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:
Equity has been negotiating a new Touring agreement with The Broadway League since January. We are fighting for 3 main points: we need per diem and wage increases, better housing and sufficient coverage for stage managers and actors. Read more and join the fight to #UniteTheRoad pic.twitter.com/eH3bIepG6J
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) March 28, 2023
AFGE:
AFGE VA Council President Alma Lee is a trailblazer for women in the labor movement. We are proud to join the @aflcio in celebrating her. #1u #WomensHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/3n3qnmZta5
— AFGE (@AFGENational) March 30, 2023
AFSCME:
Workers at the Wexner Center for the Arts will soon negotiate their first contract now that the state of Ohio has recognized their union. https://t.co/kmi7GTYsMz
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) March 29, 2023
Alliance for Retired Americans:
Why do we seemingly never have enough money to help seniors and vulnerable Americans stay afloat, but we always have enough to give tax cuts to the wealthy?
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) March 29, 2023
Urge Congress to stand up for seniors: https://t.co/qm9iy33RPA https://t.co/pMnLLh8haV
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Today, in Charlotte, NC, International President John Costa attended the AFL-CIO’s Commission on Innovation to Strengthen State, Area, and Local Central Bodies site visit to the North Carolina AFL-CIO. pic.twitter.com/0EOFTqlVyH
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) March 29, 2023
American Federation of Teachers:
With their #InnovationFund grant, @leonteachers will expand their leadership training and shared decision making models in three schools to improve teaching and learning and engage teachers during their early career. Learn more: https://t.co/qpchHX570S pic.twitter.com/21enXQKjPp
— AFT (@AFTunion) March 30, 2023
American Postal Workers Union:
Remember, it's management's responsibility to get your steward when you invoke your Weingarten rights #1u pic.twitter.com/3zaFHyLWZq
— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) March 29, 2023
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
Lift up AAPI workers! Tech Workers for Caste Equity "attest that [caste] discrimination, in subtle as well as blatant forms, is unfortunately a reality for many at tech workplaces. The importance of this legislation cannot be overstated." #1uhttps://t.co/Dq1QoO6pNL
— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) March 16, 2023
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Flying is a privilege not a right. Hear from @AfaFrontier Flight Attendant Cher Taylor on why Congress must pass the Protection from Abusive Passengers Act. This important piece of legislation includes real consequences for those convicted of assault against passengers and crew. pic.twitter.com/TZmpoJjgGM
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) March 29, 2023
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:
U.S. @SenSherrodBrown and @SenBobCasey and U.S. Rep Chris Deluzio and @RepSusanWild have introduced the Striking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection Act.
— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) March 9, 2023
Read more and please join the BCTGM in throwing our full support behind this legislation: https://t.co/WM7ni3Mu4N
Boilermakers:
Tuesday Newsday: Union busting is disgusting 🐀 Pass the #ProAct!! Read a recent article in @guardian about US workers fighting back against union busting ⤵️https://t.co/G07ekvL4Jb#BoilermakersUnion #UnionStrong #1u #PROActNow
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) March 28, 2023
Bricklayers:
Tomorrow join BAC Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Sullivan, Safety & Health Director Liliana Calderon, and IMTEF as we discuss the top 10 Citations from OSHA of 2022. Learn what the hazards are and how to abate them. Register: https://t.co/aEeSTyslzQ
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) March 29, 2023
Coalition of Labor Union Women:
The #Helms amendment hinders millions of individuals worldwide from exercising their #ReproRights & bodily autonomy, depriving them of the care they want & need. It is time to #EndHelms for good. #RepealHelms https://t.co/ayyvUQvMhU https://t.co/lGTwFVxPlv
— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) March 20, 2023
Communications Workers of America:
We are at @TheNewSchool with @SCEPA_economics, talking about Antitrust Policy and how it relates to workers. Check out the livestream here: https://t.co/7vor0TWWXL pic.twitter.com/hbfDWnADDc
— CWA (@CWAUnion) March 30, 2023
Department for Professional Employees:
Congratulations to the San Antonio Philharmonic musicians who are @AFM_Local23 members on their new union contract! https://t.co/QKZnNxLv8T
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) March 30, 2023
Electrical Workers:
Next Tuesday's Wisconsin Supreme Court election is one of the most important political races in the United States this year, promising to have a big impact on union members and working families. https://t.co/R3OmRmUogX
— IBEW (@IBEW) March 29, 2023
Farm Labor Organizing Committee:
