National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Joseph Obed
National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Joseph Obed
Throughout National Native American Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Native Americans have made to the labor movement and toward expanding the rights of working people. Today’s profile features Joseph Obed of the Heat and Frost Insulators (HFIU).
Joseph Obed, one of the newest insulators to Local 137, completed his first turnaround at the liquefied natural gas plant in Kitimat, British Columbia. Obed recently finished pre-employment training and brought his dedication and hard work to the job, showcasing his skills and commitment to his trade.
Kenneth Quinnell
Tue, 11/26/2024 – 16:42
Teamsters at Breakthru Beverage in Commerce Ratify Contract
(COMMERCE, Calif.) — After going on strike for less than 24 hours on Monday at Breakthru Beverage, drivers at the company’s Commerce facility have overwhelmingly ratified their first contract as members of Teamsters Local 166. “This isn’t just a first contract for this facility — it’s the first Teamsters contract at this company in the […]
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IAFF.org now available in French
The IAFF has launched a French-language version of IAFF.org, ensuring Canadian members have access to essential resources and updates in their preferred language.
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Atlanta Amazon Drivers Join Teamsters Union
(ATLANTA) – Amazon drivers at the company’s DGT8 facility in Atlanta have formed a union with the Teamsters and demanded union recognition with a “March on the Boss” held early this morning. The Atlanta drivers are building on what is a massive organizing wave within Amazon, joining hundreds of drivers from Illinois, New York, and […]
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Supporting men’s health in the fire service for Movember
This November, fire fighters across Canada and the U.S. are growing mustaches to support Movember, a global initiative focused on men’s health and well-being.
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(TACOMA, Wash.) – After joining Teamsters Local 313, agroup of 56 Drain-Pro technicians, drivers, mechanics, clerical workers, and support staffers in Puyallup, Wash., has votedoverwhelmingly to ratify their first contract. “We wanted to unionize because we have seen the benefits other workers have gotten through Teamsters representation,” said Matt Richardson, a Drain-Pro worker. “We are already reaping the rewards …
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IAM Union Members at IKEA Perryville Continue Strike as Federal Mediation Fails to Yield Progress
Approximately 320 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local I460, District 4, working at the IKEA Distribution Center in Perryville, Maryland, remain on strike for a fair contract after overwhelmingly rejecting the company’s latest proposal on Nov. 14, 2024. Despite engaging in federal mediation sessions on Nov. 21 and 22,
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IAM Wishes Tony Wirth Well in Retirement, Welcomes William ‘Benji’ Sullivan as Aerospace Chief of Staff
After 20 years with the IAM, Aerospace Chief of Staff Tony Wirth will retire at the end of this year. William “Benji” Sullivan will step into the role on Jan. 1, 2025. Wirth joined the IAM in 2003 as a Niceville, Fla., Local 20 member at Eglin Air Force Base, where he served as the
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Send Postal Workers a holiday message during the 2024 Peak Season!
The USPS is one of the most cherished institutions in our nation, and postal workers are the essential workers that keep our mail moving. While most of us are ready to shop for the perfect gifts after spending a warm holiday with our families, they are working countless hours of overtime in difficult, even dangerous conditions to make sure we get our holiday mail.
To recognize this Peak Season, the busiest time of the year for letter and package processing, we invite you to take some time to honor postal workers and send them words of encouragement this holiday season.
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To recognize this Peak Season, the busiest time of the year for letter and package processing, we invite you to take some time to honor postal workers and send them words of encouragement this holiday season.
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National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Marty Bowman
National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Marty Bowman
Throughout National Native American Heritage Month, the AFL-CIO will be profiling leaders and activists to spotlight the diverse contributions Native Americans have made to the labor movement and toward expanding the rights of working people. Today’s profile features Marty Bowman of the Communications Workers of America (CWA).
Marty Bowman has been an IR technician at Frontier Communications for 32 years. He serves as a union steward for CWA Local 7019, representing members on the Navajo Nation reservation in northern and eastern Arizona. He actively mobilizes his group to ensure safe working conditions and effective representation. He strongly believes in community involvement, especially for youth. He participates in cultural events such as powwow dance circuits and facilitates Yeibichai services with his family. A dedicated family man and union activist, Bowman strives to keep his Native culture vibrant among the youth on the reservation.
Kenneth Quinnell
Mon, 11/25/2024 – 14:31