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.
A. Philip Randolph Institute:
APRI family and friends! Please find the 51st APRI NEC call letter and registration forms here, and you also can print them from the https://t.co/dv53dlnJ1E website!
— APRI National (DC) (@APRI_National) March 17, 2022
Also be aware, rooms are filling up fast so please go to https://t.co/fgBCupYNjA to reserve your room today!! pic.twitter.com/YU1eT9vdiT
Actors' Equity:
Molly Picon was a Yiddish Theater star during the early 1900s. She created the "Schmendrick" character, drawing in large diverse audiences. Her international artivism during WWII led to renaming the NY Second Avenue Theater as the Molly Picon Theater. #JewishAmericanHeritageMonth pic.twitter.com/q8IX4ve0UG
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) May 4, 2022
AFGE:
We're proud to celebrate the diversity of our union. That's why for the first time, our union has an Asian American Pacific Islander constituency group called APOWER: Asian Pacific Organized Workers Empowering Representation. Read more about APOWER→ https://t.co/9p88rmzeYF #1u pic.twitter.com/ZeZxgTVURA
— AFGE (@AFGENational) May 3, 2022
AFSCME:
“Regardless of the many difficulties that these essential workers face, they never quit on their communities. We must never quit on them.” – AFSCME President Lee Saunders, in a statement commemorating Public Service Recognition Week #PSRW https://t.co/yW1EPKDdWP
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) May 2, 2022
Alliance for Retired Americans:
We're suing the state of Georgia, along with @votedotorg and @PrioritiesUSA, to ensure that older Georgians can cast mail-in ballots without having to worry about complicated and arcane rules: https://t.co/GMPm6PkBnk pic.twitter.com/yE48OfqrdQ
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) May 2, 2022
Amalgamated Transit Union:
This morning, @ATULocal689-Washington, DC bus operators working for the DC Circulator went on strike against contractor RATP Dev in their fight for fair and just contract. Local President Raymond Jackson and our members are standing strong and united on the picket lines. #1u pic.twitter.com/eUy8OCap70
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) May 3, 2022
American Federation of Musicians:
The Local 4 Drum and Flag Corps kept the beat for @SenSherrodBrown @RepTimRyan and @ohioaflcio President Tim Burga at the Ohio Jobs Rally at Black River Landing in Lorain. @ClevelandAFLCIO #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/oenvHnUYzq
— Local 4 AFM (@local4afm) May 2, 2022
American Federation of Teachers:
Today is #TeacherAppreciationDay!
— AFT (@AFTunion) May 3, 2022
We'd like to thank the 214 parent groups, civil rights groups, student groups, religious groups & fellow unions representing more than 10 million people nationwide to say “thank you” to America’s teachers. #TeacherAppreciationDay #ThankATeacher pic.twitter.com/irD7ITBlct
American Postal Workers Union:
Listen to APWU President Mark Dimondstein announce "Building Union Power" - APWU's National Organizing Drive to sign up 5,000 new members over the coming weeks, with more info at https://t.co/YuLf4xQi2R pic.twitter.com/Sa5yFqpuen
— APWU National (@APWUnational) May 2, 2022
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
The wage gap for AANHPI women is 75¢ - but some AANHPI women experience giant wage gaps that aren’t visible when we only look at averages. Burmese, Pakistani, and Nepalese women make less than 50% of what white, non-Hispanic men make. #AANHPIEqualPay# NotYourModelMinority pic.twitter.com/AhtWEhGAWP
— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) May 3, 2022
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
“The Constitutional right affirmed by the Court in 1973 to safe access & the legal right to an abortion was transformational for women’s rights and our jobs…Choice and self-determination are at the foundation of why we formed our union 75 years ago.” 1/3 https://t.co/RYj306alcp
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) May 4, 2022
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:
MAY 2, 2022: You are hereby notified that the 41st Constitutional Convention of the BCTGM will convene in Las Vegas @ 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 27th, and conclude on Tuesday, August 2nd.
— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) May 2, 2022
Get the Convention Call in English and French👉 https://t.co/CSv1GI7Usr | #bctgm2022 pic.twitter.com/qiv63smoU2
Boilermakers:
The two year mark is approaching for #Boilermakers locked out of their jobs at CESSCO. Read the full update: https://t.co/ZOrtehcFvK
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) May 2, 2022
We stand with our brothers and sisters at Boilermakers Local Lodge 146 ❤️ #BoilermakersUnion #StandWith146 #UnionStrong #UnionProud pic.twitter.com/sg6xUKeXoK
Bricklayers:
On April 26, the BAC Executive Board attended a wreath laying ceremony in honor of #WorkersMemorialDay at the @USDOL Memorial Garden in Washington, D.C. The ceremony was hosted by Labor Secretary @MartyJWalsh, Congressman @BobbyScott, @OSHA_DOL & @MSHA_DOL pic.twitter.com/B0mKh414RV
— Bricklayers Union (@IUBAC) April 28, 2022
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
CBTU President Terry Melvin issued a scathing statement today reacting to #SCOTUS #abortion leak. #1u #Leaked pic.twitter.com/hV5NMQgDZI
— CBTU (@CBTU72) May 3, 2022
Coalition of Labor Union Women:
The Supreme Court’s draft opinion to overturn Roe v. Wade is an outrage and an affront to the opinion of the majority of Americans who support a woman’s right to reproductive freedom including a woman’s right to terminate a pregnancy. -Elise Bryant, CLUW President (1/2) pic.twitter.com/et664ImvBz
— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) May 4, 2022
Communications Workers of America:
The latest CWA bargaining update just dropped. https://t.co/73rrMr30F0
— CWA (@CWAUnion) May 2, 2022
Department for Professional Employees:
We recognize and thank public servants for all that they do! #psrw #PSRW2022 pic.twitter.com/EH0HNYUzL1
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) May 4, 2022
Electrical Workers:
Chicago is home to the 40th International #IBEW convention. And its also one of the greatest union cities in the world. https://t.co/VcRh52wnuN pic.twitter.com/H0vNTfhmGU
— IBEW (@IBEW) May 4, 2022
Fire Fighters:
On this #InternationalFireFightersDay, share your appreciation to our fire fighters and paramedics who are on the frontlines. pic.twitter.com/YywQ5j3sJa
— IAFF (@IAFFNewsDesk) May 4, 2022
Heat and Frost Insulators:
Natalie could not believe how much her life has changed since joining the Insulators Union. Hear more about her story: https://t.co/2TNy0I8E3N pic.twitter.com/427uWvmYZM
— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) May 3, 2022
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
Happy #MayDay from IFPTE Local 21 💙
— IFPTE Local 21 (@IFPTE21) May 1, 2022
Celebrations of International Workers’ Day, date back over 100 years to the fight for an eight-hour workday. In San Francisco, May 1 has also played host to a rich history of collective action by workers—and this year will be no different! pic.twitter.com/JbcLYYuYxC
Ironworkers:
The latest issue of The Ironworker is out! https://t.co/O8BivbCtja pic.twitter.com/Y3pcD3wjzR
— Ironworkers (@TheIronworkers) May 2, 2022
Jobs With Justice:
Make no mistake the forces of oppression are on the rise. Tonight’s news only reflects what we’ve known for too long. We will not stand idly by in this moment—or any other that calls for action. We are in this together and together we can fight for justice.
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) May 3, 2022
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Over the weekend, many of our chapters nationwide commemorated May Day, using their voice and rallying behind immigrant workers!
