Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here's a look at the broad range of activities we're engaged in this week.
Actors' Equity:
It is easier than ever to join Equity!
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) July 29, 2021
And it’s more important than ever for actors and stage managers to stand together to make theatre a safer, more equitable industry. Are you ready to become a union member and help make #EquityStronger?https://t.co/Omnx21MPe3 pic.twitter.com/FaQ4U6uB9m
AFGE:
We applaud the House Oversight and Reform Committee for passing a pro-family bill that would make it easier to retain and recruit the federal workers who keep our government running. https://t.co/0hiV92g8f2
— AFGE (@AFGENational) July 29, 2021
AFSCME:
AFSCME congratulates David Prouty on his appointment to the @NLRB. Prouty has proven time and again that he understands the issues confronting workers who are seeking a voice in their workplace.https://t.co/mNNSWiBfDH
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) July 29, 2021
Alliance for Retired Americans:
Our friends in Indiana are doing it right: Keeping up the pressure on their Senators to make sure the #PROAct gets passed. We need to do the same in our states! https://t.co/JjKpbXRMWv
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) July 28, 2021
Amalgamated Transit Union:
The ATU is working to bring Charlottesville Area Transit workers into the ATU family to give them greater bargaining power with pay, health care, benefits, and other critical issues. https://t.co/cSK0U3Efdr #TogetherWeFightTogetherWeWin #1u #UnionStrong
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) July 29, 2021
American Federation of Musicians:
Congress proposes to restore tax deductions for performing artists. “This will help professional musicians and other entertainers recover from the ravages of the pandemic and become whole again,” says Ray Hair, AFM president. https://t.co/q4Jt8DPUHH
— AFM (@The_AFM) July 29, 2021
American Federation of Teachers:
"Teachers must have the freedom to teach in ways that reach every student and value their lived experiences." - @rweingarten https://t.co/1X3nZHmDqK
— AFT (@AFTunion) July 29, 2021
American Postal Workers Union:
Happy Postal Heritage Day! pic.twitter.com/r8KDxmETcC
— APWU National (@APWUnational) July 26, 2021
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
As fun as zoom university and virtual games have been, COVID-19 has impacted the social, mental, and emotional well being of adolescents.
— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) July 28, 2021
But now, everyone 12 and older can get a vaccine! 💉
Visit the CDC website and get vaccinated!https://t.co/beprJyAj82 #WeCanDoThis
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
A new nat'l survey of nearly 5K Flight Attendants released today by AFA found that over 85% of all respondents had dealt w/ unruly passengers as air travel picked up in first half of 2021. More than half (58%) had experienced at least 5 incidents this yr. https://t.co/iPniYbXkAu
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) July 29, 2021
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:
20-DAY FRITO LAY STRIKE ENDS: "The outcome of this strike was a testament to the tenacity and grit of the Frito Lay workers in Topeka." #FritoLayStrike #fritolaytopekastrike
— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) July 24, 2021
Read full statement by Intl. Pres. Anthony Shelton: https://t.co/dW9qyHujsj pic.twitter.com/nte7sVdKNL
Boilermakers:
The monthly issue of the IBB Update hits inboxes Friday 📥 Not subscribed? Sign-up for #BoilermakersUnion news updates at: https://t.co/QMrjDaP24O
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) July 29, 2021
You can also download the Boilermaker app📱to keep up with the latest union info and resources ➡️ https://t.co/njUX1HzXzo
Bricklayers:
— Bricklayers Union (@IUBAC) July 23, 2021
Communications Workers of America:
A not-so-fun fact: Companies get to deduct their union-busting expenses from their taxes.
