Giving Back To Their Community: What Working People Are Doing This Week
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:
Equity publishes member-written letters reflecting on the lives of their fellow members who have passed away. Fill out the member commemoration form in the member portal to share your letters of remembrance. https://members.actorsequity.org/member-commemoration
— Actors’ Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) April 8, 2026 at 11:29 AM
AFSCME:
Rising costs are burdening working families, but Wisconsin Rep. Derrick Van Orden sides with billionaires, AFSCME members say. https://t.co/eAfSvtdSr5
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) April 7, 2026
Air Line Pilots Association:
In March 2020, the skies went silent. Airlines were on the brink. ALPA didn’t wait — and secured the most worker-forward federal relief package in U.S. history. Swipe for the highlights and read more ➡️ https://t.co/exRRHqPZcI pic.twitter.com/0NQA0sOIjZ
— Air Line Pilots Association (@ALPAPilots) April 7, 2026
Alliance for Retired Americans:
⏰ We’ve been waiting awhile to hear back from the people who support the #BigUglyBill — what DO they expect us to do when nursing homes or hospitals shut down because of Medicaid cuts? It’s a pretty important question!
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) April 7, 2026
Amalgamated Transit Union:
Local 256-Sacramento, CA, applauds hiring of more transit safety ambassadors to improve safety but calls for better pay to address high turnover rate. #1u #UnionStrong https://t.co/3wxID89b5D
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) April 8, 2026
American Federation of Musicians:
To all who celebrate, may your Passover be filled with joy, freedom, and peace. pic.twitter.com/fcTbkbsx2v
— AFM (@The_AFM) April 2, 2026
American Federation of Teachers:
Student loan borrowers are being removed from Biden’s repayment plan that many depended on. Many are now scrambling to figure out their next steps. Is this what borrowers deserve after investing in their futures? www.businessinsider.com/student-loan…
— AFT (@aft.org) April 8, 2026 at 12:20 PM
American Postal Workers Union:
The APWU has launched an interactive website designed to expand access to the APWU History Center, which opened in 2023 at the APWU Headquarters Building. Explore the union’s history, learn how our struggles of the past shaped today: visit https://t.co/B0fhhKve8b today!
— The American Postal Workers Union – APWU (@APWUnational) April 7, 2026
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Happy Easter! pic.twitter.com/0Zqwudchrw
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) April 5, 2026
Boilermakers:
Get handouts and register for a webinar. This year’s Stand-Down takes place during National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 20-24, 2026.https://t.co/O2e0AqwFPd pic.twitter.com/oI13O7d7tH
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) April 8, 2026
Bricklayers:
.@Local1BAC was proud to sponsor the Skills Competition in Delaware! Congrats to the 12 talented students from Polytech & Hodgson Vo-Tech. Our top 3 winners are heading to the National @SkillsUSA Competition: 🥇Mason Paolini🥈Grayson Ross
🥉Gaige Benson #SkillsUSA #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/sMsrwMrJ5r— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) April 7, 2026
Communications Workers of America:
DirecTV workers have overwhelmingly voted to give union leaders the authority to call a strike if negotiations between CWA and the company fail to reach a fair agreement.https://t.co/toBWOza5YD
— CWA (@CWAUnion) April 7, 2026
Department for Professional Employees:
Congrats to @iatse.bsky.social members at the Juilliard School on their tentative agreement! www.broadwayworld.com/industry/art…
— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) April 3, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Electrical Workers:
“If someone is doing electrical work, then they belong in the IBEW. Period.” https://t.co/nhpNkEr8PQ
— IBEW (@IBEW) April 8, 2026
Fire Fighters:
Protecting the health of fire fighters & emergency medical workers takes more than awareness – it requires research, data, & action.
This #WorldHealthDay, see how the IAFF is taking on cancer, safety & the science of keeping fire fighters healthy.https://t.co/BLFSjio8oK
— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) April 7, 2026
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:
The union sheet metal trade offers transformative careers for generations of working people! #TradeJobsWork https://t.co/2NroHtw5Yd
— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) April 7, 2026
International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:
After Joining Labor Amicus Brief on Birthright Citizenship Case, IFPTE Joins Labor, Activists at Supreme Courthttps://t.co/8xe8lqQUPr
— IFPTE (@IFPTE) April 7, 2026
International Union of Police Associations:
The I.U.P.A. brings you the NewsWatch every week. Click on this link to see the latest news for I.U.P.A. members! https://t.co/UFbGfcwhdf pic.twitter.com/FI3GvBsqKR
— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) April 8, 2026
Jobs With Justice:
MEET US IN ATLANTA! Join us in Atlanta for the 2026 National Conference: Workers Revive Democracy, happening May 14–16, 2026, in ATL. This is more than a conference–it’s a call to action! 🎟️: https://t.co/VLNw37IMAv
For more updates + info follow us on IG & Bluesky. pic.twitter.com/1pT5mjp9Jp
— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) March 17, 2026
Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:
Nearly 2.3 million Latinos in the U.S. still smoke.
