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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:
We are currently accepting nominations for the 2025 Paul Robeson Award! Know an individual or organization that best exemplifies and practices the principles and ideals of Paul Robeson, please submit nominations by Wednesday, February 26, 2025 - https://t.co/bYVtsxMzdE pic.twitter.com/jIZosDKRMh
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) February 8, 2025
AFGE:
This is the time to STAND! Thank you for your continuous support @RevDrBarber. pic.twitter.com/xRb0K229J0
— AFGE (@AFGENational) February 11, 2025
AFSCME:
HAPPENING NOW: We’re on Capitol Hill alongside@AFGENational, @NTEUnews, @TheNLRBU and union members to send a clear message to Elon Musk & DOGE — HANDS OFF public services! pic.twitter.com/reIhARICmt
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) February 11, 2025
Alliance for Retired Americans:
Expanding Medicaid actually helps spur economic growth! https://t.co/8qd9WHhYRc
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) February 10, 2025
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Make your Valentine's Day Union-Made. #valentinesday #UnionMade pic.twitter.com/Q4sZhfnxMX
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) February 11, 2025
American Federation of Musicians:
AFM Stands United -- Solidarity Across Borders
The American Federation of Musicians is proud to be a union that includes members in both Canada and the United States. Our strength is the solidarity between our two countries. We stand in opposition to any actions, whether from… pic.twitter.com/H4M84XoDfM— AFM (@The_AFM) February 5, 2025
American Federation of Teachers:
"We should not be fearful of the next generation. We should give them the support they need."
Watch & share:@rweingarten joined @TheRevAl on @PoliticsNation to discuss Trump's attack on the Department of Education. https://t.co/8hSttwjgu4— AFT (@AFTunion) February 10, 2025
American Postal Workers Union:
In this latest podcast, President Dimondstein sat down with APWU leadership on a variety of topics:
▶️ Legislative/Political Director Judy Beard shares membership efforts that led to the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act;
▶️ Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor goes in… pic.twitter.com/UsbrysJGsA— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) February 10, 2025
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Proud to stand with our @AFGENational Union siblings in keeping corporate greed and billionaires OUT of the federal workforce! #1u pic.twitter.com/8XE0tcTcYx
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) February 11, 2025
Boilermakers:
As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we examine the #Boilermakers history. Read the first in a series about the Boilermakers, race and auxiliary lodges https://t.co/TIpuGjbKXD pic.twitter.com/Ey3BI5B0Eh
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) February 6, 2025
Bricklayers:
Trying to make college tuition cheaper? Apply for the US Bates Scholarship!
The BAC annually awards three scholarships to students whose parents or step-parents are US BAC members. The stipends are $5,000 per year for up to four years.
Full details here https://t.co/dEX5O569OY pic.twitter.com/wU2y21Gk0D— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) February 11, 2025
Communications Workers of America:
Last month, CWA members and retirees across the country took time to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. For decades, CWAers have taken action to further the ideals of inclusivity and equity both within CWA and nationally. https://t.co/gqYUpcJcuK
— CWA (@CWAUnion) February 9, 2025
Department for Professional Employees:
Watch Angela, an @OPEIU member at IRC discuss her experience talking to coworkers about forming a union pic.twitter.com/k6xqmHZTQx
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) February 10, 2025
Electrical Workers:
For the 33rd time, #IBEW broadcast professionals will bring the #Superbowl to the nation. pic.twitter.com/dPov4hYeVc
— IBEW (@IBEW) February 9, 2025
Heat and Frost Insulators:
A Lasting Legacy 🕊️
Hear from members of Leadership, as we reflect on the life of Dr. Glenn Perušek's & his positive contributions to our Union.
➡️Read now on pages 16-17 in the Winter Journal: https://t.co/dNNp9AID3m#InsulatorsUnion #Insulators #InsulatorPride pic.twitter.com/N4xJ84osSh— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) February 7, 2025
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
Matt Biggs, President of the IFPTE, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss pressing issues facing federal workers following the start of President Trump’s second term in office. https://t.co/UUv14tDn9e
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) February 3, 2025
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
📣 This week, the LCLAA Twin Cities Chapter hosted a community event to informed our members, workers, and their families, about their rights and how to be prepared during this challenging times 💪 pic.twitter.com/sq4BtUbD1Q
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) February 7, 2025
Labor Heritage Foundation:
LHT Podcast
The story of Carmelita Torres, the "Latina Rosa Parks,"https://t.co/n1iCoaillH pic.twitter.com/G4BJLA9N4i— Labor Heritage (@LaborHeritage1) February 9, 2025
Laborers:
#DYK? In 2023, #LIUNA members in Michigan took on #RightToWork and WON—bringing back prevailing wages for hardworking laborers!
