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:
Today we shine a spotlight on Saco River Grange Hall in Buxton, Maine for stepping up their support for Equity members! Explore more #EquityWorks tales in The Organizing Voice. Check out the member portal for details. https://bit.ly/4xw13Mb
[image or embed]— Actors' Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) July 20, 2026 at 5:35 PM
AFSCME:
Workers at a PA library are celebrating their union, which they formed through @afscmecouncil13 last month. When negotiating their contract, they plan to push for fair wages, stronger workplace protections & a greater voice in the future of their library. https://t.co/EZL3I6gGsP
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) July 20, 2026
Air Line Pilots Association:
Your ALPA pin is more than a logo. It represents 95 years of strength, unity, and pilots standing together. ✈️✊ As we prepare to celebrate ALPA's 95th anniversary, wear it proudly on July 27 and beyond as we recognize this milestone together! #ALPA95 pic.twitter.com/XtUWCQjXAE
— Air Line Pilots Association (@ALPAPilots) July 21, 2026
Alliance for Retired Americans:
We have a right to our Social Security. And straight answers.
We applaud @senwarren for standing up for older Americans! pic.twitter.com/IpupfSqVCE— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) July 21, 2026
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Our Local 1208 JTRAN members will Hold the Line until they get the contract they deserve. #OurVoiceOurPower.
https://t.co/ArInf4INjR— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) July 22, 2026
American Federation of Teachers:
Dolores Huerta accepted an award at the AFT's convention with a rallying call for our members to serve as the guardians of democracy and urging delegates to build community coalitions in defense of public education, turn out voters, and finally pass the Equal Rights Amendment. Watch here ⤵️
[image or embed]— AFT (@aft.org) July 22, 2026 at 10:13 AM
American Postal Workers Union:
America loves the public Postal Service, but we need you! Step up and fight for it at https://t.co/9iIXhaIz5b pic.twitter.com/JCBolvTp5K
— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) July 21, 2026
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Mesa and Republic Flight Attendants start getting their contractual boarding pay today - thanks in large part to AFA and IBT working together to hold management accountable. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/2e7Gs6WiuB
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) July 22, 2026
Boilermakers:
Check out more photos and news from day one of the 35th Consolidated Convention here:https://t.co/GpE1DOJwcu pic.twitter.com/AqUIbF8CVi
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) July 22, 2026
Bricklayers:
Michael Eckhoff, a new father and BAC Local 1 #NewYork pre-apprentice #bricklayer, shares how our training program builds valuable hands-on skills and creates a direct pathway to long-term stability and success.#apprenticeship #UnionProud #1u pic.twitter.com/0F0bWP3EhQ
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) July 22, 2026
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
This one hits hard. Lillian Roberts was a founding member of CBTU. She was a role model for generations of women who aspired to became union leaders. Lillian Roberts set the bar high and never left the battlefield. We extend our deepest condolences to the Roberts family. pic.twitter.com/4Z1zNyxGBa
— CBTU (@CBTU72) July 10, 2026
Communications Workers of America:
Our new report reveals that Gigapower—the joint venture launched by AT&T and private equity investment giant BlackRock to build fiber broadband networks—appears to be plagued by deployment delays, missed targets, and litigation.https://t.co/KqzPff9nnQ
— CWA (@CWAUnion) July 22, 2026
Electrical Workers:
Winning a first contract after a union vote can be tough, but #IBEW Local 724's successful fight for a first contract can serve as a blueprint for any organizer or newly organized unit in the #IBEW. https://t.co/4SJt4vaZGY pic.twitter.com/Xv5mUxFKMw
— IBEW (@IBEW) July 22, 2026
Fire Fighters:
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🔗 https://t.co/jhwlcKTtrf pic.twitter.com/ccd0xqQpZR— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) July 21, 2026
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:
WORKER WIN: Workers at Dallas-area contractor Stratus Systems first started organizing back in 2023. Over the years, they faced plenty of challenges — but never gave up. And on May 1, the workers voted UNION YES to join SMART Local 68!https://t.co/stGdnuSdiE
— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) July 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/HKbhh4Hhlk pic.twitter.com/QLr78L38zf
— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) July 22, 2026
Laborers:
The #LIUNA Multi-Regional Conference is officially underway, bringing together leaders committed to growing our union, organizing more workers, and building a stronger future for every LABORER. #MarchToOneMillion #FeelthePower pic.twitter.com/OetfrOnelU
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) July 20, 2026
Machinists:
A contract so impressive it makes the news! We're celebrating with @TCUnionHQ on this great contract. TCU/IAM National President Matt Hollis speaks about the win for Alstom's Plane Train workers at ATL! 🤩🚄🎉 pic.twitter.com/0FxYQw96VZ
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) July 21, 2026
Major League Baseball Players Association:
Today, during collective bargaining negotiations with the league, the MLBPA made proposals to protect and improve the amateur draft with a series of offers designed to attract elite talent, enhance competition, protect players at all levels of the draft, and support smaller… pic.twitter.com/Bi1c7SKOV3
— MLBPA (@MLBPA) July 21, 2026
Major League Soccer Players Association:
That's a wrap!🏆
Congratulations to every MLS player who made history at the 2026 World Cup! pic.twitter.com/sb8G13y68z— MLSPA (@MLSPA) July 20, 2026
Maritime Trades Department:
‘A Safe and Respectful Workplace Benefits the Entire Maritime Community’@ITFglobalunion https://t.co/WOatLDEOBk
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) July 17, 2026
Musical Artists:
AGMA and Opera Colorado jointly announce our first-ever collective bargaining agreement! The parties reached an agreement on June 18, and it was ratified by AGMA’s Board of Governors on July 13. Full joint release can be found on AGMA's website: www.musicalartists.org/agma-and-ope...
