American Program Bureau Signs Lois Jenson, the Woman Who Inspired North Country, for Exclusive Speaking Tours

American Program Bureau Signs Lois Jenson, the Woman Who Inspired North Country, for Exclusive Speaking Tours

BOSTON, Oct. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- American Program Bureau (APB) is proud to announce exclusive representation of Lois Jenson, the woman whose story inspired one of this year's most highly acclaimed films, North Country, starring Academy Award-winner Charlize Theron. Presented only through APB, Jenson will now embark on a first time speaking tour, detailing her compelling story as the driving force behind the first-ever class action sexual harassment suit in this country.

As one of the first women to work in the iron mines of Minnesota, Jenson endured sexual harassment, humiliation, and violence at the hands of both the union and management. At her breaking point, she chose to fight back, stand for what she believed in, battling against the people and the system that threatened her. And, she won.

Jenson endured a grueling 30-year legal and personal journey. She went up against an antagonistic court system, entrenched corporate establishment, and even fellow women at the mines in her struggle for equality. Her sacrifices and triumphs altered the legal landscape, setting a precedent for fighting discrimination forever.

People told her it had never been done. That it was impossible. And they were wrong. Jenson and her incredible courage took a stand for those who were too intimidated. In the end, she won back her dignity, her life, and earned herself a place in history. Her journey was long and hard, but Jenson has no regrets. "I would take it up again," she said. "It was worth the fight."

For availability and further information, call Perry Steinberg, President & CEO, at (800) 225-4575, ext. 1630.

American Program Bureau, Inc. (APB), based in Massachusetts, is the world's leading speakers agency, with a strong national and international client base. Founded in 1965, APB has been setting the gold standard in the speaking industry, boasting the highest quality roster and the most experienced staff. For more information on APB, please visit http://www.apbspeakers.com/.

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Source: American Program Bureau (APB)

CONTACT: Perry Steinberg, President & CEO of APB, +1-800-225-4575, ext. 1630

Web site: http://www.apbspeakers.com/

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