When we fight TOGETHER, we WIN. This is what we call union POWER in action! #FeelThePower #RTWisWRONG pic.twitter.com/1cW08YsMak— LIUNA (@LIUNA) February 11, 2025
Machinists:
Labor will always stand up and fight back when we, the people, are under attack.
This is OUR government. We want it staffed and stable. We trust federal workers who dedicated their lives to civil service over a billionaire EVERY DAY. pic.twitter.com/XOWAhslrVK— Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) February 11, 2025
Maritime Trades Department:
Support for Domestic Maritime Evident in U.S. House Hearinghttps://t.co/gCTYeEj6HC
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) February 7, 2025
Metal Trades Department:
Groton-based submarine maker Electric Boat announces plan to hire 3K in 2025. About 400 new employees would work at the company’s shipyard in Groton. https://t.co/Mcyxz02BIF
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) February 4, 2025
Musical Artists:
AGMA Black Caucus announces February Meeting, honoring Black History Month. All Black AGMA Artists are invited to attend: https://t.co/kcflh0v9Ea pic.twitter.com/NIddZpXiBt
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) February 6, 2025
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
For February, the 2025 NATCA wall calendar features a photo of Allegheny County Airport and ATCT (AGC) taken by local member Dan Fostel.
To have your facility featured in the 2026 calendar, submit photos here. https://t.co/eLpzliAG6F pic.twitter.com/YzXEQj19Jl— NATCA (@NATCA) February 11, 2025
National Association of Letter Carriers:
The #StampOutHunger Food Drive is just 3 months away. 📅On Saturday, May 10, set out non-perishable food by your mailbox for your letter carrier to collect. Since 1993, the members of NALC have helped fill food pantries nationwide. We couldn't do it without your support! pic.twitter.com/DO073cJEEF
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) February 10, 2025
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
Domestic workers in California won life-saving protections amid the wildfires.
But there are still more health and safety protections needed for workers tasked with cleaning up hazardous waste. Read more in @MorePerfectUS's Substack: https://t.co/LvvH9fpeGh— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) February 10, 2025
National Federation of Federal Employees:
Over the weekend, National President Randy Erwin joined CNN Newsroom Primetime to tell Americans why erratically downsizing the federal workforce would be a disaster for our members and the country.
Watch now: https://t.co/Tdtcaay7e4 pic.twitter.com/QyatZiVC9g— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) February 10, 2025
National Nurses United:
Our first #MedicareForAll National Strategy Call of 2025 is rapidly approaching!
Join us Wednesday to hear about how we can fight back against the many threats facing the public health care system under the new presidential administration.https://t.co/doWyaLKLYv pic.twitter.com/3BGON3Czh9— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) February 10, 2025
NWSL Players Association:
We stand with the LCMC Nurses and all @NationalNurses https://t.co/4vXx7Ztlcw
— NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) February 7, 2025
NFL Players Association:
Mental health is wealth 🧠
Our first Be Well event brought together mental health professionals, equipping them with resources to best serve our player members through a panel, resource fair and breathing session. pic.twitter.com/ojhfIpTp8u— NFLPA (@NFLPA) February 9, 2025
North America's Building Trades Unions:
Workers know the truth: unions are the path to better wages, benefits, and job security.https://t.co/EtM05KAgzb pic.twitter.com/WJNld5DSqm
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) February 6, 2025
Office and Professional Employees:
Glenda Armstrong is a member of the General Association of Miramar Employees (GAME)/OPEIU Local 101. A former president of the local, Armstrong’s career has spanned nearly 30 years with the City of Miramar, Fla., and two decades with Local 101. #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/PAAZGKCUQ7
— OPEIU | #UnionStrong (@OPEIU) February 7, 2025
Painters and Allied Trades:
DC14 held a 2-day Advanced Spray Class for journey workers and apprentices to practice and gain real-world experience with advanced painting technology.
