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May 28, 2020

NV Senators, Front-Line Workers Call for State, Local Aid

Nevada’s U.S. senators and AFSCME Local 4041 members agree – it’s high time the Senate passes a federal aid package to states, cities and towns.

May 27, 2020

‘Every Day is Sign-a-Card Day:’ How One Local is Growing During COVID-19

Organizing workers is tough, and especially so during the COVID-19 pandemic. But one Washington state local isn’t letting the crisis stand in the way.

May 26, 2020

A Life of Service: One Man’s Mission to Put Others First

Oregon AFSCME member Michael Stewart volunteered to work in the COVID-19 unit at Oregon Health & Science University. Find out why he felt compelled to raise his hand.

May 22, 2020

‘Public service workers are … crucial to fighting this pandemic’

Meet a New York City respiratory therapist who was sickened by COVID-19.

May 14, 2020

AFSCME Members Recovering From COVID-19 Share Their Stories, Seek State, Local Aid

In a press call, AFSCME front-line workers shared stories of suffering with COVID-19 as they highlighted the urgent need for congressional aid.

May 07, 2020

Congressional Black Caucus Town Hall on State, Local Aid Features Florida Member, President Saunders

An AFSCME Florida member joined African American lawmakers in calling on Congress to provide aid to state and local governments.

April 17, 2020

Continuing to Serve Special Needs Individuals During the Pandemic

Serving Hawaii residents who have physical and intellectual disabilities is proving to be particularly difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 16, 2020

‘This is what we are called to do’: Inside a Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing Facility

AFSCME members in Manchester, New Hampshire, are staffing a drive-up coronavirus testing site. They have tested more than 800 people and counting.

April 08, 2020

No Clear Path for Two California Hospital Workers

Two Bay area hospital workers in northern California face an uncertain path during the coronavirus pandemic.

April 02, 2020

Health Care Workers on the Front Lines in AZ Fight to Reach the ‘Finish Line’ Safely

In Tucson, Arizona, AFSCME Local 449 member John Duran is fighting for more protective equipment for his co-workers and a written COVID-19 plan from management.

April 01, 2020

‘We’re Built To Do This’

Hear from health care workers about their commitment to serve on the front lines of the fight against the coronavirus.

March 23, 2020

Today is the 10-year Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act

Millions of people gained coverage thanks to the Affordable Care Act, which was signed into law 10 years ago today.

March 23, 2020

Serving Students Stuck on Campus is Maryland Member’s Mission

Serving those still on the University of Maryland campus is this member’s mission on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic

March 13, 2020

On the Front Lines of the Coronavirus: AFSCME Members Keep Us Safe

AFSCME members are on the front lines, fighting the coronavirus, and deserve strong support from the federal government.

March 03, 2020

AFSCME President Addresses Coronavirus, Calls for Member Safety

AFSCME President Lee Saunders has issued a statement on the coronavirus, calling for emergency measures to ensure member safety.

February 10, 2020

A Friend in Foxtrot

Mark Simonson brightens the lives of the residents of Rhode Island Veterans Home.

January 29, 2020

With UC Patient Care Agreement, Local 3299 Workers Notch Historic Victory

Local 3299 patient care workers at the University of California system win historic victory by securing a hard-fought contract.

December 20, 2019

Dedicated to Making Her Hospital Work for all Patients

Jackie Rodriguez plays a crucial role in helping patients in central Massachusetts receive a diagnosis and treatment.

November 22, 2019

Nevada State Employees Continue Momentum Toward Bargaining Table

The third unit of Nevada state employees, the professional health care unit, seeks recognition as AFSCME for collective bargaining purposes.

November 21, 2019

House Passes AFSCME-Backed Workplace Violence Prevention Act

The House has passed an AFSCME-backed bill to increase workplace safety for health care and social services workers.

September 26, 2019

New Agreement Ends 9-Month Labor Dispute

After a long battle, Council 66 health care workers, members of AFSCME Local 3124, won a fair contract.