— CWA (@CWAUnion) July 29, 2021
So, a company like T-Mobile gets away with spending millions on a big, job-killing, merger while fighting to stop workers from organizing and then pays less than nothing in taxes. 🤦♀️ https://t.co/3u6Du9fTMm
Department for Professional Employees:
Worried about your office opening while the Delta variant remains a threat? Talk to your coworkers about joining together in union to gain a say in office reopening decisions: https://t.co/1Wl0HFx8TL
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) July 28, 2021
Electrical Workers:
Time to strengthen Made-in-America manufacturing. Time for Congress to pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework. https://t.co/1Ayw67m8LC #ibewbuildsbetter #buildbackbetter pic.twitter.com/Kwlnvr57Th
— IBEW (@IBEW) July 28, 2021
Fire Fighters:
Nearly 75% of drownings involving children happen at home — a sobering statistic, and one that is more relevant than ever this summer. #IAFFSafetyTips pic.twitter.com/n8Ht7H1yQB
— IAFF (@IAFFNewsDesk) July 29, 2021
Heat and Frost Insulators:
Once you finish your apprenticeship with the Insulators Union, you won't have to worry about not finding a job. We do that part for you! Here are what some of our workers think of our program: https://t.co/9j9gPG2Jjz
— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) July 29, 2021
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
#Solidarity with these workers!! Let us know how we can help!! #Blizzard #ActiBlizzWalkout #Activision . https://t.co/gbu22xARnC
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) July 27, 2021
International Labor Communications Association:
Labor communicators are invited to share 2020 crisis comms content that contains lessons from the pandemic https://t.co/4rBvzXZc2W
— Labor Communications (@ILCAonline) July 29, 2021
Jobs With Justice:
FACT: Instead of getting relief to the millions at-risk of eviction, Congress handed out $320 mil to the very companies who are evicting us 💸@blackstone @VentronMgmt @MAACommunities — all accepted taxpayer $ while evicting their taxpaying tenants 🚫🏠https://t.co/wgQ7k0fwEb
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) July 29, 2021
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Thank you @LIUNA for your generous contribution to support LCLAA’s 23rd National Convention! #LCLAA23 #Latinoworkers pic.twitter.com/GAOMkhkDvE
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) July 21, 2021
Laborers:
The #BipartisanInfrastructureFramework deal is a historic investment in our nation's #roads, #bridges & water systems. It will create hundreds of thousands of #unionjobs.
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) July 26, 2021
Call your Senators TODAY at (202) 224-3121 & ask them to pass the #BipartisanInfrastructureFramework. pic.twitter.com/CIqAAaQZz9
Machinists:
President @JoeBiden's proposed rule increasing domestic content requirements, narrowing the use of waivers and expanding transparency puts the ‘American’ back in #BuyAmerican laws. https://t.co/1tiePD78QS
— Machinists Union | Pass the #PROAct (@MachinistsUnion) July 28, 2021
Metal Trades Department:
The #PROact is designed to protect workers from employer intimidation and unfair labor practices. Tell your Senator to say "YES" to the #PROact today!https://t.co/fs3y2icY2l
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) July 29, 2021
Mine Workers:
"More than 1,000 members of the United Mine Workers of America are planning to once again carry their ongoing strike against Alabama’s Warrior Met Coal to New York City." https://t.co/riR5uE5vPG
— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) July 27, 2021
Musical Artists:
As part of its free webinar series "Mental Health for Creators and Artists," @OPERAAmerica will host " Mental Health Care in Professional Settings" on August 5 at 5:00 p.m. ET. https://t.co/uz2adSvLex pic.twitter.com/S3P2fjscWy
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) July 28, 2021
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
NATCA continues to highlight our union sisters and brothers who are also essential contributors across our nation's workforce, and also AFL-CIO affiliate unions. Today we highlight and thank our siblings of the @NYTWA.
— NATCA (@NATCA) July 29, 2021
Learn more about this union at https://t.co/ALTLnv6yDU pic.twitter.com/E04052A4Sa
National Association of Letter Carriers:
Join us on Aug. 8 for NALC's Virtual Conference for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing hosted by Director of Safety and Health Manny Peralta and Director of Retired Members Daniel Toth.
