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:
Sierra Repertory Theatre has joined the growing list of employers standing strong with union actors and stage managers! See how the movement is growing - visit the portal. https://members.actorsequity.org/newsandevents/news/news-detail/2025/08/28/the-organizing-voice-summer-2025
[image or embed]— Actors' Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) October 24, 2025 at 9:34 AM
AFGE:
BREAKING: A federal judge just issued a preliminary injunction in our lawsuit, ruling that Trump administration cannot illegally fire federal workers during the government shutdown. Big win for federal workers!https://t.co/HHsWUyUnSE
— AFGE (@AFGENational) October 28, 2025
AFSCME:
AFSCME member and health care worker Dawn Burfin warns rural Minnesotans will lose access to critical care if anti-worker extremists continue to stand in the way of lowering health care costs.
Tell Congress to lower health care costs: 1-888-981-9704 #HealthCareHeist pic.twitter.com/KOSPofZITI— AFSCME (@AFSCME) October 29, 2025
Alliance for Retired Americans:
With open enrollment for Medicare underway, we need more hands on deck, not less! It's past time for Congress to fund the government AND hire back the workers that were fired earlier this year.https://t.co/uRKcNtDaU8
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) October 29, 2025
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Today, International President John Costa met for an AI Roundtable Briefing hosted by Microsoft, the AFL-CIO Tech Institute, and the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO.
This important meeting brought together voices from across the labor movement to discuss the growing… pic.twitter.com/mNcK6Ar3Kb— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) October 28, 2025
American Federation of Musicians:
AFM Local 161-710 Washington D.C. Organizer Rohin Ghosh testified before the DC City Council Committee on Public Works on the RESALE Act! Thanks to Councilmember Charles Allen for introducing the bill and Chairperson Brianne Nadeau for holding the hearing.
Fair tickets NOW! ✊ pic.twitter.com/oO6mw9mIbv— AFM (@The_AFM) October 22, 2025
American Federation of Teachers:
Head Start provides early learning, meals, health screenings, & stability for children from birth to 5 years old.
Because Trump shut down the government, these essential services are about to disappear for thousands of families.#StandForHeadStart pic.twitter.com/Og7tExqpA5— AFT (@AFTunion) October 29, 2025
American Postal Workers Union:
The dates for the 2025 Penalty Overtime Exclusion period for postal workers have been announced. https://t.co/LE1XmumPz5 pic.twitter.com/FntpqF9vnx
— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) October 28, 2025
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Hurricane Melissa is making landfall in Jamaica as a historic Category 5 storm. Flights are cancelled, and airline traffic is keeping a safe distance.
Check your AFA MEC website for details about your airline's operations.
Photo credit: https://t.co/OEalgOt5BO pic.twitter.com/eFY6Hdd35C— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) October 28, 2025
Boilermakers:
City & State Pennsylvania named L-154 Business Agent Shawn Steffee in their 2025 Fifty over 50 list. Read more at: https://t.co/jkkZa5qedo pic.twitter.com/tMOagXaivm
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) October 28, 2025
Bricklayers:
Thank you, BAC ADC 1 of #IL, for visiting the jobsite of this renovation project being performed by proud members of BAC Local 2 #Michigan! #BuildingTomorrowTogether #SkilledTrades #BestHandsInTheBusiness #WorksiteWednesday pic.twitter.com/45RIaB2edo
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) October 29, 2025
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
Congratulations Roxy! This is historic. Roxy will be the first African American woman to lead an industrial union in the United States Black women will change the labor movement. https://t.co/yHsdbbAgCP
— CBTU (@CBTU72) October 24, 2025
Coalition of Labor Union Women:
Who's ready for our convention in San Diego? There's still time to register, even on-site. See you at the Sheraton San Diego Resort. #CLUW2025 pic.twitter.com/6n1qbHozOX
— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) October 24, 2025
Communications Workers of America:
Workers at Sundance Institute have formed a union with CWA Local 9003!
Workers delivered a petition to Sundance leadership today demanding union recognition. https://t.co/QnlLPPWKFh— CWA (@CWAUnion) October 27, 2025
Department for Professional Employees:
Over 1,100 professionals at SoCal Edison voted to join @ifpte.bsky.social in June. Jesse Platas helped organize his coworkers and told us that his workplace has improved already because management has to consult with his union to make changes. Watch the full interview: youtu.be/wimBPJeUa80?...
[image or embed]— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) October 28, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Electrical Workers:
"I encourage @mayorpaulyoung and others in city government to act to protect good jobs, honor their commitments, and embrace this city’s rich history of organized labor." - #IBEW 10th District. Vice Pres. Brent Hall https://t.co/LrNcDwPfbx
— IBEW (@IBEW) October 29, 2025
Heat and Frost Insulators:
From unsafe working conditions to unpredictable wages—there’s nothing scarier than working without a union contract!
