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:
After a 5.5 year struggle, our union has finally reached a tentative agreement with the VA-- making it the largest public-sector collective bargaining agreement in the country.https://t.co/iucPH5wpuz
— AFGE (@AFGENational) April 6, 2023
AFSCME:
55 years ago today, Dr. King was in Memphis to support sanitation workers striking in the face of dangerous and degrading working conditions. This year, AFSCME honors their legacies with the new I AM STORY podcast.
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) April 4, 2023
Listen to the first episode now: https://t.co/4fnNLKw8rC
Alliance for Retired Americans:
We should be making it easier, not more difficult, for older Americans to access health care and earned benefits. https://t.co/ihfDEE1NcV
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) April 6, 2023
Amalgamated Transit Union:
As violence against our members and riders continues, ATU joins with the NDP in renewing call for better safety measures and more robust transit funding. #NotOneMore https://t.co/rJRDNG4dhF #canlab
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) April 6, 2023
American Federation of Musicians:
Take the pledge to stand with our Equity colleagues in their fight for a fair contract! https://t.co/e0TIK0oKQL
— AFM (@The_AFM) April 4, 2023
All touring workers deserve contracts that respect the value of our labor, and address the realities of the touring landscape in 2023 and beyond. #UniteTheRoad #1u pic.twitter.com/JExLeUKyOX
American Federation of Teachers:
Happy National Public Health Week from the AFT! Despite our name, we also represent many nurses and other healthcare workers! ⚕️♿🏥 🩺🚑 pic.twitter.com/nJJibHaE0Q
— AFT (@AFTunion) April 3, 2023
American Postal Workers Union:
One year ago today, the Postal Service Reform Act was signed into law, thanks to the tireless campaigning of postal union members & the communities we serve. #APWUnited 1/2
— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) April 6, 2023
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
AANHPI women often work in low-paying or underpaid industries, such as homecare and restaurant work, which have been systematically devalued due to their gender. pic.twitter.com/rAAesNN66n
— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) April 5, 2023
Bricklayers:
On March 29, a @NLRB judge ruled that J. Ginger Masonry, one of the larger masonry contractors in the Western United States, illegally fired workers because they wanted to organize with the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC). https://t.co/BrNJQHwRc4 pic.twitter.com/mOg1PspJcP
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) April 4, 2023
Communications Workers of America:
.@JRosenworcelFCC and her staff raised concerns about the impact a hedge fund's plan to buy 64 TV stations would have on local programming. The hedge fund responded by running the exact same op-ed in a half dozen hedge fund-owned "local" newspapers. 🙄 pic.twitter.com/fMds5eNtG3
— CWA (@CWAUnion) April 5, 2023
Department for Professional Employees:
Congrats to the staff at a KIPP Charter school in Columbus joining together in union with @OFTadvocate who are one step closer to voting for their union! #1u https://t.co/zz7ZN5KPyN
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) April 6, 2023
Electrical Workers:
“On behalf of the over 15,000 members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (@IBEW) here in Wisconsin, I congratulate Judge @janetforjustice on her win and look forward to what is next for our state and the labor movement.” pic.twitter.com/G5ByEFXTBV
— IBEW Wisconsin State Conference (@WisconsinIBEW) April 5, 2023
Farm Labor Organizing Committee:
Cesar Chavez was instrumental in FLOC's earlier success. Today we honor his legacy & work towards farmworkers' self-determination. There is power in solidarity, may we continue working together for justice. pic.twitter.com/WtjzAwVkLj
— Farm Labor Organizing Committee (@SupportFLOC) March 31, 2023
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
This is the way. https://t.co/ixyWR0u9JY
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) April 4, 2023
International Labor Communications Association:
Calling all early birds: get your entries in to the 2023 Labor Media Awards! All work from 2022 is eligible. Check out the awards categories and how to enter: https://t.co/kgaMDbU7se pic.twitter.com/dItVeC1kpH
— International Labor Communications Association (@ILCAonline) April 5, 2023
Ironworkers:
Today Local 848 Training Instructor Jake Ditzenberger introduced @POTUS at a Wolfspeed site in Durham, NC. We're seeing a 'Made in America' manufacturing boom (and that means good jobs!) thanks to the Biden Administration, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and the CHIPS Act. pic.twitter.com/40DvZvrqjF
— Iron Workers Union (@TheIronworkers) March 28, 2023
Jobs With Justice:
We've relaunched our JWJ newsletter! Scroll through headlines we think you'll find useful, take action with workers, and get to know the folks with boots on the ground.
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) April 5, 2023
Subscribe to get Take Five in your inbox: https://t.co/h6e2l5k0h7 pic.twitter.com/yftk2CFdXF
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Listen to our newest podcast episode to hear from @NEAToday Secretary-Treasurer @NoelCandelaria and learn about the impact book bans are having on teachers, students, and families across the country! ⬇️📚
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) April 3, 2023
Listen: https://t.co/JSCiyRxWvC pic.twitter.com/ibn1K2RRXa
Laborers:
We support TG-Basile, Inc. workers fighting to #unionize their job site.
