Royal Kona Resort workers rally for good jobs on Big Island
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Royal Kona Resort workers rally for good jobs on Big Island
WHAT: Royal Kona Resort workers rally to demand good, quality jobs
WHERE: Royal Kona Resort (on Kahakai Rd.)
WHEN: Wednesday, April 11, 2018 (3:30p – 5:30p)
WHO: Royal Kona Resort workers who work in housekeeping, food & beverage, engineering, front desk, and more.
WHY: Workers at the Royal Kona Resort, owned by Hawaiian Hotels & Resorts based in California, will be rallying in front of the hotel to address the need for good jobs on the Big Island.
On March 19, 95% of the workers voted to authorize a strike, sending a strong message of unity. Although the workers will not be going on strike on Wednesday, the workers have not ruled this out as a possibility in the future.
VISUALS: Royal Kona Resort workers in red shirts rallying in front of the Royal Kona Resort, chanting with picket signs.