Throughout National Native American Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Native Americans have made to the labor movement and toward expanding the rights of working people. Today's profile is Terris "T" Tree of the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
Terris “T” Tree, a lifelong resident of the Navajo Nation in Arizona’s Four Corners, is a devoted father, technology expert and tireless advocate for worker justice. With more than 24 years at the Navajo Communications Company, he became a driving force for change as a CWA Local 7019 steward, helping secure the first contract for Navajo Nation workers. Active in his local’s legislative committee and in public advocacy, Tree champions equality, human rights and community solidarity.