Listen to union member Francisco describe the harms of working in the tobacco fields. Union protections for workers in the tobacco fields is critical. Call on @RAI_News to protect workers' human rights and allow unionization in their supply chain! #StandWithFLOC #UnionsForAll pic.twitter.com/cW0vzKys3J
— Farm Labor Organizing Committee (@SupportFLOC) March 28, 2023
Heat and Frost Insulators:
Local 17 Chicago fifth-year apprentice Brian Hensley won the At-Large Conference Apprentice Competition and will compete at the MAC this summer in Houston. Congratulations and good luck! pic.twitter.com/r7JgWAnmR1
— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) March 30, 2023
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
IFPTE Applauds Sen. Durbin and Sen. Grassley for Introducing the Bipartisan H-1B and L-1 Visa Reform Act https://t.co/K8sH7QKHrx
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) March 29, 2023
International Labor Communications Association:
CALL FOR ENTRIES: we’re excited to announce our earliest-ever opening of the Labor Media Awards! Submit your 2022 work to be considered for the contest NOW thru July 15! Learn more about eligibility and awards categories here: https://t.co/kgaMDbU7se pic.twitter.com/Z7TaqVKvxm
— International Labor Communications Association (@ILCAonline) March 15, 2023
Ironworkers:
Brother William Sherer II is running for Mayor in Canton, OH! https://t.co/C4AgxNXK3X
— Iron Workers Union (@TheIronworkers) March 29, 2023
Jobs With Justice:
Hundreds of Honduran farm workers marched for their dignity and rights today, delivering a petition signed by 1000+ workers to @FyffesIRL asking for #FairnessAtFyffes and a return to the negotiations for a fair contract. pic.twitter.com/uNNSxuoso4
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) March 29, 2023
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
LCLAA was proud to participate in @OSHA_DOL’s U and T Visa Certification Program Kickoff alongside @AFLCIO. This program is an important step forward in protecting immigrant workers from abusive employers. An injury to one is an injury to all! #1u pic.twitter.com/poqORCaWFU
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) March 30, 2023
Laborers:
#LIUNA General Secretary-Treasurer Armand E. Sabitoni Announces Retirement
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) March 30, 2023
READ STORY HERE: https://t.co/2GcKFLBZI4 pic.twitter.com/4q5vBqT5LD
Machinists:
JUST NOW: Our Disney @TCUnionHQ members just ratified an historic contract after months of tough bargaining and standing strong for fair wage increases 👏💪⚙️
— Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) March 30, 2023
Congratulations cast members of all our unions! @UNITEHERE362 @UniteHere737 @unitehere @IATSE @Teamsters & @UFCW…
Maritime Trades Department:
Remember the chant: UNION BUSTING IS DISGUSTING! https://t.co/f1KTeBFzhm
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) March 29, 2023
Metal Trades Department:
Paid leave should be available to every worker everywhere, but the US is still one of the few countries in the world that offer no national paid leave. Tell your member of Congress to support a national paid leave policy! #unions #workersfirsthttps://t.co/ZRpxHGb5eM
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) March 29, 2023
Mine Workers:
We wholeheartedly agree with @SenSherrodBrown! It is criminal what these big corporations do! We support the passing of the Striking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection Act! https://t.co/TZi4X6zkWQ
— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) March 10, 2023
Musical Artists:
AGMA’s “ORGANIZE!” webpage is designed to help Artists learn more about joining AGMA and organizing their workplaces: https://t.co/0RurzV4AVa pic.twitter.com/cJe5jUxsiC
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) March 29, 2023
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
NATCA has produced a variety of 19th Biennial Convention-themed gear for sale, including men’s and women’s polos, tee shirts, and button-up shirts. The last day to order is Friday, April 14. If you’re looking to get some convention swag, don't wait. https://t.co/j6a8U1OkY9 pic.twitter.com/yhtnkXSfqB
— NATCA (@NATCA) March 29, 2023
National Association of Letter Carriers:
Letter carriers care for their communities in many ways. This month's edition of "The Postal Record" features the story of two letter carrier families who care for vulnerable children in their homes by acting as foster parents. Read the full article here: https://t.co/bsvOrvW3zU pic.twitter.com/Z60IE35caT
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) March 30, 2023
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
“New York is one of the wealthiest states in the whole country, and yet we’re not even taking care of our own essential workers who sacrifice themselves to make this state’s economy run,” - Diana Sánchez, @NDLON regional organizer #ExcludedNoMorehttps://t.co/NTrY9lJ8gJ
— NDLON (@NDLON) March 29, 2023
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
The time is NOW – to support domestic workers, to fight for their protection, to ensure that they get the respect and rights they deserve.