Union workers experience:
💪 Stronger wages
💰 Top health & retirement benefits
🦺 Safety protections
🤝 Solidarity & support
Learn more & join today:… pic.twitter.com/gtV8hXwa0c— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) October 22, 2025
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:
"The retirees, they retired from work. They didn't retire from craft."
Local 36 retirees are bringing a piece of St. Louis history back to life, restoring a replica of the USS Admiral. Hear from some of the longtime members taking on this project: https://t.co/20WOvxC3do— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) October 29, 2025
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
General Counsel, Suzanne Summerlin, authored her latest “Solidarity Docket” this week, updating federal workers on the latest legal activity from the labor movement to combat the Trump Administration’s attacks on civil servants. https://t.co/JFu1xRTmYd
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) October 25, 2025
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
💀🌹 The DC Metro Area LCLAA Chapter came together to celebrate Día de los Muertos — honoring our roots, our culture, and those who came before us. ✊🏽✨ pic.twitter.com/vzE4Yu060V
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) October 27, 2025
Laborers:
During the #TWBN, LIUNA Women’s Caucus meeting, our sisters highlighted @CAWC_Chicago, a Chicago-based organization supporting survivors of domestic violence and their children. Like wildfire, every #LIUNA region matched the donation.
Today, back in Chicago for #LaborersRising,… pic.twitter.com/lcQYll3Q0V— LIUNA (@LIUNA) October 29, 2025
Machinists:
Hopeful and happy news! The new affordable housing will first be offered to workers of Bath Iron Works ⚙️💪
"I think it's good for the community, for Bath Iron Works, and for Local S6 members." - Tim Suitter, IAM Local S6 pic.twitter.com/HVCCVhMJlu— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) October 29, 2025
Major League Baseball Players Association:
The Curt Flood Award is given to a former player, living or deceased, who in the image of Flood demonstrated a longtime devotion to the Players Association and advancement of Players’ rights.
This year, Scott Sanderson and Don Baylor are being honored as co-recipients for the… pic.twitter.com/VhzYZYGQYd— MLBPA (@MLBPA) October 29, 2025
Maritime Trades Department:
MTD Submits Testimony for Senate Hearinghttps://t.co/ahV4YfAQEW
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) October 28, 2025
Metal Trades Department:
We stand with our affiliated international unions in their calls to end the government shutdown. https://t.co/VXSfMo2WmY
— Metal Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@metaltradesafl) October 28, 2025
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
NATCA has been advertising on D.C. area radio stations & news sites to raise awareness about the shutdown. Today, NATCA added a mobile billboard calling for an end to the shutdown with a truck making loops around Capitol Hill. #EndTheShutdown https://t.co/twpWZ3kFrk. pic.twitter.com/xNzzYVstY7
— NATCA (@NATCA) October 28, 2025
National Association of Letter Carriers:
In 1950, NALC created a health plan by letter carriers for letter carriers. 75 years later, the NALC Health Benefit Plan continues to offer exceptional coverage with affordable premiums. Visit https://t.co/2wEmLu19SX for more information on Open Season, which kicks off on Nov.… pic.twitter.com/C7NYWx3aaP
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) October 29, 2025
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
Bay Area — we need YOU!
This moment demands more than watching.
It demands that we show up for one another—
in person, peacefully, with courage, love, and urgency.
🧵 If you are in the Bay Area look at the thread to find a group in your city pic.twitter.com/6Q1uZmS0sR— NDLON (@NDLON) October 23, 2025
National Hockey League Players’ Association:
As a #HockeyFightsCancer Champion, the NHLPA and @NHL worked with @FEapparelco to make sure Mario Ferraro can carry the legacy of loved ones lost close to his heart 💜 pic.twitter.com/VcOITztilu
— NHLPA (@NHLPA) October 29, 2025
National Nurses United:
Millions of people could lose food benefits because of the government shutdown. This admin has made a clear choice to starve people — to fund tax breaks for its billionaire friends & corporate donors.
Reopen the government & restore health funding, now! https://t.co/pCA7g1V8Og— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) October 29, 2025
NFL Players Association:
The NFLPA stands in solidarity with @TheWNBPA and its fight for a collective bargaining agreement that reflects the players’ undeniable impact on the league’s growth. It’s time for fair compensation, proper working conditions, and a future that puts players first. pic.twitter.com/ogoCiJjQNG
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) October 29, 2025
North America's Building Trades Unions:
You don't need a four-year degree to make it big. You need grit, tools, and the drive to build something real.https://t.co/QuRJ9wu0pv
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) October 28, 2025
Painters and Allied Trades:
District Council 16 recently hosted its first District Council-wide meeting, with all locals and trades represented!
BM/ST Robert Williams opened the evening by reminding members that our mission is simple: to serve our members and fight for the future of working families. DC 16… pic.twitter.com/knwx2G9YWc— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) October 29, 2025
Professional Hockey Players’ Association:
PHPA Executive Director Brian Ramsay and members of our hockey operations staff hit the road this week to kick off our Members Meetings tour.
