Long Beach Black Worker Center

04/06/2026

It’s official.

We’ve launched a public call for justice for Black workers in Long Beach.

For years, workers have spoken up about discrimination, lack of advancement, and retaliation.
The data backs it up. The City has acknowledged it.

Now we’re demanding action.

The campaign is calling for real accountability, not more delay.

Read the full press release and sign the petition:
https://lbbwc.org/news/pressrelease-dignitynotdelay-petition

This is about dignity. This is about fairness. This is about now.

Petition calls on city officials to address documented disparities in hiring, pay, and promotion affecting Black employees Long Beach, CA — April 6, 2026 — A petition calling for the City of Long Beach to address longstanding systemic issues faced by Black workers is circulating in Long Beach

03/22/2026

Dignity can’t wait.

Black workers in Long Beach have been raising concerns about discrimination, unsafe conditions, and unequal opportunities for years. They have gone through the proper channels, spoken at City Council meetings, and taken legal action when those systems failed to respond.

What they are asking for is simple. Fairness. Accountability. Respect.

Through the campaign, the Long Beach Black Worker Center is calling on the City of Long Beach, including the Mayor, City Council, department leadership, and union representatives, to take immediate, measurable action to address inequities impacting Black employees.

The data reflects what workers have been saying. Black workers are underrepresented in higher-paying roles and overrepresented in lower-wage positions. These disparities affect not just jobs, but long-term health, stability, and quality of life.

The City has already studied these issues and made commitments to equity. Now it’s time to follow through.

We invite our community, partners, and allies to stand with Black workers in this moment.

Add your name. Demand action.

👉🏾 https://lbbwc.org/dignitynotdelay

Dignity should never be delayed.

02/21/2026

These dates are important to keep us reminded of the work the leaders have done to make our lives as good as they are!
There’s plenty to do! Don’t stop the push!