July 30, 2021 University of Maryland workers rally to expand and protect access to telework University of Maryland workers are pushing to telework for the rest of the summer, but they’re being asked to return to the office starting Monday despite rising COVID cases. Read More
July 22, 2021 Saunders discusses organized labor’s role in workplace mental health President Lee Saunders joined a panel discussion on the role that organized labor plays in addressing workplace mental health. Read More
July 16, 2021 Museum reopens after shutting down following apparent chemical exposure It took collective action to temporarily close The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore after some workers were sickened by a chemical exposure. Read More
July 12, 2020 AFSCME members secure state audit in latest step to fix problems with their employer AFSCME Local 1902 members have long pointed out workplace problems at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Their concerns are finally getting heard by the state. Read More
July 12, 2021 Never Quit winner is hard at work fulfilling a childhood mission Learn why Heather Burke, a social caseworker with Adams County, Colorado, is the latest winner of AFSCME’s Never Quit Service Award. Read More
June 28, 2021 Michigan nurse Maggie Schaefer put off retirement to fight COVID Learn how Michigan nurse and Never Quit Winner Maggie Schaefer fought through the pandemic. Read More
June 21, 2021 Anti-union campaign in Oregon shows why Congress must pass PRO Act The anti-union tactics by an Oregon behavioral health employer show why workers nationwide need the PRO Act. Read More
June 17, 2021 AFSCME president on high court ACA ruling: A ‘huge victory’ for working families AFSCME President Lee Saunders applauded the Supreme Court for rejecting the latest baseless lawsuit aimed at overturning the Affordable Care Act. Read More
June 15, 2021 AFSCME members lead the way in getting vaccinated AFSCME members are leading the way in getting vaccinated but more can be done to stop COVID’s spread. Read More
June 11, 2021 Philadelphia cultural and museum workers celebrate the formation of Local 397 Philadelphia cultural and museum workers notch a victory by joining Local 397. Read More
June 04, 2021 Iowa corrections package is good but not good enough The Iowa legislative package for increased corrections funding – coming two months after the Anamosa State Penitentiary killings of AFSCME members – is a good start but isn’t good enough. Read More
June 01, 2021 Union Difference: For Virginia’s Velicia Tucker, the union difference only gets stronger Discover how Virginia’s Velicia Tucker experiences the power of the union difference. Read More
May 27, 2021 During pandemic, school nurse aide did ‘whatever was necessary’ to protect students, staff Kelly Landon is a licensed practical nurse aide in New York whose dedication to her students made her a winner of AFSCME’s Never Quit Service Award. Read More
May 26, 2021 After braving the pandemic, Miami-Dade school employees brace for the fall Miami-Dade schools Local 1184 President Phyllis Leflore reflects on the pandemic and plans for the future. Read More
May 20, 2021 Americans want unions, and they want them now New survey findings on public sentiments toward labor unions suggest Americans are waking up to the union difference. Read More
May 19, 2021 Cultural Workers United Welcome to Cultural Workers United, our union’s campaign to ensure that workers at cultural institutions nationwide have a voice on the job. Read More
May 12, 2021 AFSCME members raise awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s empower behavioral health workers to improve the quality of care they provide to clients with mental illnesses. Read More
May 11, 2021 Major legislative wins for Maryland workers – especially in higher ed Thanks to AFSCME members, Maryland workers – especially those working in colleges and universities – saw major gains in this year’s legislative session. Read More
May 05, 2021 ‘When we talk about money being released to schools, how do we ensure that truly helps students?’ American Rescue Plan funding should benefit students and paraprofessionals in District of Columbia Public Schools, member says. Read More
April 30, 2021 Adams County workers ratchet up pressure to secure first contract Workers in Adams County, Colo., are tired of waiting for their employer to finish negotiating their contract. They are taking action to get the county to finish its part. Read More
April 28, 2021 To honor those who died on the job, give every worker a voice in the workplace This Workers Memorial Day, we honor and mourn thousands of workers who have died while serving and protecting their communities during the coronavirus pandemic. Read More
April 27, 2021 ‘This is the first step in getting back to normal’ CSEA member Elizabeth Ramos met with Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to highlight the extraordinary work of school support personnel during the pandemic. Read More
April 22, 2021 Rep. Jahana Hayes joins Connecticut AFSCME members in praising benefits of ARP Rep. Jahana Hayes of Connecticut joined AFSCME members to discuss the benefits of the American Rescue Plan. Read More
April 19, 2021 AFSCME applauds House passage of workplace violence bill AFSCME applauds the House passage of a workplace violence prevention bill. Read More
April 15, 2021 Michigan governor and congresswoman join AFSCME in praising benefits of ARP Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Rep. Haley Stevens of Michigan joined AFSCME members in praising the benefits of the American Rescue Plan. Read More
April 14, 2021 AFSCME corrections officers learn, train fellow COs on COVID-19 AFSCME educates correctional employees on COVID-19 safety best practices, while affiliates promote member vaccination. Read More
April 09, 2021 Iowa prison worker deaths prompt urgent call for reforms Two AFSCME prison workers in Iowa were killed on the job. This could’ve been avoided if there had been adequate staffing, Council 61 argues. Read More
April 07, 2021 Report details broken promises of New Jersey behavioral health industry New Jersey’s top behavioral health providers have done well for themselves but have neglected their patients and employees, a new report finds. Read More
April 06, 2021 Value the work of AFSCME library workers Say thanks to a library worker on this National Library Workers Day. Honor the value they bring to the communities they serve. Read More
April 01, 2021 DC 37 workers #GetVaccinated at Citi Field event More than DC 37 members got inoculated against COVID-19 at a “Vaccination Day” event in late March. Their union was key in getting them to go to the event. Read More