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) July 29, 2021
Learn more and register now. https://t.co/KW5egSsifP
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
"The Department of Labor finally released additional regulations for the $2.1 billion program that left immigrant advocates dissatisfied."
— NDLON (@NDLON) July 28, 2021
Read more: https://t.co/SUbGeFOrhJ#FundExcludedWorkers pic.twitter.com/tlvpC4RNOF
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
"This is the moment when we get to shape what an equitable society looks like—to make sure women and women of color are not only included, but at the forefront."
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) July 29, 2021
That means passing the #DomesticWorkersBillofRights!@aijenpoo @RepJayapal @gillibrandny https://t.co/3JC2yMG0PF
National Federation of Federal Employees:
NFFE and our affiliates are calling on the Biden-Harris administration to appoint new officials for the FLRA and FSIP. https://t.co/QNajirJ9FL
— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) July 27, 2021
National Nurses United:
Frontline Nurses' Report: Covid-19 https://t.co/l3zfBRqOuv
— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) July 28, 2021
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
Representing on the Manhattan Bridge shut down today: Immigrant Rights Are Worker Rights #PROAct #1u @AFLCIO @MaketheRoadNY pic.twitter.com/YWGiBr85ZH
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) July 23, 2021
NFL Players Association:
President @JCTretter is clearing up the facts on the COVID-19 protocols: https://t.co/LWXGT0g13W. pic.twitter.com/GrI9mEQmiU
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) July 26, 2021
North America's Building Trades Unions:
A career in the #BuildingTrades means family-sustaining wages AND benefits.
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) July 28, 2021
These are real, reliable pathways to a middle class life 💪 https://t.co/FmsIq0D4Ku
Office and Professional Employees:
— OPEIU ║ #PassThePROAct ✊ (@OPEIU) July 21, 2021
Painters and Allied Trades:
When we're united, organized and determined, we win.@dc57iupat is leading the way to work across political differences to ensure our priorities and our trades are put front and center in Western Pennsylvania. pic.twitter.com/g1mWeBrr7r
— IUPAT | Pass the PRO Act! (@GoIUPAT) July 29, 2021
Plasterers and Cement Masons:
“Apprenticeships...are the best way to create an adaptable & flexible workforce... Apprenticeships create an opportunity for people to transition to new jobs or retrain for entirely new careers, without the economic threat of losing income...” https://t.co/MqpofKJlu7
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) July 29, 2021
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
Happy birthday🎂 🎉to our union sisters & brothers @ALPAPilots! PASS members at FAA proud to work alongside you to protect American flying public when they travel through largest, safest & most complex air traffic control system in the world #aviationsafety #unionsolidarity #1u https://t.co/N5uvc6pEBf
— PASS (@PASSNational) July 27, 2021
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Worried about making the rent? Get help with 12 months or more of rent and utilities. Visit https://t.co/XB9JXaniPm to find financial assistance in your area. Ask your local program about the total amount of help available to you. #RentHelp pic.twitter.com/XB4Bvhf9UR
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) July 29, 2021
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Stay safe, cool + hydrated. Headache, weakness, nausea, dizziness = heat exhaustion (stop/get help). Confusion, fainting, no longer sweating, convulsions = heat stroke (call 911 immediately). This is no joke. https://t.co/cmeIpTQHwY
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) July 29, 2021
SAG-AFTRA:
ICYMI: SAG-AFTRA hosted a workshop for disabled performers covering tips and tricks for marketing your brand on social media. #DisabilityPrideMonthhttps://t.co/SNpfKEaaa4
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) July 29, 2021
Seafarers:
Mississippi Backs Jones Act - Seafarers International Union https://t.co/OChAmRAN6v #1u #JonesAct #Maritime #Jobs
— Seafarers Union (@SeafarersUnion) July 27, 2021
Solidarity Center:
A coalition of rights orgs incl @SolidarityCntr are highlighting widespread wage theft against Southeast Asian #migrantworkers. Such labor exploitation didn't just start during #COVID19 but is a long-standing problem. #EndHumanTrafficking @CIVICUSalliancehttps://t.co/qPmNxvDb7v
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) July 29, 2021
The NewsGuild-CWA:
You set new standards for fair pay, equity and job security in our industry. Your relentless organizing and escalating tactics show the way forward. Congratulations!https://t.co/g6ztTZCF6q https://t.co/2pf7p1JM5T
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) July 29, 2021
Theatrical Stage Employees:
Yesterday evening, the Senate restored a pro-worker majority to the NLRB.
