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:
Happy Jewish American Heritage Month! From 18th Century garment workers to the unions of today, Jewish American workers have played an integral role in shaping the history of the American Labor Movement. Learn more about their impact at the link: https://bit.ly/4wBbPA5
[image or embed]— Actors' Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) May 18, 2026 at 10:40 AM
AFSCME:
Discover how Team AFSCME made the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh a success. https://t.co/WI04L6RdNP
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) May 19, 2026
Air Line Pilots Association:
Proud ALPA members since 2023, @AirCanadapilots are working to build on recent contract gains, strengthen unity, and advance long-term career stability and competitiveness across the profession. Learn more: https://t.co/wvXYbBaItI pic.twitter.com/dgps8c6XS6
— Air Line Pilots Association (@ALPAPilots) May 18, 2026
Alliance for Retired Americans:
Why was Monday's Supreme Court decision to uphold the Medicare drug price negotiation law so important?
Learn more from @Public_Citizen: https://t.co/HLlPhOD94z— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) May 20, 2026
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Our Local 1091-Austin, TX, members are sending a loud and clear message to CapMetro they will do what is necessary to get a fair and just contract. #OurVoiceOurPowerhttps://t.co/yuRfjwR79t
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) May 19, 2026
American Federation of Teachers:
May is #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth! Check out a new @sharemylesson.bsky.social blog on free, classroom-ready resources from the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History that highlight Jewish Americans’ contributions to democracy, culture and civic life. sharemylesson.com/blog/jewish-...
[image or embed]— AFT (@aft.org) May 20, 2026 at 10:22 AM
American Postal Workers Union:
Clerk Craft Director Lamont Brooks discusses two recent national-level arbitration awards regarding Dispatch Coordinator position and an MOU regarding Clerk Craft jobs, as well as safety tips specific to workers in the Clerk craft. https://t.co/ReAP5oIvRj
— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) May 20, 2026
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
ICYMI: @SenDuckworth & @SenatorBaldwin are demanding answers from the FAA about the agency’s decision to allow a Flight Attendant to cover two emergency exit doors on some widebody aircraft.
We’ve been sounding the alarm on cabin configurations and staffing minimums for years. pic.twitter.com/QqYWBxVMuV— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) May 19, 2026
Boilermakers:
🎉Congrats to these #Boilermakers, honored by their local lodges for their years of service! https://t.co/z4J43Tty45 pic.twitter.com/cnpX6WgV3L
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) May 20, 2026
Bricklayers:
Happy #WorksiteWednesday! BAC Local 1 Hawaiʻi member Jesus Hernandez is doing quality work caulking tub surrounds for Jaco Builders LLC at an affordable housing project in ʻEwa Beach (West Loch). He is taking pride in the details on every job!#SkilledTrades #UnionProud pic.twitter.com/ARKK6BD2wL
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) May 20, 2026
Communications Workers of America:
As SpaceX prepares to go public, we must ensure the billions of dollars Elon Musk receives from the government can truly provide reliable internet access for all, not just speculative projections of “universal connectivity.”
Read CWA’s letter to the SEC: https://t.co/cRJD2CXPmF pic.twitter.com/sahXYgERep— CWA (@CWAUnion) May 20, 2026
Department for Professional Employees:
Last week the AEMI came together for its biannual meeting to strategize on shared workplace and policy priorities. Thank you @iatse.bsky.social for hosting!
[image or embed]— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) May 20, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Electrical Workers:
IBEW Local 569 members working for OT Electric are helping renovate Cubberley Elementary School within the San Diego Unified School District.
Photos by IBEW Member Brian Campbell | https://t.co/TGbRkeYju3
Gallery:https://t.co/IJ3e6QGCai pic.twitter.com/YyhBnZiHnR— IBEW569 (@IBEW569) May 20, 2026
Fire Fighters:
🔥 @PPFFA3 President Bob Brooks is headed to the general election after winning his primary by more than 20 points in a crowded race for PA’s 7th CD.