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) March 28, 2023
We’ll keep fighting. Today, tomorrow, forever. 👊🏾
National Federation of Federal Employees:
Last week, NFFE sent a letter to Congress to urge Defense Subcommittee members to reconsider suggestions of reducing DoD civilian workforce.
— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) March 28, 2023
Read the full story and letter: https://t.co/IYLgL4Shhf
National Nurses United:
The labor movement stands UNITED alongside our elected leaders @RepSchakowsky, @JamaalBowmanNY, and @RepJudyChu in introducing a historic @AFLCIO endorsed Nurse Staffing Standards for Hospital Patient Safety & Quality Care Act! #SafeStaffingSavesLives pic.twitter.com/lLE3eXQWCY
— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) March 30, 2023
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
Almost dollar for dollar.
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) March 30, 2023
Uber sued to block a raise for drivers it claimed would cost $23M per month (divided among 50K+ workers)
Uber CEO made $24M in 2022 (divided by 1 CEO)
Obscene CEO pay and perks come directly off the backs of workers. pic.twitter.com/uCa6HGVeMC
NWSL Players Association:
Tomorrow is you last chance to snag a free copy of @gwenoxenham’s incredible Pride of a Nation! https://t.co/iQYJZsOGRy
— NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) March 30, 2023
NFL Players Association:
Congratulations to Siara Mencia! She has been selected as the 1st place winner for her design highlighting the healthcare inequity, particularly for people of color, in the NFLPA Social Justice T-Shirt Student Design Contest Presented by @FITNYC. pic.twitter.com/M2740aDvZM
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) March 28, 2023
North America's Building Trades Unions:
Earlier this week, @POTUS addressed the @SBAgov Women’s Business Summit and gave a shoutout to the semiconductor plant @MicronTech is building in Syracuse and how it will change lives, create careers, and strengthen the local community 💪💪 pic.twitter.com/yxAiKLJKJz
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) March 29, 2023
Office and Professional Employees:
Welcome to the OPEIU family, @RPI_RA_Union! 🥳✊
— OPEIU | #UnionStrong (@OPEIU) March 30, 2023
Let’s get that first union contract! 👏🔥 https://t.co/Mqlq4HDcge
Painters and Allied Trades:
"I want to be the LeBron of flooring."
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) March 30, 2023
Our union's world-class training in industries like flooring prepares people from all walks of life to be the best and thrive with family-sustaining wages and high-quality benefits. pic.twitter.com/sRrV48EGga
Plasterers and Cement Masons:
It is with great honor that the #OPCMIA endorses Clayton Brown for County Commissioner of the City of Ottawa, Ill. He has been a proud member of OPCMIA for over 15 years, a steadfast leader in the labor movement, and a pillar for his community to rely on.https://t.co/ty5fhyoUPD
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) March 24, 2023
Pride At Work:
@PrideatWork honors the legacy of Rep. Barbara Jordan, the first African-American woman elected to the Texas Senate, and the first woman of color to represent Texas in Congress. https://t.co/hdZC1vRFot#WomensHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/XhoXKmGy21
— Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) March 29, 2023
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
Thanks @SecretaryPete for visiting @CLTAirport yesterday to discuss all aspects of aviation safety! PASS member, union rep & FAA technician James Steele proud to be part of contingent to escort you! @FAANews @FAA_Billy #aviationsafety #publicservice #federalemployees
— PASS (@PASSNational) March 30, 2023
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
This isn't just an organizing moment, it's a movement! That's exactly what @sappelbaum and @BigMikeUnion1 discussed with @foodtank at #SXSW2023. Check out the full conversation on food worker organizing on Food Talk with @DaniNierenberg:https://t.co/hjVEdTH8LM
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) March 30, 2023
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Help prevent falls! Follow these safety tips when using or working near hatches. https://t.co/n5HCueUvjT #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/aq0SIdP3eG
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) March 29, 2023
SAG-AFTRA:
Today is SAG-AFTRA's 11th anniversary! Join us in celebrating our time together as one union. #1u #UnionStrong #TBT pic.twitter.com/RyII4lk9Y8
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) March 30, 2023
Solidarity Center:
The voice of workers will not be heard unless they are free to organize themselves into unions —Toindepi Dhure at Domestic & Allied Workers Union @ZctuZimbabwe #SummitForDemocracy in Zambia pic.twitter.com/25ZomoAa72
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) March 30, 2023
TCU/IAM:
Big THANK YOU to Chair @SenatorCantwell, @SenSherrodBrown, @JDVance1, and @SenGaryPeters for calling attention to the shortened time frames our Carmen are provided to inspect rail cars. Pre-"PSR" Carmen had 3+ mins per car. Now it's down to 1 min (30 secs per side).