This isn’t a distant issue – it’s affecting our workplaces, families, and communities.
Read LCLAA’s newsletter Amándome a Mí para Amarte a Tí here: https://t.co/TklLvbWODU pic.twitter.com/ZjkH7BPRbd— LCLAA (@LCLAA) April 8, 2026
Laborers:
#ICYMI: #LIUNA Local 169 gave back to their community, collaborating with Sparks National Little League to prep fields for local youth sports teams in Reno, Nevada. This is how we show up, this is #LaborersRising #Solidarity in action. ✊#LIUNACares #FeelThePower #Service… pic.twitter.com/f7YYfggW8u
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) April 6, 2026
Machinists:
This isn’t common sense.
It’s a threat to workers and public lands.@NFFE_Union condemns the Forest Service restructuring plan that uproots careers and weakens protections.https://t.co/Hbkndaf69q
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) April 8, 2026
Major League Baseball Players Association:
It’s time for an Easter egg hunt! Can you find all four eggs in each photo? 👀 🐣 pic.twitter.com/hgOqWtGxQT
— MLBPA (@MLBPA) April 5, 2026
Musical Artists:
AGMA Announces 2026 and Beyond Strategic Action Plan: www.musicalartists.org/agma-announc…
— American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) (@weareagma.bsky.social) April 2, 2026 at 1:31 PM
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
More than a dozen NATCA members recently gained a deeper understanding of safety programs and procedures during the Safety Advocacy Training course. The two-day course was held in Baltimore on Feb. 2-3, 2026. https://t.co/6Wa4gY7B0v pic.twitter.com/Atu9x613t1
— NATCA (@NATCA) April 8, 2026
National Association of Letter Carriers:
When NALC members aren’t delivering for millions of homes and business across America, they’re creating, performing, exploring, and getting involved in their communities!
➡️ Interested in sharing your unique hobby, talent or interest with the Postal Record? Submit your name,… pic.twitter.com/PG4zJagfia
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) April 7, 2026
National Day Laborer Organizing Network:
“The birthright citizenship clause of the 14th Amendment is about children. It stands for a unifying national proposition: all people born in this land, under this country’s flag, are citizens of this country.”
Read the full statement: https://t.co/hYRyUV7BSr— NDLON (@NDLON) April 1, 2026
National Domestic Workers Alliance:
Big news out of DC 🗣️
The DC Council just introduced legislation to protect overtime rights for home care workers!
The Strengthening Our Home Care Workforce Amendment Act of 2026 would ensure DC workers keep overtime protections—even if federal protections are rolled back.
— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) April 3, 2026
National Hockey League Players’ Association:
Since Brandon Bussi’s sophomore year in college, hehas created a goalie mask every season in honour of his younger brother, Dylan, who has autism. With a strong personal connection, Bussi is proud to use his platform now to continue advocating with and for the community 🫶… pic.twitter.com/6nw0zQ8Llw
— NHLPA (@NHLPA) April 2, 2026
National Nurses United:
With more than $1 trillion in cuts to health care programs, the Trump admin is making it nearly impossible for many of our patients to get care.
Nurses’ Red Alert: Save our Hospital Tour is sounding the alarm and giving our communities the knowledge and hope to fight back. pic.twitter.com/dZ9O5EQKxY
— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) April 7, 2026
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
“Neither the city nor the state are ready,” said Bhairavi Desai, executive director of the New York Taxi Workers Alliance, which represents taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers. “We don’t have any policies or regulations in place and to allow these companies to roll out their…
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) April 8, 2026
NFL Players Association:
Experienced officials matter for player safety.
Read the full joint release from the NFLPA and NFLRA here: https://t.co/9MqJPy1Vsc pic.twitter.com/OLvZh8aYlc
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) April 1, 2026
North America’s Building Trades Unions:
Young workers are choosing the trades, and for good reason. Union construction offers real skills, real wages, and real careers building America’s future.https://t.co/uSmaAydtcT
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) April 8, 2026
Operating Engineers:
📣 Yesterday, we proudly dedicated the James T. Callahan International Training and Education Center, honoring Jim’s leadership and legacy. #JamesTCallahan #InternationalTrainingCenter #LegacyOfExcellence pic.twitter.com/z5bhx5HX9d
— International Union of Operating Engineers (@iuoe_union) April 2, 2026
Painters and Allied Trades:
Last year, 16.5 million American workers were represented by a union.