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) May 3, 2022
Immigrant workers are essential. They always have been. pic.twitter.com/FVJZvjweg6
Laborers:
Terry O’Sullivan, General President of #LIUNA made the following statement on Public Service Recognition Week. #1U
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) May 4, 2022
CLICK TO READ STATEMENT: https://t.co/cJwE4bPtgu pic.twitter.com/OIN074ytOe
Machinists:
The IAM Disaster Relief Program is here for members who may have been affected by the April 30, 2022, tornado that hit Andover, Kansas. If you have been affected, please review the IAM Disaster Relief Guide at https://t.co/9cs0zZGEG0. pic.twitter.com/TU40GMbSWY
— IAMAW District Lodge 70 (@iamawDL70) May 4, 2022
Metal Trades Department:
The Metal Trades Dept., cosponsored this maritime jobs rally yesterday in support of the Bartlett Maritime Plan. The event drew notable political and labor officials that support bringing shipping jobs back to the area. https://t.co/GKrZtUjtNC
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) May 3, 2022
Mine Workers:
"With the right federal support, America could replace its older coal plants with a new fleet of zero-emissions coal and gas plants that would become a backbone for affordable, reliable, and clean domestic energy going forward."https://t.co/g3EmC00Ouv
— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) May 3, 2022
Musical Artists:
ONE WEEK TO GO! There is still time to register! AGMA will host a FREE, OPERA-specific webinar focused on union organizing on Mon, May 9, at 8PM ET. All professional singers, dancers, and staging staff in opera in the U.S. are invited! https://t.co/jRkHiiYiZT pic.twitter.com/WgkvJlmnFZ
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) May 2, 2022
National Air Traffic Co
ntrollers Association:More than 300 air traffic controllers from around the world, including the U.S., Canada, Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic gathered on April 5-8, at LECOM Harborcenter in Buffalo, N.Y., for the 47th International ATC Hockey Tournament.https://t.co/UXQDrfgsst pic.twitter.com/j1NLQqvcgP
— NATCA (@NATCA) May 3, 2022
National Association of Letter Carriers:
The #StampOutHunger Food Drive is 1️⃣0️⃣ days away! If you’re a food drive coordinator, be sure to check out the tool kit that has everything you need to prepare for and host a successful food drive on Saturday, May 14. https://t.co/huTuXAFzxX pic.twitter.com/NXktnn4880
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) May 4, 2022
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
On Workers’ Memorial Day, Immigrants Call on Biden to Turn the Tide on Exploitation and Abuse
— NDLON (@NDLON) April 29, 2022
“For those who have died… we cannot tolerate the vitriol of xenophobic Republicans or the silence of disingenuous Democrats…” #DALE
Read more: https://t.co/B06LvTC7qN pic.twitter.com/0vbXPWEVAr
National Nurses United:
If the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, our patients' health and security will be at risk!
— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) May 3, 2022
We stand with all child-bearing people fighting restrictions on health services, including the right to reproductive and other family planning services.https://t.co/kte5oXqoNd
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
Number 6! Thank you @CityAndStateNY for this recognition of our work! The 2022 Power of Diversity: Asian 100 https://t.co/OqpXrpNkYD via @CityAndStateNY pic.twitter.com/ZyEJuddM48
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) May 2, 2022
NWSL Players Association:
The NWSLPA is pleased to announce that the entire CBA is now available on our website! pic.twitter.com/LIjHFhCFLr
— NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) May 2, 2022
NFL Players Association:
We honor the many #AAPI players who have contributed to our game as well as to their communities and culture. 🙌 https://t.co/fAbloYW63z
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) May 1, 2022
North America's Building Trades Unions:
This week is the National #StandDown4Safety! Tomorrow, @CPWR is hosting a webinar on fall protection - register now to reserve your spot. https://t.co/W3UCjfQ5CG
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) May 2, 2022
Office and Professional Employees:
We are proud to stand with a majority of Americans who want #RoeVWade to remain the law of the land. https://t.co/0qQjIdK0TM
— OPEIU (@OPEIU) May 3, 2022
Painters and Allied Trades:
Statement on leaked Roe opinion: We will continue to fight for the rights of all of our members and their families to have access to the healthcare they need and to marry who they please. pic.twitter.com/2rdRKiQc0l
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) May 4, 2022
Pride At Work:
While the SCOTUS draft is not the final version, it is clear that the right-wing majority intends not only to overturn Roe, but has the Obergefell and Lawrence precedents in its crosshairs as well. We're ready to fight. How about you? @AFLCIO #prochoice #LGBTQ #CivilRights
— Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) May 3, 2022
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
As aviation continues to recover from global pandemic, during PSRW, PASS recognizes extraordinary efforts of workers we represent @FAANews & DoD @MCASCPPA to ensure safety of flying public is never compromised! #PSRW #aviationsafety #federalemployees https://t.co/jUxmvk9Db1 pic.twitter.com/tFNNgGYrGG
— PASS (@PASSNational) May 2, 2022
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
This year as we mark #MayDay, we do so amongst a wave of exciting new organizing wins. There has never been a better time to organize with your co-workers and build power on the job. Our May Day call to action: Organize. Fight. Win!