As a longtime union leader, Bob knows how to fight for working families. His victory is proof of that.https://t.co/aDqxDbiKC7— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) May 20, 2026
Heat and Frost Insulators:
We’re proud to provide 100% free & confidential mental health support to our members & their families.
🤝 Get one-on-one support with trained & certified peer coaches
🧠 Learn about support for mental health, stress management, substance use & more.
💙 Help your family get… pic.twitter.com/glN9qN7Vfs— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) May 11, 2026
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:
Now online: Read the Spring 2026 SMART Members' Journal, featuring worker wins in Chicago, Missouri, Saskatchewan and beyond, messages from SMART leadership, analysis of the impact governmental policy has on SMART members' finances, and more: https://t.co/rdNc7MVNy9 pic.twitter.com/4v4P2Fk9eo
— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) May 20, 2026
International Union of Police Associations:
The I.U.P.A. brings you the NewsWatch every week. Click on this link to see the latest news for I.U.P.A. members! https://t.co/YyiDDs0eYV pic.twitter.com/XfmVPCFPeD
— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) May 20, 2026
Jobs With Justice:
We're less than 24 hours away from #WRD2026. It's not too late to join us, but if you can't make it, follow along on our Stories for real-time highlights and takeaways all weekend. 🔔
📸 Instagram: @jwjnational
🦋 Bluesky: @jwj.orghttps://t.co/wMphMlCSUR— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) May 13, 2026
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Tell @SpanbergerForVA to say YES to HB5 & SB199 — Paid Sick & Safe Leave legislation that protects Virginia workers and their families.
Virginia residents only — sign this petition:https://t.co/1bOw1bdIXH
🗓️Gov. Spanberger must make a decision by 5/23 at 11:59 PM.#LCLAA pic.twitter.com/dyspzWwub8— LCLAA (@LCLAA) May 19, 2026
Laborers:
No debt. No shortcuts. Just REAL skills, REAL training and a REAL career. With 70+ #LIUNA training centers across North America, you can earn and learn. #apprenticeship #EarnWhileYouLearn #uniontrades #bluecollar #unionmoney pic.twitter.com/pQjzT9zuO9
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) May 20, 2026
Machinists:
A powerful story highlighting IAM Local 695 and IAM Local 2022 members in Washington state who stood with immigrant communities and helped stop a deportation flight.https://t.co/zvULMI3cM0
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) May 19, 2026
Major League Baseball Players Association:
Congratulations to @Burgatron13, who was named the Players Trust's Most Valuable Philanthropist for May!
The @Rangers infielder was awarded a $10,000 grant in support of his work helping individuals with Down syndrome and their families through the Burger Family Foundation. The… pic.twitter.com/6bQiCJYZ3h— MLBPA (@MLBPA) May 13, 2026
Major League Soccer Players Association:
The 2026 Spring Salary Guide is now available.
The guide reflects annual base salary and annual guaranteed compensation data for all players under contract with MLS as of 4/16.
➡️https://t.co/0VTNxMHodH pic.twitter.com/Zw45jc4e8S— MLSPA (@MLSPA) May 12, 2026
Metal Trades Department:
— Metal Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@metaltradesafl) March 14, 2026
Musical Artists:
AGMA Announces 2026 and Beyond Strategic Action Plan: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc...
[image or embed]— American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) (@weareagma.bsky.social) April 2, 2026 at 1:31 PM
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
President Nick Daniels and other NATCA leaders hosted FAA Academy students in Oklahoma City on Wed., April 29. More than 75 students attended. They were able to learn more about the Union, air safety, and what to expect at the start of their ATC career. https://t.co/y6gSodaEKG pic.twitter.com/O0oZgGlV1J
— NATCA (@NATCA) May 19, 2026
National Association of Letter Carriers:
💻 NALC has launched a new online Learning Management System! Regional rollout has started for members to access training modules on the National Agreement, filing grievances, the grievance-arbitration process, and more — all in one place.