Our training centers are at the top of the industry by providing our members with skills and job readiness! pic.twitter.com/Q9PqQwdmK8— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) February 11, 2025
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Enacting the Retail Worker Safety Act we pushed for is critical to protecting our members & workers across the industry. @GovKathyHochul came by our packed Local 1-S Macy’s workers membership meeting today to speak with us about how the bill is being implemented & answer q’s. pic.twitter.com/C6UdaYeNEk
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) February 11, 2025
Roofers and Waterproofers:
If there are cellular antennas on your job, you may be exposed to radiofrequency (RF) radiation. One symptom of exposure to RF is dizziness, which can lead to a fall. Learn how to protect yourself: https://t.co/2Rv9mvICkO #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/4ZSNXpI1Xl
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) February 10, 2025
SAG-AFTRA:
SAG-AFTRA offers its condolences to friends & family on the passing of Tony Roberts, a former National & NY Local Board member. The Tony-nominee was an accomplished performer on stage & screen, & a distinguished union leader. #SagAftraMember since 1962 https://t.co/8TigJ0MZPZ
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) February 10, 2025
Service Employees International Union (SEIU):
LA County members are gearing up, training, and getting strike-ready to take on unfair labor practices. When we fight together, we win! https://t.co/S2uweb0RTc
— SEIU (@SEIU) February 10, 2025
The NewsGuild-CWA:
📚🔥 We Are the Union by @_ericblanc is out now—and it features The NewsGuild!
This book dives into the worker-to-worker organizing model that wins! RSVP here to join us for the book talk with the author and Guild members:
📅 Feb 25th @ 6PM ET
📍 https://t.co/uTeRY5ycfo— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) February 7, 2025
Theatrical Stage Employees:
THE SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW IS UNION MADE!
Shout out to @kendricklamar, and all the performers and behind the scenes workers that made this go off without a hitch! pic.twitter.com/9Ialfeks1I— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) February 10, 2025
Transport Workers Union:
Keeping Miami-Dade Transit rail cars rolling. @Twu291Rail Car Mechanics and Technicians at work at the Lehman Center maintenance facility in the @CityofMiami @IRideMDT
TWU 💪@TwuSamuelsen pic.twitter.com/K4q9L3IVDm— TWU (@transportworker) February 6, 2025
Transportation Trades Department:
Labor history is black history.
During #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor the sacrifices that black workers made for liberation, and the labor movement continues to fight for economic and racial justice. pic.twitter.com/H4LqsgB8Ug— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) February 10, 2025
UAW:
Yesterday, UAW President Shawn Fain spent time on the shop floor at his home plant, Kokomo Casting, Local 1166. President Fain visited with Region 2B Director Dave Green and Stellantis Department Director, Kevin Gotinksy. pic.twitter.com/rnnGmRxOnL
— UAW (@UAW) February 11, 2025
UNITE HERE:
Super Bowl LIX is here, and we'd like to shout out the stadium workers of @unitehere23 who'll be serving up all your game day needs. No matter who you’re cheering for, the bartenders, servers, utility, and concessions workers will make sure you have a great game day experience! pic.twitter.com/5a6tfDdaH5
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) February 9, 2025
United Food and Commercial Workers:
UFCW members make #SBLIX happen! 🏈
From UFCW Local 1546 Horween Leather workers crafting the footballs to grocery workers stocking your game-day favorites, we’ve got you covered for #SuperBowlSunday! pic.twitter.com/s2d5uwUSE0— UFCW (@UFCW) February 9, 2025
United Steelworkers:
Our Black History Month spotlights continue with Jennifer Beard!
A true union activist since 2001, she’s president of Local 13-1327, involved in health & safety, Women of Steel, Veterans of Steel & more. She teaches because knowledge is power & honors those who paved the way. pic.twitter.com/msrboAyYvm— United Steelworkers #EverybodysUnion (@steelworkers) February 11, 2025
Utility Workers:
✊🏽✊🏻✊🏿✊🏼✊🏾 Sending #solidarity to Michigan State Utility Workers Council members who are gearing up, quite literally, for contract negotiations! #UnionStrong #ItsBetterInAUnion pic.twitter.com/c8ptWUZgc0
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) February 11, 2025
Writers Guild of America East:
We are thrilled to welcome workers at PS into the @vox_union after they won voluntary recognition from management!
We continue to demand @thedodounion be included as #oneuniononecontract. pic.twitter.com/dqqWNACn4S— Writers Guild of America East (@WGAEast) February 10, 2025