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) May 1, 2022
Contact an organizer: https://t.co/XZoh0W0o1t pic.twitter.com/d4LJUrudPB
Roofers and Waterproofers:
It’s day 3 of the National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls! Have experts demonstrate how to properly fit, inspect and use personal fall arrest systems, or watch CPWR's webinar on full body harness fit: https://t.co/dg6plHzZM8 #roofersafety365 #StandDown4Safety pic.twitter.com/ZZKH6LFOex
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) May 4, 2022
SAG-AFTRA:
Unions and music go hand in hand. Check this out to learn more about music legislation and how SAG-AFTRA is championing more protections for our singers, musicians and recording artists. #sagaftramembers https://t.co/HpbgeGpiHp
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) May 3, 2022
Seafarers:
Virginia Backs Jones Act - Seafarers International Union https://t.co/SEtrFx9i4K #1u #Maritime #JonesAct #Jobs
— Seafarers Union (@SeafarersUnion) May 3, 2022
Solidarity Center:
Ambulance crews in #Ukraine helped evacuate 150+ civilians from Azovstal Steel plant in Mariupol. "The task was very difficult & dangerous, but the members of the union fulfilled it w dignity. They are our heroes"-Oleg Panasenko, Free Trade Union of Medical Workers @CFTUU pic.twitter.com/LzlpXE7QNr
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) May 4, 2022
The NewsGuild-CWA:
Congratulations to the workers of @PNS_News! You're taking your future into your own hands. Solidarity! https://t.co/cIBqEtuRPp
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) May 4, 2022
Theatrical Stage Employees:
To kick off the first week of #AAPIHeritageMonth today we lift up @ICGLocal600 Camera Technician, Steve Wong. As a first-generation union member, Wong dedicates his time on set speaking with new #IATSE members about how the union works and how it helps its members. pic.twitter.com/5r7rKpiRVr
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) May 3, 2022
Transport Workers Union:
After a two-year hiatus, the Aerospace Maintenance Competition (AMC) was back in action. Members from @TWULocal514 @TWULocal591 @twu567 took part. Congrats to all our aviation mechanics!https://t.co/6o0yFtmLhZ pic.twitter.com/t4VtWit3jR
— TWU (@transportworker) May 3, 2022
Transportation Trades Department:
We mourn the passing of former U.S. Transportation Secretary and @TransportDems Chair Norm Mineta. He was a strong defender of workers, an early pioneer of intermodal surface transportation policy, and an advocate for well-funded public transit programs. He will be missed. https://t.co/bbWf3YBWsB
— Transportation Trades Department (@TTDAFLCIO) May 4, 2022
UAW:
UAW CNHi members struck at noon, May 2, after the company failed to present an agreement that met member demands and needs. https://t.co/Dqmk7Szaay
— UAW (@UAW) May 2, 2022
UNITE HERE:
NEW: Senate cafeteria workers have issued a MAY 18 DEADLINE for Senators to take action & support good jobs at the Senate cafeteria.
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) May 4, 2022
These workers can't wait to see change. With inflation surging, folks are having to make choices between paying for food, rent, gas, or meds. pic.twitter.com/niOBrPElRw
United Food and Commercial Workers:
On #NationalSkilledTradesDay, we recognize and celebrate the contributions made by all the hardworking members in our union family and the labor movement!
— UFCW (@UFCW) May 4, 2022
Thank you for all you do! #1u #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/R3yvsSv7vE
United Steelworkers:
Don’t miss @APALAnational Labor Gets the Votes: How to Mobilize & Sustain Volunteers zoom training. Learn fundamentals of base-building, identifying new leaders, & skills for volunteer retention. Tomorrow 5/5 @7p.m.-Register here: https://t.co/hHOJ7CB9jB #AAPIHeritageMonth #AAPI
— United Steelworkers (@steelworkers) May 4, 2022
Utility Workers:
When it comes down to it, the boss always seems to have enough time and money to come up with new excuses to avoid investing in workplace safety and providing fair wages 🤔. #UnionBustingIsDisgusting pic.twitter.com/cWf7P0O93V
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) May 3, 2022
Working America:
Every worker should have the right to paid sick leave. Have we not learned anything from the past two years while frontline workers were forced to take pay cuts during a global pandemic?https://t.co/0xmtwDfVBt
— Working America | Pass the #PROAct (@WorkingAmerica) April 28, 2022
Writers Guild of America, East:
Meet @goodenergystory: a nonprofit creative consultancy that’s unlocking the power of TV and film to inspire courage in the face of climate change. They just launched the new open-source Playbook for Screenwriting in the Age of Climate Change, live now at https://t.co/jh6WwnnpUN!
— Writers Guild of America, East / #PROAct (@WGAEast) May 3, 2022