— IATSE // #PROAct (@IATSE) July 29, 2021
These nominations serve as prime examples of President Biden’s continued commitment to protecting the rights of workers to bargain collectively. https://t.co/UjtbY1ltT2
Transport Workers Union:
12 years this month! That's how long it's been since the federal min wage last went up! Meanwhile, CEO pay grew 14% in 2020.
— TWU (@transportworker) July 28, 2021
Congress is way behind the people & it's time to catch up & #RaiseTheWage w/ #OneFairWage. #RaisesImpact
Read more via @nelpnews: https://t.co/i8XuuBAxju
Transportation Trades Department:
How has the federal government's response to #COVID19 impacted frontline workers and our transportation system? Tune in TOMORROW as @transportworker president @TwuSamuelsen answers these questions and more before @TransportDems. https://t.co/ZvWxIDstCA
— Transp. Trades Dept. (@TTDAFLCIO) July 28, 2021
UAW:
"According to the EPI, U.S. employers spend nearly $340 million per year on union avoidance services...If passed, the PRO Act would establish the fundamental principle that knowing about union-avoidance practices is a matter of public interest."https://t.co/VKKIseiGeo
— UAW (@UAW) July 28, 2021
Union Veterans Council:
Thank you @SpeakerPelosi & @RepMarkTakano for inviting me to speak at VSO roundtable about @unionveterans work on apprenticeships & workforce development, importance of #BuildBackBetter agenda for vets, helping deported vets, & defending voting rights. #VeteransIssues pic.twitter.com/iNpcz9oxQp
— Union Veterans Council (@unionveterans) July 27, 2021
UNITE HERE:
1/ Our fight to save housekeeping jobs is featured in @nytimes—including the stories of UNITE HERE members impacted by the elimination of daily room cleaning. 🧵 ⤵️ https://t.co/NEvxKCOW14
— UNITE HERE 🌈✊🏽 (@unitehere) July 23, 2021
United Food and Commercial Workers:
#UFCWVictory ✊🏿✊🏻✊🏽✊🏾
— UFCW (@UFCW) July 28, 2021
Members of #UFCWLocal304A working at the Smithfield pork plant in Sioux Falls, SD, ratified a well-earned new contract, which includes pay increases and expanded benefits.#1u #UnionStronghttps://t.co/ogR74Dgvtp
United Steelworkers:
Spike in Grad Student Union Petitions Likely With NLRB Changes https://t.co/B6bS4Mt1Td
— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) July 29, 2021
Utility Workers:
It’s time to elevate the voices of working people. We need Congress and the administration to deliver on a plan that prioritizes creating good-paying, middle-class jobs and invests in the workers and communities that need it most. pic.twitter.com/Y7DTzCQK03
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) July 28, 2021
Working America:
"More than 15 million people in the U.S. are at risk of being evicted from their homes when the nationwide ban on evictions ends on July 31, according to a new report." https://t.co/t3gKWtJtRK
— Working America | Pass the #PROAct (@WorkingAmerica) July 28, 2021
Writers Guild of America, East:
“We recommend that everyone on-site in a writers’ room be fully vaccinated.” The WGA East, which recently conducted a survey of its members, added in its letter that “the very large majority of WGAE survey respondents prefer full vaccination.”https://t.co/Og9uqYs6Iz
— Writers Guild of America, East / #PROAct (@WGAEast) July 27, 2021