September 19, 2019

Big Win for Workers at Oregon University

After a massive informational picket, workers at an Oregon university were able to secure a favorable contract.

August 09, 2019

A Summer Protest for Fair Wages, Health Care and Adequate Staffing

Summer time is protest time in upstate New York. Workers at Auburn Community Hospital are going public with their demands for a fair contract – and they have community support.

August 07, 2019

S-T McBride at PA Hospital Rally: ‘We Don’t Put Corporate Greed over Human Need’

Putting profits over public health is just plain wrong, AFSCME Secretary-Treasurer Elissa McBride said at last week’s Rally to Save Hahnemann Hospital in Philadelphia.

July 24, 2019

At Last. Congress Authorizes Permanent 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund

Congress has authorized permanent funding for the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund after years of efforts by survivors and other advocates, including AFSCME members.

June 12, 2019

Pharmacists at Kaiser Hawaii Choose to Build Power Through AFSCME

At least 100 pharmacists at Kaiser Hawaii in Honolulu have joined forced with UNAC/UHCP.

May 28, 2019

UMass Memorial Hospital Workers Win Big with New Contract

This victory for our AFSCME sisters and brothers in Worcester, Massachusetts, was possible thanks to their strong union and a collaborative relationship with hospital management in which workers’ voices are taken seriously.

March 29, 2019

Fight is on to Save Alaska Psychiatric Institute

ASEA members are fighting the newly elected governor’s plan to privatize the Alaska Psychiatric Institute. We want it to remain under taxpayer control.

February 25, 2019

Bill Aims to Protect Health Care and Social Service Workers

A bill backed by AFSCME members would reduce workplace violence faced by health care and social service workers.

February 21, 2019

Paid Parental Leave – Negotiated by Workers For Workers Through Their Unions

Union jobs gave Amanda and Justin Aurelius something priceless last year: Time off together with their new baby and toddler son.

Health Care Workers Archive

NV Senators, Front-Line Workers Call for State, Local Aid

‘Every Day is Sign-a-Card Day:’ How One Local is Growing During COVID-19

A Life of Service: One Man’s Mission to Put Others First

‘Public service workers are … crucial to fighting this pandemic’

AFSCME Members Recovering From COVID-19 Share Their Stories, Seek State, Local Aid

Congressional Black Caucus Town Hall on State, Local Aid Features Florida Member, President Saunders

Continuing to Serve Special Needs Individuals During the Pandemic

‘This is what we are called to do’: Inside a Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing Facility

No Clear Path for Two California Hospital Workers

Health Care Workers on the Front Lines in AZ Fight to Reach the ‘Finish Line’ Safely

‘We’re Built To Do This’

Today is the 10-year Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act

Serving Students Stuck on Campus is Maryland Member’s Mission

On the Front Lines of the Coronavirus: AFSCME Members Keep Us Safe

AFSCME President Addresses Coronavirus, Calls for Member Safety

A Friend in Foxtrot

With UC Patient Care Agreement, Local 3299 Workers Notch Historic Victory

Dedicated to Making Her Hospital Work for all Patients

Nevada State Employees Continue Momentum Toward Bargaining Table

House Passes AFSCME-Backed Workplace Violence Prevention Act

New Agreement Ends 9-Month Labor Dispute

Big Win for Workers at Oregon University

A Summer Protest for Fair Wages, Health Care and Adequate Staffing

S-T McBride at PA Hospital Rally: ‘We Don’t Put Corporate Greed over Human Need’

At Last. Congress Authorizes Permanent 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund

Pharmacists at Kaiser Hawaii Choose to Build Power Through AFSCME

UMass Memorial Hospital Workers Win Big with New Contract

Fight is on to Save Alaska Psychiatric Institute

Bill Aims to Protect Health Care and Social Service Workers

Paid Parental Leave – Negotiated by Workers For Workers Through Their Unions