— LIUNA Eastern Region (@LiUNAEasternReg) April 6, 2023
And know that if you're trying to form a #Union at your job, the men and women of @LIUNA's Eastern Region support you!
Chant it with us:
What do we want?
🗣 UNION!
When do we want it?
🗣 NOW! pic.twitter.com/ApLdmOcNci
Machinists:
WATCH: @afa_cwa's @FlyingWithSara delivers empowering speech in support of @IAM_DeltaRamp during the 2023 IAM North American Transportation Conference. #IAMTransport23 pic.twitter.com/M009Xh7wLH
— IAM Air Transport Territory (@iamairtransport) April 5, 2023
Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association:
Happy Jesse Calhoon Day! A powerful and visionary leader, Jesse (April 4, 1923-Oct. 22, 2013) was M.E.B.A.’s longest serving President (1963-1985). He used political savvy and shrewd negotiating to win unprecedented gains and safeguard American maritime jobs. Thank you Jesse! pic.twitter.com/ijzOJl0XoY
— M.E.B.A. (@MEBAUNION) April 4, 2023
Maritime Trades Department:
CLEMENTS TAKES OVER AS EXECUTIVE SECRETARY-TREASURER; DUNCAN RETIREShttps://t.co/u8N5xVHuFX pic.twitter.com/3B8oMUVy5U
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) April 5, 2023
Metal Trades Department:
screaming it from the rooftops📢PASS THE PROACT!!!!https://t.co/ZpSbeLSk97
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) April 5, 2023
Mine Workers:
Brother Charles Bird, from Clay County, West Virginia, was presented with his 80-year pin from UMWA International President Cecil E. Roberts.
— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) April 6, 2023
"I don't understand why these young miners don't join the Union and pay their dues," Bird said.https://t.co/OWxcstfLWM
Musical Artists:
An update from AGMA regarding Central City Opera. (🧵 1/8) pic.twitter.com/z3EnLRjMcN
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) April 4, 2023
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
For all those who celebrate Easter, the AFL-CIO has compiled a list of union-made in America treats to fill an Easter basket and your holiday dinner table.https://t.co/I4Y6aKn5VE pic.twitter.com/eROMBw2nct
— NATCA (@NATCA) April 6, 2023
National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians-CWA:
NBC Negotiations: Bulletin #6#union #negotiations pic.twitter.com/hV9Mw8aSJQ
— NABET-CWA (@NABETCWA) March 31, 2023
National Association of Letter Carriers:
Get NALC fact sheets at your fingertips with our QR code! Have district meetings planned with your members of Congress? Bring the QR code with you to easily share information on our key issues. Get a printable version here: https://t.co/p0m8DuYFXV pic.twitter.com/0OrS2BK99Y
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) April 6, 2023
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
Great news out of Florida!@WeCount_Fl defending workers rights with this newly formed all six r with @OSHA_DOL 😤 https://t.co/5Xf8b7eZXn
— NDLON (@NDLON) April 5, 2023
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
#CareWorkersRecognitionMonth is an opportunity to celebrate the women of color making (on average) $12 an hour to take care of our kids, our elders, our disabled loved ones, and anyone else who needs it. pic.twitter.com/jNOyeNuko7
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) April 6, 2023
National Federation of Federal Employees:
NFFE in the Media:
— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) April 6, 2023
“NFFE will be leaning hard on Congress to pass the FAIR Act which would provide federal employees an 8.7% pay adjustment in 2024. Anything less than this number will amount to a pay cut"
-National President @RandyErwin https://t.co/d0VC8N4yS4
National Nurses United:
When nurses are on the outside — especially in the rain — you know something is wrong on the inside! ☔️
— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) April 6, 2023
Austin nurses at @AscensionSeton showed up in force for our first-ever informational picket to demand management address #SafeStaffing and patient care concerns! pic.twitter.com/dp5PU8rvBR
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
NFL Players Association:
De'Vondre Campbell and Jaelan Phillips recently pulled up to classrooms in their team cities for their #CommunityMVP visits. @Came_Along_Way connected with 4th and 5th graders at Howe Community Elementary in Green Bay, where he read “Dream Builder” and answered questions. pic.twitter.com/Z7225KBPYJ
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) April 3, 2023
North America's Building Trades Unions:
"Apprenticeships offer young people the opportunity to learn and earn as they prepare for good-paying jobs right in their communities." 👏👏
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) April 6, 2023
Read about the 23rd annual Hudson Valley Construction Career Day!https://t.co/KfN8uyXs1X
Painters and Allied Trades:
When our union was founded, many painters died from the trade due to lead poisoning known as painter's colic.