[image or embed]— American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) (@weareagma.bsky.social) July 15, 2026 at 1:04 PM
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
Registration is now open for NATCA’s Communicating For Safety, the World’s Premier Aviation Safety Conference. Join us at the Horseshoe Las Vegas, Sept. 14-16, 2026, for the aviation safety event that brings the entire industry together. Register today! https://t.co/hDnCY2yJD9 pic.twitter.com/whJkj9vQ8I
— NATCA (@NATCA) July 19, 2026
National Association of Letter Carriers:
For more than 50 years, NALC has proudly partnered with @MDAorg to #DeliverTheCure! At the upcoming national convention, we'll be continuing that tradition by selling raffle tickets to support this organization's important work.
All are invited to participate and you do not need… pic.twitter.com/9lvPqITw2R— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) July 22, 2026
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
Whether you’re caring for someone now, are thinking about caregiving in the future, or just trying to take care of yourself, you have something to say about care.
We want to hear from you.
Join us for the Day to Have Your Say & be a part of the convo: https://t.co/3DjUL6twIQ pic.twitter.com/SNvTTtxCro— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) July 21, 2026
National Hockey League Players’ Association:
It was a productive day at NHLPA Executive Board Meetings in Toronto, where players came together to discuss, learn and engage in union business to help lay the path forward for the future of the NHLPA. pic.twitter.com/UiPk3fR6WU
— NHLPA (@NHLPA) July 21, 2026
National Nurses United:
Hospitals use @PalantirTech to cut corners and short staff our units in exchange for sensitive patient data that powers deadly immigration raids. 😡
Nurses are demanding our employers and our elected leaders, like @SenatorDurbin, #PurgePalantir! pic.twitter.com/Q5VyoTuHrv— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) July 21, 2026
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
NYTWA members joined @NYCMayor today to shred @nyctaxi penalties, fees, and fines.
The NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission currently collects $1 Million per year in these fines on TLC-licensed drivers. 🤬
Mayor Mamdani’s Executive Order to reduce fees and fines is a significant… pic.twitter.com/59p73ZPjo8— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) July 20, 2026
NFL Players Association:
We are #WorthTheCost pic.twitter.com/d11O84yQ16
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) July 17, 2026
North America's Building Trades Unions:
It's never too late to start a career in the building trades. Whether you're straight out of high school or ready for a change, the unionized building trades offer training, mentorship, and a career, not just a job.
Tell us what brought you to the trades in the comments⬇️ pic.twitter.com/In9vIEQanj— The Building Trades (@NABTU) July 22, 2026
Painters and Allied Trades:
Bridge painting is one of the most dangerous jobs out there, and no matter how many precautions we take, we need drivers to stay focused and ensure that all of our members get home safely. pic.twitter.com/UxYOWdK67U
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) July 22, 2026
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Organizing 101: You have the legal right to form a union without retaliation. Don’t let management tell you otherwise! 📄✊ #UnionFacts #OrganizeNow pic.twitter.com/5pK4IqpFyO
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) July 22, 2026
Roofers and Waterproofers:
The planet’s not going to get any cooler…it’s up to us to protect ourselves and others while on the job.
Join CPWR on next week’s webinar to learn more about heat risks, and get solutions for creating a healthier jobsite.