Imagine if all 16.5 million of us came together to fight for higher wages, better benefits, and more bargaining power – we would be unstoppable! pic.twitter.com/VN8s6vrgDk
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) April 8, 2026
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Steward Spotlight: Stewards are the heart of the shop. They spend their breaks defending the contract and answering your questions. Thank a steward today for their dedication! 🫡 pic.twitter.com/UN4alNXiuV
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) April 8, 2026
Roofers and Waterproofers:
If you’re working 6 or more feet above a lower level, your employer is required to provide you with fall protection – learn more at: https://t.co/apFUVwo3Uk #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/5L88KAK9tY
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) April 8, 2026
SAG-AFTRA:
If a commercial you appeared in is airing beyond the permitted use period; if your payment is late; if your commercial is appearing in new places and you’re not seeing compensation – SAG-AFTRA staff will ensure that you get the money owed to you.#AdsGoUnion pic.twitter.com/L60bqPuxGQ
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) April 8, 2026
Service Employees International Union:
Shoutout to 1199NW healthcare workers who protested outside of their employer’s facility to fight for contracts that provide livable wages, competitive benefits, and safe staffing.
Staffing issues and a lack of resources cause many hospital workers to leave, which threatens the…
— SEIU (@SEIU) April 7, 2026
Solidarity Center:
Public sector workers like Jillian provide critical services to their community and are often frontline defenders of democracy when those services and fundamental rights are threatened. Watch her story to hear how her union and democracy go hand in hand 🫱🏽🫲🏾#WorkerRights pic.twitter.com/8UKZ21ZjcZ
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) April 6, 2026
The NewsGuild-CWA:
🚨ON STRIKE🚨
Unionized staff at ProPublica @propublicaguild walked off the job today.
Stand with workers: DO NOT cross the picket line.
That means no visiting ProPublica’s website, social media or engaging with its content today. pic.twitter.com/LG1GiOCs9F
— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) April 8, 2026
Theatrical Stage Employees:
President Matthew D. Loeb highlights how productions leaving the US is hurting the industry. pic.twitter.com/rOMYQEzBen
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) April 7, 2026
Transport Workers Union:
TWU Local 320 secures a 2-year contract extension for LA bikeshare workers! “The TWU is America’s largest bikeshare union for a reason, we deliver for bikeshare workers from NYC to LA and we’ll keep delivering as we head into the busy spring and summer season.” @TwuSamuelsen
— TWU (@transportworker) April 3, 2026
Transportation Trades Department:
We join our @MinetaTrans siblings in mourning the loss of the Honorable Rod Diridon, Sr. We extend our deepest condolences to all who knew him.
San José Diridon Station in Santa Clara County, CA carries on his name & honors his legacy of public service. https://t.co/RW1ji7WIGk https://t.co/08WTRcy64T
— TTD | America’s Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) April 8, 2026
UAW:
As their strike at Lorain County Jobs & Family Services enters its seventh week, we want to shout out our incredible UAW 2192 family united and still holding the line to win the contract they deserve 💪 pic.twitter.com/Erl6fffQqd
— UAW (@UAW) April 8, 2026
Union Veterans Council:
On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, the @unionveterans Council honors the 9 million Americans who served. To our union brothers & sisters who served during the Vietnam era: We thank you for your sacrifice and your strength. Welcome home. 🇺🇸✊ #VietnamWarVeteransDay pic.twitter.com/GbxU7wvDU2
— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) March 29, 2026
UNITE HERE:
Celebrating Arab Heritage Month!
Meet Jamal, UNITE HERE Local 26 member & Banquet Server @ Seaport Hotel Boston🗣️ “Three years ago, my co-workers & I voted to unionize because we knew that was the only way to fight for our rights & win the benefits we deserve…” 🧵(1/2) pic.twitter.com/pCMIt2OZjU
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) April 8, 2026
United Food and Commercial Workers:
Local 152 members at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional have ratified a NEW contract!
The 3 year contract includes wage increases, guaranteed yearly increases, & affordable quality health care, now with a much larger network of providers.https://t.co/JMEvOe4tCb pic.twitter.com/dGYyHsUzWe
— UFCW (@UFCW) April 3, 2026
United Steelworkers:
From the Twin Cities to Georgia, ICE enforcement has hit working-class communities hard. In the latest episode of Solidarity Works, 2 USW leaders share how they’ve responded, what tools are available to every local, & why this fight belongs to all of us: https://t.co/vpow8quTLT pic.twitter.com/yWHigi59li
— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) April 8, 2026
Writers Guild of America East:
Solidarity with @propublicaguild.org members on strike today. Don’t cross the digital picket line! 🚫
— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) April 8, 2026 at 10:39 AM