— Transportation Communications Union/IAM (@TCUnionHQ) March 22, 2023
The NewsGuild-CWA:
We strongly condemn Russia's detention of Evan Gershkovich. We call for his immediate release.
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) March 30, 2023
Journalism is not a crime. https://t.co/9CcgXX6pOD
Theatrical Stage Employees:
As it stands, the techs behind @livgolf_league's telecasts are some of the few in major sports who do not receive health & retirement benefits. Join us in demanding LIV Management do the right thing for these behind-the-scenes professionals! https://t.co/fSTgmHf60k
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) March 29, 2023
Transport Workers Union:
TWU working women from across transport industries descended on Washington today to call on lawmakers to include flight crews in federal protections for nursing mothers. Flight crews are the only private sector workers excluded from these essential workplace protections. pic.twitter.com/wOQopE2nYj
— TWU (@transportworker) March 30, 2023
Transportation Trades Department:
We oppose cutting corners on safety inspections.
— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) March 28, 2023
That's why we asked @USDOTFRA to reject Alaska Railroad Corporation's request to avoid properly training and paying their workers to inspect passenger trains: https://t.co/jzDRTqOqLs
UAW:
The UAW concluded its Special Bargaining Convention today, with members taking up issues of work schedules, the contractual right to honor other unions’ picket lines, and more. #UAWSBC23https://t.co/s0WFMkU1ty
— UAW (@UAW) March 29, 2023
Union Label and Service Trades Department:
Doctors in training are unionizing in record numbers today: Here's what they want | Fox News https://t.co/pkiSAVSpG8
— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) March 29, 2023
UNITE HERE:
TODAY!! Show your support and sign the petition🔥https://t.co/WnJKRr82KI@UniteHereLocal8 pic.twitter.com/xfuKkYjCVq
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) March 30, 2023
United Food and Commercial Workers:
#UFCWVictory ✊🏿✊🏻✊🏽✊🏾
— UFCW (@UFCW) March 29, 2023
Congratulations to MV Transportation workers in Springfield, MA, who recently joined UFCW Local 1459. The workers are seeking the same wage & benefit protections that other unionized bus drivers in the state enjoy.
Learn more: https://t.co/Etx0xbdLG3 pic.twitter.com/3f0HeyW1tK
United Steelworkers:
😭We're not crying, you're crying. We're so proud of our brother #VetsOfSteel coordinator Cary Eldridge. He was honored last week for all he did to help pass the first-in-the-nation law requiring the state of New York to post veterans information at work. #EverybodysUnion #1u pic.twitter.com/Dh6SEKWDg3
— United Steelworkers #EverybodysUnion (@steelworkers) March 30, 2023
Utility Workers:
Do you like to hunt or fish? Tomorrow is the last day to submit your wild game recipes for the @UnionSportsmen Alliance contest! We know we’ve got talented members in our union with a wild game or fish recipe to share! Submit your recipe at:https://t.co/TjQQ6Hnza6
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) March 30, 2023
Working America:
What an enormous victory for the state of Michigan! This couldn’t have been done without having a state legislature full of newly elected and re-elected pro-worker lawmakers. When working people vote, they win! #1u https://t.co/pln0a0xEeo
— Working America wants to #PassThePROAct (@WorkingAmerica) March 14, 2023
Writers Guild of America, East:
The WGA’s proposal to regulate use of material produced using artificial intelligence or similar technologies ensures the Companies can’t use AI to undermine writers’ working standards including compensation, residuals, separated rights and credits. #WGAStrong
— Writers Guild of America, East (@WGAEast) March 22, 2023
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