To register: https://t.co/LLwHYFg3E8— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) July 21, 2026
SAG-AFTRA:
TAKE 5 🎬 THIS is what you need to know about SAG-AFTRA's #podcast agreements! Watch the full episode for more insight from SAG-AFTRA executives Duncan Crabtree-Ireland and Sue-Anne Morrow: https://t.co/rmbdTgTALk. #Take5SagAftra pic.twitter.com/DkF00kfqtD
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) July 20, 2026
Service Employees International Union:
Black women earn just 65¢ for every $1 paid to white men.
Today, Black women are also nearly twice as likely to be unemployed as white men.
Equal work deserves equal pay, and every worker is owed the dignity of paid leave and access to work. #BlackWomensEqualPay pic.twitter.com/4nRZmTLCF3— SEIU (@SEIU) July 21, 2026
Solidarity Center:
Thuraya Abdel Rahman Ibrahim Koumi, leader of the newly formed Sudanese Domestic Workers Union, says the Solidarity Center's House of Labor provides a “safe haven, a safe house, & legal protection.” More about her union & the House of Labor here 👉🏽 https://t.co/86j3JU7U9R pic.twitter.com/WZYoEz2WMI
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) July 22, 2026
The NewsGuild-CWA:
Journalism is not a crime. We strongly condemn the Justice Department subpoenas demanding journalists at The New York Times testify about their reporting on security concerns surrounding Air Force One. https://t.co/atpWUFWT9m
— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) July 11, 2026
Theatrical Stage Employees:
Over a dozen Audio Engineers at three of Denver’s most prominent independent music venues have voted overwhelmingly to join IATSE Local 7!
Workers at The Oriental Theater, The Federal Theatre, and HQ Denver all delivered decisive majorities across the three venues.
The live… pic.twitter.com/1Enxn2BeAr— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) July 17, 2026
Transport Workers Union:
.@TWULocal100 horse carriage drivers thank the @NYCCouncil members who are standing with them and refusing to sign onto an anti-worker bill that provides no guarantees of employment or compensation for having their livelihoods ripped away.
— TWU (@transportworker) July 20, 2026
Transportation Trades Department:
WATCH: Captain Don Josberger, President of @MMP_Union, advocated for strong staffing standards, highly trained crews, and additional measures for accident response & prevention in today's roundtable hosted by the House Maritime & Coast Guard Subcommittee. https://t.co/peFpKYB34d pic.twitter.com/8VkLD195mE
— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) July 21, 2026
UAW:
The UAW supports Medicare for All because everyone deserves quality healthcare. M4A would also strengthen our hand at the bargaining table to fight for better wages, time off, and retirement security for every UAW member.
We ALL win with Medicare for All. pic.twitter.com/CoswXEPLCr— UAW (@UAW) July 22, 2026
Union Veterans Council:
Yesterday, the @UnionVeterans delegation hit Capitol Hill! 🇺🇸
We visited congressional offices across the Cannon, Longworth, and Rayburn buildings to advocate for working veterans, and organized labors opposition to the #TCAVA @AFLCIO @IAM_Union pic.twitter.com/6MwzgeLmUh— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) July 15, 2026
UNITE HERE:
🏆 Victory at the Washington Convention Center!
After more than 11 months of fighting, workers at the Washington Convention Center voted overwhelmingly to approve a historic new contract! pic.twitter.com/3Y9odAe07k— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) July 21, 2026
United Association of Union Plumbers and Pipefitters:
It's not just temporary work. UA members provide in-house maintenance, supporting HVAC-R, piping, and mechanical systems that keep major facilities operating around the clock. pic.twitter.com/aLRQWFIKCD
— United Association (@UAPipeTrades) July 22, 2026
United Food and Commercial Workers:
Chartwells Compass Group workers and Local 1102 members at Iona University have ratified a new contract with real gains & crucial AI protections!
Congratulations to all! Learn more about their victory at the link below.
🔗 https://t.co/Eh5UHOeho4 pic.twitter.com/DvWV7QddlQ— UFCW (@UFCW) July 21, 2026
United Steelworkers:
Everything we do is rooted in our eight founding principles. Last week, we shared the first four—now swipe to explore the final four.
Want to go deeper into our history and where we’re headed? Learn more: https://t.co/cLyQMCU2Cr pic.twitter.com/WOJFYK1W1f— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) July 22, 2026
Writers Guild of America East:
The following is a joint statement from the DGA, SAG-AFTRA and the WGA in response to the Emmys decision to eliminate awards categories from the live broadcast:
[image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) July 17, 2026 at 8:40 PM