Gérald Larose
Union leader and Canadian educator
Born
October 24th, 1945
79 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Canada
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An educator and labor leader played a significant role in advocating for workers' rights and educational reform in Canada. Active in various educational and union organizations, focused on improving conditions for teachers and promoting public education. Served as the president of the Fédération Autonome de l'Enseignement, leading initiatives to enhance collective bargaining and union solidarity. Held influential positions in educational policy discussions, aimed at addressing systemic issues within the education system.
Served as president of the Fédération Autonome de l'Enseignement
Led initiatives for educational reform and workers' rights
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