Laphonza Butler Elected International Vice President, SEIU
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- At SEIU's recent January 2011 Executive Board meeting held in Puerto Rico, SEIU United Long Term Care Workers (ULTCW) President, Laphonza Butler, was elected by the SEIU International Executive Board to serve as an International Vice President.
One of only twenty-five International Vice Presidents, Laphonza was recognized for her successful leadership in the fight for economic and social justice, and ensuring that the work and contributions of California long term caregivers are understood and respected among lawmakers and the general public.
"The hardworking home care and nursing home workers united in ULTCW can testify best to Laphonza's leadership in action," said Mary Kay Henry, SEIU International President. "With her creativity and determination in engaging members in community service and politics, Laphonza will bring great skill and insight to fight for justice for all working people as an International Vice President of SEIU."
SEIU International Vice Presidents are the highest governing body of the union between International Conventions and hold the responsibility of providing union leadership with strategic vision and counsel.
Contact: Kerry Townsend Jacob, Communications Director, SEIU-ULTCW, Office: 213-985-1694, Mobile: 213-280-9496.
SOURCE SEIU United Long Term Care Workers (ULTCW)
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