America’s Work Force Union Podcast - Jamie Becker, Director of Health Promotion with the Laborer’s Health and Safety Fund of North America | Greg LeRoy, Executive Director, Good Jobs First

Jamie Becker, Director of Health Promotion with the Laborer’s Health and Safety Fund of North America | Greg LeRoy, Executive Director, Good Jobs First

09/13/23 • 54 min

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As part of our continued coverage of National Suicide Awareness Week, Director of Health Promotion for the Laborers Health and Safety Fund of North America, Jamie Becker, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the mental health initiatives and resources LIUNA provides for members. Becker also discussed the Health and Safety Fund and how adaptability is key for their mental health program.

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