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:
President Kate Shindle (@AEAPresident) and Director of Organization and Mobilization Stef Frey spoke with @BroadwayWorld about the organizing workers at Star Gardens and the importance of workers owning their power in the workplace.
— Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) October 19, 2022
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AFGE:
We're holding a rally and virtual town hall this month to bring awareness to personnel issues at the Social Security Administration. #1u
— AFGE (@AFGENational) October 19, 2022
Here's what you need to know→ https://t.co/FhGgQOIhfn
AFSCME:
Since winning their union election two years ago and three weeks after striking, members of the @PMA_Union, which represents workers at The Philadelphia Museum of Art, have won their first contract. https://t.co/6OUbM96RRk
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) October 18, 2022
Alliance for Retired Americans:
Seasons change. So do your health care needs. Make sure you compare plans during Medicare open enrollment! #MedicareOE https://t.co/EbHm8OXOHj
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) October 19, 2022
Amalgamated Transit Union:
We stand in solidarity with our members at Local 1587-Toronto, ON, working for GO Transit as they set a strike date in their fight for a fair and just contract. https://t.co/RImgkqKxvI #ATUStrongerTogether #1u #Labour
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) October 19, 2022
American Federation of Teachers:
Along with @AFTWisconsin we’re donating to the Campus Cupboard & Clothes Closet at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay pic.twitter.com/fQZFc9KT0N
— AFT (@AFTunion) October 19, 2022
American Postal Workers Union:
Being part of a union means a real voice and dignity at work and a lifechanging boost to income. #1u https://t.co/51C1A3jfxY
— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) October 12, 2022
Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance:
.@Peoples_Collect invites you to co-create the #CollectiveUnSummit virtual event on Sat. 10/22 10am-12pm HT/1pm-3pm PT/2pm-4pm MT/4pm-6pm ET. We aim to highlight, discuss, and uplift a myriad of intersectional and cross-racial solidarity efforts. RSVP: https://t.co/fYlpNwEwim pic.twitter.com/SLAMo1Vevg
— Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance, AFL-CIO (@APALAnational) October 18, 2022
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
We stand with our @CWAUnion siblings on strike! @PGHGuild workers deserve a contract. @PittsburghPG management needs to get back to the table and treat journalists with respect. #NoPGwithoutMe https://t.co/6XoTGE7Tiq
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) October 19, 2022
Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:
#CORNNUTSSTRIKE ENDS | Read the full statement 👉 https://t.co/FW6jUFGW1C pic.twitter.com/Y0nifQZkIp
— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) October 19, 2022
Boilermakers:
Buying union and supporting union is important. Want to know what to buy—and what NOT to buy? Visit https://t.co/xZBtPmvSHO and sign up for their newsletter.@ULSTD_AFLCIO #1u #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/x7HxpYjXVa
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) October 19, 2022
Bricklayers:
Happy Birthday BAC pic.twitter.com/nz8z8jWanp
— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) October 17, 2022
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
@CBTU72 President Terry L. Melvin was on fire at the recent @IAM convention in #LasVegas! https://t.co/Xb6Gtd9Tqp
— CBTU (@CBTU72) October 14, 2022
Coalition of Labor Union Women:
Know your rights! https://t.co/YEaEkHAluf
— CLUW National (@CLUWNational) October 15, 2022
Communications Workers of America:
Solidarity with the workers at @PittsburghPG! #NoPGWithoutMe. pic.twitter.com/jMGFnq5JXx
— CWA (@CWAUnion) October 19, 2022
Department for Professional Employees:
Vox Media management refuses to agree on basic issues for a fair and just contract with @thedodounion. Join us in standing in solidarity with @thedodounion who are strike-ready if Vox doesn't agree to a fair deal by midnight on October 31, 2022. https://t.co/PBdHwV3tat pic.twitter.com/VYUGdQLLYI
— Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) October 19, 2022
Electrical Workers:
This #IBEW local is helping Ukrainian refugees find new lives in Canada and new careers as electricians. https://t.co/Mbk6i3hCIm
— IBEW (@IBEW) October 18, 2022
Heat and Frost Insulators:
Check out this video of the 2022 MAC Competitors and highlights from Hershey, Pa. https://t.co/RhsP0ijYXA pic.twitter.com/ZvhRqGDhqq
— Insulators Union 🦎 (@InsulatorsUnion) October 19, 2022
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
IFPTE's 2022 Congressional Endorsements https://t.co/hEpb0sBHzx
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) October 14, 2022