🔗 Read the full announcement:… pic.twitter.com/jiRWSOCy6c— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) May 20, 2026
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
D.C. has some of the strongest worker protections in the U.S. But rights only matter if workers can use them.
The Mayor’s budget proposal cuts $1.1M from 2 programs that make those rights real: the Workplace Rights Grant Program & the Domestic Worker Employment Rights Program.— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) May 12, 2026
National Hockey League Players’ Association:
Nick and Marcus Foligno faced off, became teammates in time to chase the #StanleyCup together and accomplished something meaningful off the ice through the #FolignoFaceOff.
On Mother’s Day, #HockeyFightsCancer and @TheVFoundation have announced a breast cancer research grant… pic.twitter.com/H7mW211TRW— NHLPA (@NHLPA) May 11, 2026
National Nurses United:
BIG NEWS: @mnnurses spent months fighting for Hennepin County Medical Center - and now, new state funding will protect patient care and stabilize the hospital!
This victory lets nurses continue caring for patients who depend on HCMC - but permanent funding is still needed! pic.twitter.com/Jbz00o6KiL— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) May 19, 2026
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
NYC drivers & deliveristas united forever! We are proud to always stand in solidarity with our deliverista siblings and honored by the recognition of such fierce fighters for the working class! ✊🏾💞🎉 https://t.co/93xpycN6r3
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) May 14, 2026
NFL Players Association:
Shoutout to this week’s offseason #CommunityMVP, @AI_XLV 📣
The @chargers fullback and his Ingold Family Foundation hosted free financial literacy workshops in his hometown and college city. During the workshops, Gold taught students financial management, career development… pic.twitter.com/ZcU74YW5gj— NFLPA (@NFLPA) May 15, 2026
North America's Building Trades Unions:
NABTU apprentices earn while they learn through world-class, union training that delivers the skills, safety, and experience needed to get the job done right. From day one, apprentices are building a future they can be proud of. pic.twitter.com/jk55oovsLz
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) May 20, 2026
Operating Engineers:
🚧 #InfrastructureWeek 2026 starts today! Investing in roads, bridges, transit, and rail ensures safer commutes, stronger economies, and a thriving workforce. #OperatingEngineers 🏗️ #BuildingaStrongerAmerica 🇺🇸 Learn more 👉 https://t.co/4Y8qtsaZca pic.twitter.com/LShjFjfgqM
— International Union of Operating Engineers (@iuoe_union) May 18, 2026
Painters and Allied Trades:
Industrial painters in NYC are working hard at Terminal 1 at JFK!
If you ever fly into New York, just know that these are the workers making it possible. pic.twitter.com/Mfz3nTJJKM— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) May 20, 2026
Professional Hockey Players’ Association:
Mental wellness matters on and off the ice. 🧠
This Mental Health Awareness Month, see how the PHPA is helping players build insight, reduce stigma, and support one another through the FIRST LINE Mental Health Training program.
Story by @TonyAndrock: https://t.co/fv0PCjleNj pic.twitter.com/G8jpYsMjs1— PHPA (@thephpa) May 19, 2026
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
The Union Advantage: Union workers earn significantly more over their lifetimes than non-union workers. Collective bargaining pays. 💰📈 #WednesdayWisdom pic.twitter.com/xflQT33mIL
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) May 20, 2026
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Watch this video to learn how to work safely on a ladder and how the free National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) ladder safety app can help. https://t.co/zQMNSYVtbd #roofersafety365
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) May 18, 2026
SAG-AFTRA:
Hear directly from SAG-AFTRA leadership about what’s in the 2026 TV/Theatrical Contracts. SAG-AFTRA President #SeanAstin, NED & Chief Negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland & Chief Contracts Officer Ray Rodriguez lay out the details on the SAG-AFTRA podcast: https://t.co/931vDSS5jK. pic.twitter.com/QqX2HSs8rM
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) May 20, 2026
Service Employees International Union:
Just like the U.S. Senators whining about how their $174k yearly salary isn’t efficient while many of us make just $7.25 an hour, we have yet another MAGA Republican threatening to ensure more of the same poverty wages for us — after he and his pals secured pay raises for… https://t.co/q29NIy8po4
— SEIU (@SEIU) May 20, 2026
Solidarity Center:
Pursuing our mission every day to make a better world 🌍 pic.twitter.com/wTxyTOycSY
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) May 20, 2026
The NewsGuild-CWA:
Maybe the fastest newsroom to unionize ever? In under 3 weeks these journalists just unionzed with @PhillyNewsGuild. Welcome! https://t.co/1nuPfrvrl3
— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) May 18, 2026
Theatrical Stage Employees:
IATSE has reached an agreement with the producers of Beast Games season 3!