In the coming weeks, we’ll be visiting with every AHL and ECHL team to meet with players face-to-face.
These visits are an important… pic.twitter.com/dggLumQ9IQ— PHPA (@thephpa) October 24, 2025
Pride At Work:
Pride At Work is thrilled to announce Brittany Anderson (she/her) as Executive Director, who has served as Interim Executive Director since August 2024. Congratulations to Brittany! 🎉 www.prideatwork.org/news/brittany-anderson-named-executive-director-of-pride-at-work
[image or embed]— Pride at Work (@prideatwork.org) October 24, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
Last week, @PASSprezdc Dave Spero appeared on @AWFUnionPodcast to discuss gov shutdown, stress being felt by PASS-represented employees & impact shutdown may have on ATC modernization. Listen at the 19:38 mark. #AviationSafety #PublicService #FederalEmployees #EndtheShutdown https://t.co/vE0pK3hNg5
— PASS (@PASSNational) October 27, 2025
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
RWDSU members know that strong unions mean stronger workplaces. From fair pay to safe conditions, we fight every day for the rights that make work dignified. Stand with us. Share your voice. Contact an organizer today: https://t.co/5gemQBaasW#UnionStrong #WorkersRights pic.twitter.com/IshoYca0ew
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) October 28, 2025
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Hockey players fight to stay upright on the ice—roofers do the same on the job. Check your fall protection and keep your balance where it counts.#RoofersUnion#HockeySeason#FallProtection pic.twitter.com/XThdKeJhwq
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) October 28, 2025
SAG-AFTRA:
The TV/Theatrical/Streaming wages & working conditions process begins. Join us for a presentation to better understand the current state of the industry under which these contracts will be negotiated.
11/4, 10AM PT: https://t.co/6bFfF4m0B8
11/6, 10AM PT: https://t.co/7ioazHIr1F pic.twitter.com/eIea7FS8Ju— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) October 29, 2025
Service Employees International Union:
US Marines veteran Harvey Gray, a Dialysis Technician with over 30 years experience, has seen the way companies like Fresenius have changed the industry—and not for the better.
We need the @deptvetaffairs to listen to caregivers like Harvey, who know what it takes to provide… pic.twitter.com/DiHJ6vPxha— SEIU (@SEIU) October 29, 2025
Solidarity Center:
Until its abrupt termination in March, our ILAB-funded program helped Brazilian platform workers advocate for their rights. Hear from the workers themselves on the impact of the funding cuts 🔗 https://t.co/xf7YxUvI90 pic.twitter.com/JnXNS6ibPF
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) October 26, 2025
Theatrical Stage Employees:
Behind every epic performance is a powerhouse crew! Shoutout to @IALocal695's audio crew for powering the Opening Show with Pharrell Williams and Voices of Fire at World Series Game 1 in Toronto! pic.twitter.com/B35IR9UzT0
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) October 27, 2025
Transport Workers Union:
Within hours of hearing @jetblue dispatchers have filed for a union election to join the TWU, company bosses began the “modus operandi” union busting they specialize in. The workers are tired of JetBlue’s empty promises and are ready for real change with our fightback union. pic.twitter.com/dX1GKrxAew
— TWU (@transportworker) October 27, 2025
Transportation Trades Department:
Today is National First Responders Day! We are grateful to firefighters and transportation workers who serve as first responders in emergency situations. Your sacrifice and dedication are integral to the safety of our communities. pic.twitter.com/E3noOGGx3d
— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) October 28, 2025
UAW:
Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga are ready to STAND UP! pic.twitter.com/Nt6awh2vU2
— UAW (@UAW) October 27, 2025
UNITE HERE:
🪧Last week, ASU dining hall workers employed by Aramark protested over alleged surveillance and interrogation by management.
🗣️ "I want us to be able to feel comfortable going to our manager... instead of being silenced or pushed away..." pic.twitter.com/W2yT8ZT2Tj— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) October 28, 2025
United Food and Commercial Workers:
SNAP, is set to run out of funds on November 1st—but it doesn’t have to be this way. If they act now, the USDA can keep aid flowing.
The food security of 40 million people is on the line. There is no time to wait!
✊ : https://t.co/26hOEmrHlK pic.twitter.com/gOEmp1JpIG— UFCW (@UFCW) October 28, 2025
United Steelworkers:
When the government shuts down, unions don’t get a day off — but many of the tools they rely on do.
The current U.S. federal funding lapse means major disruptions for worker protections and collective bargaining rights. pic.twitter.com/XFohZvMR93— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) October 29, 2025
Writers Guild of America East:
The following is a statement from the Writers Guild of America East and Writers Guild of America West: “Merger after merger in the media industry has harmed workers, diminished competition and free speech, and wasted hundreds of billions of dollars better invested in organic growth…
[image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) October 24, 2025 at 3:16 PM