International Labor Communications Association:
This #MemberMonday we’re highlighting @ACTOHIO1! Affiliated Construction Trades (ACT) Ohio advocates for quality, safe construction by contractors and skilled craftspeople with integrity. They fight for level competition, fair wages, workforce training, and safety standards. pic.twitter.com/BMQV8v8QGI
— International Labor Communications Association (@ILCAonline) October 17, 2022
Ironworkers:
#WorldMentalHealthDay
— Iron Workers Union (@TheIronworkers) October 10, 2022
Sadly, ironworkers have the highest rate of suicide within the building trades. We’re working hard to beat the stigma surrounding mental health, suicide, and addiction. Head to our website to read the latest edition of The Ironworker for more info. pic.twitter.com/WFW1T1r2wS
Jobs With Justice:
TUNE IN NOW: The 2022 Eleanor Roosevelt Human Rights Awards Celebration is just minutes away. Watch LIVE on YouTube! https://t.co/h59Z3lytkl
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) October 18, 2022
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Do you work in construction? Are you interested in discussing ways to manage pain and contribute to the development of workplace programs and policies? Participate in this survey! pic.twitter.com/zNA0mwsIKw
— LCLAA (@LCLAA) October 19, 2022
Laborers:
#LIUNA General President Terry O'Sullivan with an important message on the 2022 Midterm Elections: Your Vote Counts & Protecting LIUNA Jobs https://t.co/LQRafkJ3QZ via @YouTube #LIUNAVotes2022 #GOTV #Vote #Election2022 #ProUnion #MiddleClass #UnionJobs #1u #MidtermElections
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) October 19, 2022
Machinists:
NEW: Maine Lobstering Union calls on the administration to take action to protect Maine’s safe and sustainable lobster fishery from threats to industry.
— Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) October 19, 2022
Read full release here: https://t.co/j9YbHKHTmx
Metal Trades Department:
"workers have more power as they request better pay and workplace benefits — and this could have a significant impact in reversing the long-standing trend of sluggish wage growth and low job quality for workers" #WorkersFirst #UnionStronghttps://t.co/LaYL9fqeqO
— Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) October 19, 2022
Mine Workers:
“This is outrageous and effectively negates workers’ right to strike. It is a slap in the face to every worker who stands up to their boss anywhere in America. It cannot stand.” https://t.co/2LzVul60DJ
— United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) October 19, 2022
Musical Artists:
The Student Loan Debt Relief application is open and only takes a few moments to complete! You'll need to provide your name, date of birth, social security number, phone number, and email. Apply today (but no later than Dec. 31, 2023)! https://t.co/vuDuYYSbgD
— AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) October 19, 2022
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
Greg Waitkus (Manchester ATCT, MHT) attended a labor breakfast roundtable at the New Hampshire AFL-CIO headquarters in Hooksett, N.H. U.S. Reps. @ChrisPappasNH and @AnnMcLaneKuster attended and pledged their support for NATCA. https://t.co/GYWI79dOVS pic.twitter.com/q2Y9rqRLcu
— NATCA (@NATCA) October 19, 2022
National Association of Letter Carriers:
The results from week two of our October Branch Challenge are in! Congratulations to the top five fundraising branches. Keep it up and let's continue to support @MDAorg! 👏👏 #DeliverTheCure pic.twitter.com/hcKkMNDgLq
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) October 19, 2022
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
Immigrant workers have *always* been essential…but sometimes America needs a good reminder. Watch the new episode of #NormalAintNormal from @rosariodawson and @buzzfeed: https://t.co/yaL8blSDFG
— NDLON (@NDLON) October 11, 2022
Please join us to push for human rights & worker protections for all immigrants! https://t.co/PtD6LQXxTO
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
Immigrant workers have *always* been essential…but sometimes America needs a good reminder. Watch the new episode of #NormalAintNormal from @rosariodawson and @buzzfeed: https://t.co/yaL8blSDFG
— NDLON (@NDLON) October 11, 2022
Please join us to push for human rights & worker protections for all immigrants! https://t.co/PtD6LQXxTO
National Federation of Federal Employees:
ICYMI: NFFE, @GrassrootsWFF and @ushotshots sent a joint letter to President Biden and agency leaders on reforming wildland firefighter pay, housing, work-life balance, and other issues. Read more here: https://t.co/8XluDlck91
— NFFE (@NFFE_Union) October 18, 2022
National Nurses United:
Our first team of nurses returned home yesterday after volunteering in Florida for two weeks with RNRN and @IMC_Worldwide.
— NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) October 19, 2022
Nurses provided care for those impacted by Hurricane lan at mobile clinics and with wellness checks on community residents. https://t.co/XdMr51xTej
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
"Perhaps the best option is to move the 96th St. line down to 60th St. and exempt yellows from any further congestion fees. In one form or another, these cars have been cruising Midtown and Downtown for more than a century."https://t.co/ZzuhuLLjFr
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) October 17, 2022
NWSL Players Association:
A STATEMENT FROM THE NWSLPA: pic.twitter.com/JMBdNuwXnk
— NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) October 6, 2022
NFL Players Association:
Taking a little visit to the north ❄️❄️
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) October 18, 2022
NFLPA Player Directors visit all 32 teams in the fall to update players on union business + elect new player reps. Shoutout to #BillsMafia for the hospitality! pic.twitter.com/3LRv2pHjXf
North America's Building Trades Unions:
It's distressing to see NABTU’s Legislative Conference be manipulated by a political campaign. We’re here to set the record straight. pic.twitter.com/gS9AoWRPic
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) October 19, 2022
Office and Professional Employees:
ICYMI: @secretlyunion ratified their first contract earlier this week 🔥✊ #UnionStrong https://t.co/o5Ejjf8pBd
— OPEIU (@OPEIU) October 14, 2022
Painters and Allied Trades:
Our union provides our painters with extraordinary opportunities! pic.twitter.com/1Yx2uIL3CV
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) October 12, 2022
Plasterers and Cement Masons:
Apprenticeships & other joint labor-management programs improve collaboration, enhance production & positively affect the workplace. The St.L. Const. Coop., backed by @CementMasons527 is a leading model in jobsite safety, training & workforce diversity. https://t.co/LLFtyZRPLG
— OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) October 19, 2022
Pride At Work:
Another solid reading recommendation for your commute! #queeryourcommute pic.twitter.com/TmFvdFYx4B
— Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) October 13, 2022
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:
PASS represents this talented and skilled workforce at the FAA. We have pushed hard on Capitol Hill for the funding to hire more technicians and our efforts have succeeded! Come join the team and join the union! @FAA_Billy #publicservice #aviationsafety https://t.co/96RfxsGlFI
— PASS (@PASSNational) October 18, 2022
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
LGBTQ rights are workers' rights.
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) October 19, 2022
Immigrant rights are workers' rights.
Civil rights are workers' rights.
