In response to the violent invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military, the global labor movement has taken unprecedented action to provide solidarity and aid to the people of Ukraine. The AFL-CIO, among many other unions around the world, has issued a statement condemning the invasion, and state federations and central labor councils have begun to issue similar resolutions. Unions, including AFSCME and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), have passed resolutions calling for the divestment of pension fund investments with ties to Russia.

Members of the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers and Educational Support Professionals (MFT), AFT-NEA Local 59, are continuing their strike against Minneapolis Public Schools. Their fight for safe and stable schools in Minnesota’s largest city is an inspiration to all of us in the labor movement, and many union members and community allies have been standing shoulder to shoulder with Minneapolis educators on the picket lines.

This year, for Women's History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women's history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Blue Catlett of the Ironworkers.

Working people across the United States have stepped up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our regular Service + Solidarity Spotlight series, we'll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.

During Women’s History Month, the United Steelworkers (USW) are celebrating women who make women’s history every day. Here are three shining examples of women who set an example for all through their hard work and union solidarity.

Ann Flener-Gittlen, Local 302: