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:
Swings from around the country sent in their thoughts on various aspects of the work they do. Swipe through for some thoughts from #equityteamswing! pic.twitter.com/L7M89j0SjY
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) January 15, 2025
AFGE:
We say this time and time again.
Federal workers do NOT engage in political work while on government time. That is explicitly prohibited by the Hatch Act and our union adheres to that law.
Period.— AFGE (@AFGENational) January 15, 2025
AFSCME:
In 2024, cultural workers from coast to coast organized for a voice on the job or celebrated contract wins as members of @cwuafscme. Watch this video. https://t.co/pzN9t45iYK
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) January 14, 2025
Alliance for Retired Americans:
If the Supreme Court overturns the ACA's preventive care mandate, it will be harder for older Americans to get critical screenings and wellness visits. #ProtectOurCare https://t.co/XLgJ8hlvm4
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) January 14, 2025
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Congratulations to our bus mechanic apprenticeship graduates at Local 1070-Indianapolis, IN, and IndyGo. This is the ATU’s first bus mechanic apprenticeship program under the leadership of International President John Costa. The graduates included IndyGo’s first female bus…
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) January 14, 2025
American Federation of Musicians:
Check out DOL's guest post on NEA's blog spotlighting the Philadelphia Theatre Company, where AFM, Equity, and IATSE members have negotiated for pay & policies to promote sustainable careers... https://t.co/UxHivGnATD
— AFM (@The_AFM) January 15, 2025
American Federation of Teachers:
A broken system hurts every patient & every family.
In Oregon, physicians, RNs, & others are on strike to demand Providence address unsafe staffing levels in emergency rooms & unfair wages. Add your name & tell Providence to put #PatientsBeforeProfits. https://t.co/agwzDmffZl— AFT (@AFTunion) January 14, 2025
American Postal Workers Union:
“Postal workers proved once again that, when given the proper resources, you can sort and deliver mail promptly and efficiently – just as the law requires.” Industrial Relations Director Charlie Cash calls on members to oppose any degradation of service. https://t.co/AAoKiiulvp
— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) January 15, 2025
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
It's been 16 years since US Airways Flight 1549 landed in the icy waters of New York’s Hudson River. The "Miracle on the Hudson" would not have been a miracle without everyone doing exactly what needed to be done at just the right moment. We are aviation’s first responders. pic.twitter.com/x3uTo3cBZJ
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) January 15, 2025
Boilermakers:
The winter issue of the #Boilermaker Reporter is on the way or in your mailbox now. 📫 Be sure to read your copy or find it online: https://t.co/k0xOziuYh0 pic.twitter.com/rZFry2COJI
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) January 14, 2025
Bricklayers:
Happy #WorkSiteWednesday everyone!
This week, we have a video from our brothers over at BAC ADC of NJ Locals 4 & 5 and signatory contractor Baumgardner Finishings Company at Ocean County Vo-Tech School!
Keep up the good work guys!#BestHandsInTheBusiness pic.twitter.com/1ocP8bVS30— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) January 15, 2025
Communications Workers of America:
Physical and occupational therapists at Alternate Solutions Health Network (ASHN) in Northern Virginia - members of CWA Local 2252 - are holding a 1-day ULP strike. It is time for ASHN to bargain in good faith! pic.twitter.com/bBRmhu7tgQ
— CWA (@CWAUnion) January 13, 2025
Department for Professional Employees:
We continue to stand with @IATSE members at the Atlantic Theater Company on strike because management refuses to negotiate a fair contract. https://t.co/ouSwIunuLw
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) January 14, 2025
Electrical Workers:
Electrical work is in demand like never before. Here's how the #IBEW will win it. https://t.co/LB4ZxJLwXo pic.twitter.com/wFHy5muFBp
— IBEW (@IBEW) January 14, 2025
Heat and Frost Insulators:
Our thoughts & prayers are with our Brothers & Sisters impacted by the California wildfires.
If you are a member in need of assistance due to displacement or damage, please contact our International office for support.