Our struggles are interconnected, and we will always fight for social justice through the power of our union. #1u
CC: @hworksunion @BAmazonUnion @Local338 pic.twitter.com/feV7tGTQ6Y
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Women in the construction industry face challenges finding PPE that fits properly. Poorly fitted PPE is ineffective and can lead to injuries. For examples of commercially-available PPE for women, visit: https://t.co/aIRmkNOYSs #roofersafety36 pic.twitter.com/fX1mJRCGuv
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) October 19, 2022
SAG-AFTRA:
If you are in Iowa, Kansas, Rhode Island or Tennessee early voting STARTS TODAY! Get ready to #Vote2022, find your polling location and get more information: https://t.co/MecJbMyl2n#sagaftravotes pic.twitter.com/plaA1HUYID
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) October 19, 2022
Seafarers:
SIU members teaming up with other trade unionists in Puerto Rico, assembling hundreds of grocery bags plus water & other items for distribution this weekend in Hormigueros and Penuelas. #1u @AFLCIO pic.twitter.com/nzzdiY3Rvg
— Seafarers Union (@SeafarersUnion) October 6, 2022
Solidarity Center:
#Inflation and high #fuel prices are driving people to protest in the streets in more than 90 countries. Places like #Indonesia, #SierraLeone and #Ecuador have seen hundreds of protests over #fuelprices. https://t.co/WDLcnLrdU0
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) October 19, 2022
The NewsGuild-CWA:
We're in solidarity with the workers at @PittsburghPG who are fighting for the respect they deserve. #NoPGWithoutMe. Share your support for the striking workers! Notes of solidarity go a long way, even if you can't join the picket line! pic.twitter.com/NuL0XS1inl
— NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) October 19, 2022
Theatrical Stage Employees:
BREAKING: IATSE, @AICProducers issue joint statement announcing new TV Commercial Production Agreement, as well as a Neutrality agreement with recognition procedures for freelance commercial production workers (@StandWithProd). https://t.co/3X4Xrv6I3o
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) October 19, 2022
Transport Workers Union:
.@RanaForoohar asks how we stop economic globalization from spiraling out of control. The answer is obvious: Place workers at the center of economic policy. Create family-sustaining jobs here at home. Make it easier to organize. Better fund @NLRB & NMB.https://t.co/lJHM21UZVl
— TWU (@transportworker) October 19, 2022
Transportation Trades Department:
At @TTDAFLCIO, we proudly represent 37 labor unions & millions of transportation workers. Follow our #TransportationTuesday series to meet our members.
— Transportation Trades Department (@TTDAFLCIO) October 11, 2022
First up: @afa_cwa represents nearly 50,000 flight attendants & fights for fair wages, benefits & safe working conditions. ✈️ pic.twitter.com/N1nYli1xIC
UAW:
UAW President Ray Curry: "This vote sends a strong message to UC that UAW members are ready to fight because they deserve dignity, respect and a fair contract. I know our over one million active and retired members agree.” https://t.co/ewls8KIIwf
— UAW (@UAW) October 18, 2022
Union Label and Service Trades Department:
Jennifer Abruzzo, head of NLRB, is building a pro-union legacy for Biden - The Washington Post https://t.co/EIqzQxGiEP
— Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) October 16, 2022
Union Veterans Council:
Attention: sign up and join us for a Freedom forum with @votevets and our special host @AVindman and guest @unionveterans Executive Director @WillAttig.
— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ Pass the #PROAct (@unionveterans) October 19, 2022
As veterans we much continue to fight for our country. #1u https://t.co/XMI3zXxEUj
UNITE HERE:
Ines has been housekeeper at the Brookfield owned Diplomat for 20 years. She joined @SecMartyWalsh @SoFloAFLCIO sharing her story from last month when she voted to go on strike and won!
— Unite Here Local 355 (@UNITEHERE_SoFla) October 18, 2022
We fought for a good contract that includes daily housekeeping, regular schedules, & $20/hr. pic.twitter.com/GqsLIUjRab
United Food and Commercial Workers:
On #NationalPharmacyTechnicianDay, we'd like to thank all the pharmacy techs who are part of our UFCW family and for their hard work in keeping our communities healthy!
— UFCW (@UFCW) October 18, 2022
Do you know a Pharmacy Tech? Tag them and tell them how grateful you are for all that they do!#UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/wR8dC74rzd
United Steelworkers:
You'll probably not see this on the news, but here's another win for us because of who we elected: for the first time, the federal government will be allowed to negotiate for lower drug prices for seniors on Medicare. More: https://t.co/IOlDHiuPFZ #BeAUnionVoter #USWVotes #1u pic.twitter.com/Ntzmm1ill9
— United Steelworkers #EverybodysUnion (@steelworkers) October 19, 2022
Utility Workers:
#CarbonCapture is Essential. Per @IEA, it will cut the cost of reaching 2050 carbon emissions
— UWUA National (@The_UWUA) October 19, 2022
targets. Widespread deployment will enable the U.S. to meet these goals, while sustaining the
nation’s energy production, industrial base, & high-skilled jobs. #WednesdayWisdom #climate
Writers Guild of America, East:
Show your support for @TheDodoUnion — help us demand a fair contract from @Bankoff! #1u https://t.co/CPBn4olhDW
— Writers Guild of America, East (@WGAEast) October 18, 2022