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) April 6, 2023
Because of our union's efforts to ensure safety and regulation in our trades, lead-based paint was finally banned and tens of thousands of lives have been saved. pic.twitter.com/uwAMHciRyA
Plasterers and Cement Masons:
Congratulations to #OPCMIA Local 528’s Malgorzata (Gosia) Wanzewicz on being named @NABTU_TWBN Hero of the Month! “She brings her hard work & perseverance to the job & has developed personal strength & confidence which is evident to people who know her.”https://t.co/ZJFjAFgYTM
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) April 6, 2023
Pride At Work:
@PrideatWork wishes a Happy Passover to all who celebrate! @JewishLaborC pic.twitter.com/yX171OHw3n
— Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) April 6, 2023
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
Building relationships w newest members of Congress key to receiving resources & staffing needed to serve American flying public. PASS represented employees at FAA include technicians, inspectors & support staff. Thank you @MaxwellFrostFL for hearing our concerns! #aviationsafety https://t.co/UYRoUp1lVF
— PASS (@PASSNational) April 2, 2023
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Today, @RWDSU proudly endorses @gillibrandny for reelection to the U.S. Senate! "RWDSU is proud to endorse Senator Gillibrand, who has been a tireless fighter for working families throughout her entire career," said RWDSU President @sappelbaum pic.twitter.com/LlymjX4ZR5
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) April 6, 2023
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Workers are the backbone of our economy. Their sweat and blood are what make this country run. https://t.co/M4ASDrqjwZ
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) April 6, 2023
SAG-AFTRA:
SAG-AFTRA Executive Vice President @BenWhitehair on the power of unions: "Those are the foundations that allow our community to create amazing art that transforms the world and tells stories that haven't been told." #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/nSGZMooDuR
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) April 6, 2023
Solidarity Center:
On the 10th anniversary of the #RanaPlaza collapse, more brands need to join the #BangladeshAccord giving workers the right to refuse unsafe work and supporting freedom of association and collective bargaining. @IndustriALL_GU https://t.co/oyRF23rmw4
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) April 6, 2023
The NewsGuild-CWA:
We called on President Biden today to secure the release of Evan Gershkovich and designate him as wrongfully detained. #IStandWithEvan https://t.co/63Hi2fM3IT
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) April 4, 2023
Theatrical Stage Employees:
April is #FinancialLiteracyMonth. Increase your financial knowledge and skills with our Financial Wellness program, which offers free workshops to help you learn tools and strategies to support your lifelong financial health and stability. Learn more: https://t.co/SHZTV7CKq8 pic.twitter.com/gNUwci8Mwm
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) April 6, 2023
Transport Workers Union:
The TWU celebrates the diversity of our membership. We will always defend the right of our members and all working people to observe their freely chosen spiritual beliefs. We wish our members a blessed season. pic.twitter.com/TMPHkYKRfH
— TWU (@transportworker) April 4, 2023
Transportation Trades Department:
Almost two months after the East Palestine wreck, we stand with Minnesota as a fiery hazardous BNSF train derailment forced the entire town of Raymond to evacuate.
— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) March 30, 2023
Unfortunately, safety won't get back on track until rail companies prioritize people over profits. https://t.co/Y7YSLE8EqY
UAW:
The new UAW landing page just dropped! Check it out and sign up for member updates!https://t.co/qLT9UU4EW4
— UAW (@UAW) April 6, 2023
Union Label and Service Trades Department:
Minor leaguers, MLB reach tentative deal on 1st CBA, sources say https://t.co/G2GDPUH72k
— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) March 30, 2023
Union Veterans Council:
To Celebrate International Trans Day of Visibility, we would like to highlight the words of a Union Veteran Leader, Vice President of the @afa_cwa Keturah Johnson.@PrideatWork #TransDayOfVisibility https://t.co/msfsXDnnDW
— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ Pass the #PROAct (@unionveterans) March 31, 2023
UNITE HERE:
In survey results released by the workers’ union UNITE HERE @unitehere23, 51% of Compass workers surveyed at the World Bank reported being late on rent in the past year because they didn’t have the money to pay on timehttps://t.co/sEyLJedaVq
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) April 6, 2023
United Food and Commercial Workers:
Congratulations to Blank Street Coffee workers in Brooklyn, NY who recently joined @UFCW1500. The 34 workers are looking for increased workplace safety measures, wage increases, and a fair grievance process.
— UFCW (@UFCW) April 5, 2023
Welcome to the union family!
Learn more: https://t.co/WRnCZ4Fjji pic.twitter.com/6NyUWFv44y
United Steelworkers:
Check out Sister Mariel Cruz Martínez from District 4, President of Local 6871 in Puerto Rico talk about the importance of demanding that Congress make NO CUTS to vital retirement security programs! #EverybodysUnion #1u #nocuts https://t.co/6tdQ32gnlc
— United Steelworkers #EverybodysUnion (@steelworkers) April 6, 2023
Utility Workers:
We’re always proud to show off our training facilities that are part of the Utility Workers Military Assistance Program. James Rodriguez, Asst. Sec. for @VETS_DOL & @rep_jackson came by to learn how careers in the utilities can be a perfect opportunity for transitioning veterans. pic.twitter.com/ojotH69TLK
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) April 5, 2023
Writers Guild of America, East:
The studios need to respond to the crisis writers face. WGA members must demonstrate our willingness to fight for the contract writers need and deserve by supporting a strike authorization vote. 🧵 1/3
— Writers Guild of America, East (@WGAEast) April 3, 2023