Dear John,
In the face of a an emerging public health crisis it is important to remember your rights as a worker. EVERY worker in DC has a right to paid sick days. That means if you have accrued enough sick leave your boss can not:

❌ Require that you work
❌ Require you to take unpaid leave
❌ Require that you find someone to cover your shift
❌ Require documentation for paid leave of less than two consecutive days
❌ Retaliate against you for using paid sick leave

Can you share the above graphic with your network to ensure that our communities know how to stay safe and healthy during this scary time?

https://dcjobswithjustice.box.com/s/eduhp34qn9d0jo17g2fd83zdxgub0899

Please also consider supporting efforts by local community leaders to provide aid, especially to young people who rely on school meals and elderly community members, among others who will be the most vulnerable during this time.

Donate to NW DC COVID-19 Mutual Aid

There is a lot about COVID-19 that is still unknown, but what we do know is that personal hygiene is of critical importance.

Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds multiple times a day. An alcohol-based hand sanitizer can be used if soap and water are not available
Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
Avoid close contact with people who are sick
Stay home when feeling sick
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces

In solidarity,
Nikko Bilitza
Organizer
DC Jobs With Justice