The new contract covers more than 500 crew members working on the production, which is based in Greenville, N.C. Members working on the show will receive back pay and benefits for pre-production work that… pic.twitter.com/XFM8skfjUA— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) May 12, 2026
Transport Workers Union:
When push comes to shove, @SpeakerMenin has workers’ backs. The Speaker expressed solidarity with the TWU at our Intl. Executive Council meeting today, saying “I am honored to be here. I am an incredibly strong ally of the TWU. New York is a proud union town, and you've got a… pic.twitter.com/tShzDMCeVx
— TWU (@transportworker) May 20, 2026
Transportation Trades Department:
Happy Infrastructure Week! @TTDAFLCIO President Greg Regan kicked it off with a panel at @United4Infra on workforce development alongside labor and business stakeholders. Together, we're #BuildingAStrongerAmerica. pic.twitter.com/6BZhPL3LKL
— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) May 19, 2026
UAW:
We're fighting for our slice of the pie: a decent wage, cost-of-living adjustments, healthcare we can afford, and real job security. Let's make things right at Allison Off-Highway in Lafayette, IN. @UAWRegion2B pic.twitter.com/4VaLw8Ghrj
— UAW (@UAW) May 15, 2026
Union Veterans Council:
When we fight, we win! ⚖️
The federal appeals court just delivered a major blow to the VA's illegal union-busting, upholding the contract for over 320,000 public servants who care for our heroes.
Proud to stand in solidarity with @AFGENational @afgenvac. ✊🇺🇸 https://t.co/lBBavNacsM— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) May 18, 2026
UNITE HERE:
Today, on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, & Biphobia, we honor the resilience & courage of those who continue to fight for equality & justice.
Our Union is committed to fighting for inclusive, accepting, workplace environments that are free from hate. pic.twitter.com/2zbgGpk8ax— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) May 17, 2026
United Association of Union Plumbers and Pipefitters:
UA sprinkler fitters install and maintain the systems that step in when it matters most—24/7 fire protection built to save lives and protect what’s on the line. pic.twitter.com/CTAptitTWF
— United Association (@UAPipeTrades) May 20, 2026
United Food and Commercial Workers:
Surveillance pricing could mean using our data to charge different prices for the same groceries, while electronic shelf labels make price changes & job cuts easier than ever.
Today, UFCW leaders, members, & allies are fighting these systems!
Full Story: https://t.co/KxYyg4G7b3 pic.twitter.com/XgHSNTxX6N— UFCW (@UFCW) May 20, 2026
United Steelworkers:
Are you a local union webmaster that has the Union Hall basics down? Once a month we offer Union Hall Level 2 training to take your knowledge to the next level.
Secure your spot for the free, virtual Union Hall Level 2 training tomorrow, May 21: https://t.co/WTRGi0uom8 pic.twitter.com/vQ7kzt2YHQ— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) May 20, 2026
Writers Guild of America East:
Human oversight in AI is a must. Pass the NY FAIR News Act - legislation requiring transparency, disclosure and human oversight if Artificial Intelligence is used in the news!
[image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) May 18, 2026 at 11:13 AM