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
March 31, 2021 Child care workers show unions can help solve ‘she-cession’ This Women’s History Month, let’s commit to unleashing the power of worker solidarity to solve the “she-cession.” Read More
March 29, 2021 Michigan’s Emilie Stack, protecting her community through public health For Emilie Stack, an emergency preparedness coordinator in Michigan, it’s all about community. Read More
March 24, 2021 In San Diego, UDW and UNAC partnered to administer vaccines to fellow union members A unified labor partnership in San Diego delivered the COVID vaccine to union members. Read More
March 23, 2021 At Moral Monday rally, AFSCME stands with Amazon workers seeking to form a union AFSCME President Lee Saunders reiterated our union’s support for Amazon workers voting to form their own union. Read More
March 22, 2021 New contract for Hawaii health care workers to benefit patients, community After much hard work, 900 Hawaii nurses and health care workers secured a four-year contract that addresses retention, wages and other significant issues. Read More
March 19, 2021 New Mexico health care worker joins second gentleman in COVID roundtable AFSCME New Mexico member Suzanne Bell was part of a roundtable convened by second gentleman Doug Emhoff to examine work-life balance for front-line workers. Read More
March 12, 2021 We made it happen: Union members helped win the American Rescue Plan AFSCME members helped win passage of the COVID relief bill known as the American Rescue Plan. That's the union difference. Read More
March 11, 2021 AFSCME Retirees encourage other retirees to get vaccinated AFSCME Retirees urge retirees and seniors to get vaccinated when they can. Read More
March 11, 2021 Texas legislature urged to fix crumbling prisons, boost corrections staffing and pensions AFSCME members ask the Texas legislature to fix crumbling prisons, increase corrections staffing and shore up the pensions they were promised. Read More
March 10, 2021 Coronavirus relief bill headed to the White House The American Rescue Plan is about to become law. President Joe Biden will sign it Friday after the House gave final approval today. Read More
March 10, 2021 House praised for passing pro-worker PRO Act AFSCME President Lee Saunders applauded the PRO Act’s House passage. Read More