My name is Fatima Ijaz and I am a member of United Steel Workers (USW) 1998. I am also on the executive of USW 1998 as a trustee. I attend regular executive and general membership meetings where we discuss the activities of committees, spending and priorities of the union. This experience has taught me about governance decisions similar to those that is required by the Board of Directors. As a union member, I believe an injury to one is an injury to all. Over the last couple of years, I have become increasingly involved in global conflicts and Canada’s role in them. For instance, many Canadian mining companies are involved in illegal activities abroad and due to successful lobbying, the ombudsman for responsible enterprise is an organization with minimal ability to create change. Issues like this have made me realize that the power to change this lies with non-profit organizations like Amnesty International and civil society. I believe that organizations like Amnesty International can amplify these issues to civil society and facilitate change. I would like to be part of the board that would make decisions to support these important campaigns.
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