➡️ Contact us or share with a member in need:… pic.twitter.com/Yv9VWCYGC4— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) January 10, 2025
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
🔥 The wildfires in South California have left countless families in need of urgent support. Together we can make a difference! Donate to the LCLAA Emergency Relief Fund to provide relief and resources to those affected. pic.twitter.com/kPDYjOFvVk
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) January 14, 2025
Labor Heritage Foundation:
Voting in the first-ever Labor Grammys closes on January 17!https://t.co/BTCQb5gwFI pic.twitter.com/ksybcKCVUi
— Labor Heritage (@LaborHeritage1) January 14, 2025
Laborers:
👏 Thank you to the thousands of LIUNA members who made your voices heard! Your letters to OSHA in support of heat safety standards are a step toward creating safer workplaces for all. Together, we’re raising the bar for worker protections and building a stronger future.… pic.twitter.com/7ULeaCEHgz
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) January 15, 2025
Machinists:
This webinar will feature Q&A with an IAM member from Tempus AI, Rebecca Sellnow, who is a molecular technologist!
Tune in to hear about how professional employees can get started with unionizing ⚙️💪 https://t.co/WxU7JOKsDr— Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) January 14, 2025
Metal Trades Department:
U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration has concluded that China uses unfair policies and practices to dominate the global maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors. https://t.co/2SEWz6TeL9
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) January 13, 2025
National Association of Letter Carriers:
Mark your calendars 📅 for Saturday, May 10, 2025: The #StampOutHunger Food Drive is just around the corner!
Letter carriers nationwide will collect donations to help restock local food banks. Together, we can help neighbors in need and make a difference! pic.twitter.com/ulePjTRF3n— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) January 14, 2025
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
“Roberto Morales, another day laborer who volunteered his time in the Service Brigade said he felt very thankful and emotional to see the amount of volunteers.”https://t.co/goCmcUk2iz
— NDLON (@NDLON) January 10, 2025
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
Thank you @harpersbazaarus for highlighting our 'We Care: Domestic Workers Relief Fund' providing emergency financial assistance, medical care, and supplies to domestic workers.https://t.co/jv9DktitKw
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) January 14, 2025
National Nurses United:
This week: Nurses will march nationwide in support of safe staffing and patient protections against #AI.
In our National Day of Action, thousands of nurses will demand the hospital industry ensure patient safety amidst fast-growing A.I. https://t.co/1ci3hbMOe1— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) January 14, 2025
NFL Players Association:
Our hearts are with those impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires. pic.twitter.com/2qMysAdM69
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) January 10, 2025
North America's Building Trades Unions:
NABTU’s partnership with @RowanUniversity is shaping the next generation of construction managers. Courses are entirely online, providing flexible, affordable, and accessible learning tailored to adult students’ schedules.https://t.co/tIBWGG1tuo
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) January 14, 2025
Office and Professional Employees:
Stand in solidarity with the staff of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio, who are unionizing with OPEIU Local 98!
Sign your name in support ➡️ https://t.co/ikqaPmu7g8 pic.twitter.com/yTZBaVIzJp— OPEIU | #UnionStrong (@OPEIU) January 14, 2025
Painters and Allied Trades:
IUPAT members, we’d love to hear from you and spotlight current or past projects. Post in the comments, or send us a DM with the best pictures you have! pic.twitter.com/b3YjpeKbXP
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) January 15, 2025
Plasterers and Cement Masons:
“Registered Apprenticeships let young people & adults ‘earn & learn’, combining hands-on training with coursework—and they are paid to do it... The average apprenticeship grad earns $80,000 annually, far above the state’s median household income.” https://t.co/pYW6KoJxu8
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) January 13, 2025
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
"PASS told a Senate committee that the FAA is too slow to develop its technical workforce and is not moving fast enough to stay ahead of aging infrastructure." @PASSprezdc Dave Spero on @FederalNewsNet Federal Drive w/Tom Temin #aviationsafety #federalemployees @publicservice
— PASS (@PASSNational) January 8, 2025
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King, Jr! We’ll never forget all the times that MLK showed up for our union. Check out this scan of a 1991 RWDSU Record featuring the entire timeline of MLK’s relationship with the RWDSU.
Learn more about RWDSU’s MLK history: https://t.co/ZyzWLJwyeC pic.twitter.com/nV5ywhSvnt— RWDSU (@RWDSU) January 15, 2025
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Just a reminder to never cross a picket line! Hope our @Culinary226 sisters and brothers at @VirginHotelsLV get the contract they deserve. #Solidarity #UnionStrong https://t.co/BeLv44R6xv
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) January 15, 2025
SAG-AFTRA:
WATCH NOW! SAG-AFTRA NED @DuncanCI and @sagaftraFOUND ED Cyd Wilson had a conversation about the Los Angeles wildfire resources available to #SagAftraMembers. Watch on Instagram!
