Women’s Center (APWC) will host a free Workers Rights Seminar on Tuesday September 8, 2015 at the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center in Little Tokyo from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.

The seminar will cater to women, especially women who have experienced domestic violence, who are interested in learning about basic legal rights related to workers and employers. The seminar shall cover topics on workplace discrimination, minimum wage, leave benefits, workers compensation, among others. Free snacks and refreshment will be served.

“Working people in America have certain basic legal rights to safe, healthy and fair conditions at work.”, said Carolina Nolasco, APWC’s Volunteer Coordinator. “Knowing our rights in the workplace is one thing, but knowing what to do next is another. The seminar shall provide concrete steps to protect workers rights and provide resources for legal counseling.”

The seminar forms part of APWC’s Workforce Development Program that aims to equip domestic violence survivors with new work related skillsets, education, training and resources needed to enter the workforce and achieve economic independence. RSVP with Camille Chuaquico (acschuaquico@apwcla.org) for questions regarding this seminar. For more information, please call: 213-250-2977.

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About the Asian Pacific Women’s Center

Founded in 1993, the Asian Pacific Women’s Center is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to community outreach, raising awareness about domestic violence and the resources available for victims, and fostering violence prevention. Our mission is to provide an environment that is sensitive to the cultural and language needs of Asian and Pacific Islander domestic violence survivors and their families, as they acquire the necessary skills and personal strength for self-sufficiency and violence-free lives. For more information, please visit www.apwcla.org or call (213) 250-2977.