Women’s History Month Profiles: Madelyn Roberts

For Women’s History Month, we’re taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women’s history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today’s profile is Madelyn Roberts of the American Federation of Musicians (AFM).

Madelyn Roberts was the first woman president of AFM Local 586, serving four terms. During that time, she was a founding member of the AFM diversity committee. Besides maintaining an active career as a versatile guitarist and vocalist, Roberts was also a top-ranked billiards player and a private investigator. Now retired, she is still an active union presence.