Part 1: https://t.co/5c0yxv8vZL
Part 2: https://t.co/H4eHMh9Unb
Part 3: https://t.co/lHfNTfyHue pic.twitter.com/rbAPSmMFVn— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) January 14, 2025
Service Employees International Union:
2M SEIU Members 🤝 13M AFL-CIO Members
SEIU just joined America’s biggest federation of labor unions, the @AFLCIO. Together, we’re taking on corporate union busters and changing the rules so every worker who wants a union can have one. Let’s do this! pic.twitter.com/KK0cKnSSYW— SEIU (@SEIU) January 9, 2025
Solidarity Center:
The Firestone Agricultural Workers Union of Liberia - FAWUL - is bargaining for better living & working conditions at Bridgestone's Liberia rubber plantation ✊🏿 Stand in solidarity with our partners by signing their petition.
🖋️ sign here https://t.co/o2xVtcGHlv#WorkerRights— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) January 12, 2025
The NewsGuild-CWA:
Destructive wildfires in Southern California have destroyed the homes of at least three of our members. At least 30 Guild members have been directly impacted in evacuation zones along with 220 other CWA members: https://t.co/usJ1OsxYv5
— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) January 13, 2025
Theatrical Stage Employees:
Workers worked so hard to put on their shows, but the unit of nearly 100 workers at the Atlantic Theater Company UNANIMOUSLY voted to authorize a strike because they deserve healthcare and a living wage!
Segment featured on Fox 5, Good Day New York pic.twitter.com/QsXd5dRHGB— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) January 15, 2025
Transport Workers Union:
Onboard @GoBrightline workers have voted 2-1 to join the Transport Workers Union, overcoming opposition from management that urged a contingent of more than 100 employees not to organize. @SunSentinel https://t.co/7R56VGgKCj
— TWU (@transportworker) January 15, 2025
Transportation Trades Department:
Once again, workers refuse to be silenced by corporate greed and union busting tactics.
Congratulations to @transportworker and Brightline workers on this organizing victory! https://t.co/iG4MuvCXlu— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) January 14, 2025
UAW:
UAW National Ford and Sub-Council meetings are taking place this week in Chattanooga, TN. These meetings are an important opportunity for local and national leadership to come together and strategize for the coming year. pic.twitter.com/tKaiGE2Ms5
— UAW (@UAW) January 15, 2025
UNITE HERE:
UNITE HERE leaders joined our siblings from across the labor movement in Las Vegas this week for CES and the #LITSummit.@SAGAFTRA @AFTunion @WeAreALPA @ATUComm @MachinistsUnion @IATSE @NationalNurses @RWDSU @TTDAFLCIO @transportworker pic.twitter.com/dPzyDebirq
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) January 10, 2025
United Food and Commercial Workers:
Recently, workers at The Convalarium of Dublin nursing home in OH, have officially joined UFCW Local 1059!
The now members, reached out to the local after conversations revealed shared concerns about erratic scheduling & pay inaccuracies.
➡️ https://t.co/hvJeh2KqKi pic.twitter.com/0dqzEXyziT— UFCW (@UFCW) January 14, 2025
United Steelworkers:
In 2024, we achieved significant victories for workers through Rapid Response, our grassroots education and action program addressing legislative issues that affect working families.
Let’s take a moment to celebrate what we achieved together over the past year 👏. pic.twitter.com/x9NAmkvfhc— United Steelworkers #EverybodysUnion (@steelworkers) January 15, 2025
Utility Workers:
On an average day, Melissa Suarez of UWUA local 129 handles around 100 calls. Every call is different, which keeps things interesting. 🧵 pic.twitter.com/Asczmv1Y1N
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) January 15, 2025
Writers Guild of America East:
Nonfiction production workers at Lucky 8 have UNIONIZED with the WGAE!
There's no need for management to roll the dice, our demand is clear: voluntary recognition without delay or division. #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/LU8XAicdpa— Writers Guild of America East (@WGAEast) January 14, 2025