Women’s History Month Profiles: Natasha Scott Lawson
Women's History Month Profiles: Natasha Scott Lawson For Women's History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women's history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Natasha Scott Lawson of the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART). Natasha Scott Lawson is a dedicated advocate for equity and diversity in the trades, with 28 years of experience as a Local 19 sheet metal worker. As the founder and chair of Local 19’s women’s committee, Sisters in Solidarity, she works to support and uplift women in the industry. She also serves on the women’s committee for SMART. Above all, she is a devoted wife and mother. Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:39 Tags: Women's History MonthContinue reading→
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: WNBA Players Unanimously Vote Yes on New CBA
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: WNBA Players Unanimously Vote Yes on New CBA Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. WNBPA members voted unanimously to ratify their new collective bargaining agreement (CBA), securing transformative landmark provisions for women’s sports.The seven-year contract establishes a historic revenue-sharing model, immediately quadrupling the salary cap for the 2026 season. It will be reviewed annually based on league and team revenue growth. Other bargaining wins include increases to maximum and minimum salaries, an expanded regular season starting in 2027 and more.“Over these past months, this group showed exactly who they are, prepared, relentless, and united when it mattered most, with a clear understanding that their value drives this business and when players win, the league wins,” said WNBPA Executive Director Terri Carmichael Jackson. “This agreement delivers what players set out to do from the beginning, transforming the economics of this league. It marks a new era led by players who know their power and chose to use it.”“The players made huge gains with this historic contract, a testament to the excitement they deliver on the court and their courage and determination in fighting for women’s equality off it,” said AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler. “Everything we’ve ever won—every contract, organizing fight and strike—was won because we stuck together. America’s unions celebrate with our WNBPA sisters on this critical victory.” Kenneth Quinnell Thu, 03/26/2026 - 09:32Continue reading→
IAM Union Applauds Congress For Calling To Protect IAM-Built C-130J Military Aircraft
IAM International President Brian Bryant recently wrote a letter urging members of Congress to sign a bipartisan letter urging the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee to fund the C-130J Super Hercules program. As a result, a record number of members of Congress signed on to a letter in support of the C-130J program. The letter calls on the The post IAM Union Applauds Congress For Calling To Protect IAM-Built C-130J Military Aircraft appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→
IAM Union Applauds Record Number Of Bipartisan Members Of Congress For Strong Funding Request For F-35 Program
The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is applauding 126 bipartisan members of Congress who signed a letter urging the chairs and ranking members of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee to provide robust funding for the F-35 Lightning II and F135 engine programs in the Fiscal Year 2027 The post IAM Union Applauds Record Number Of Bipartisan Members Of Congress For Strong Funding Request For F-35 Program appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→
First Student Teamsters Authorize Strike
(WASHINGTON) – Teamsters school bus workers at First Student yards across the country voted by an 88 percent margin to authorize a strike should the company fail to negotiate a fair contract. With an expiration date of March 31, the National Master Agreement covers over 17,000 members represented by 96 Teamsters locals. “The Teamsters Union has been consistently raising the standards within the school bus industry for decades, and this contract will be no different,” said Matt Taibi, Director of the Teamsters Passenger Transportation Division. “These essential workers deserve nothing less than a contract that reflects the devotion and skill they put into their jobs every day. First Student is trying to cut costs by refusing to offer health care or retirement benefits to all of our members and we will not stand for it.” First Student is the largest private school bus company in the United States. The outstanding issues in negotiations include retirement security, health care, minimum standards for guaranteed hours, and paid time off. The Teamsters have been forced to file an unfair labor practice charge against First Student related to the negotiations. “This strike authorization goes to show we are willing to do what it takes to get the agreement we deserve,” said Jean Auguste, bus worker and member of Teamsters Local 251. “These are not difficult asks — we are fighting for a contract that provides basic benefits many bus workers across the country have. We don’t want to strike, but we will if the company doesn’t come to terms on a fair agreement.” Despite the parties having bargaining scheduled for March 30 and 31, First Student has effectively canceled those negotiations to pursue frivolous litigation. Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters. The post First Student Teamsters Authorize Strike appeared first on International Brotherhood of Teamsters.Continue reading→
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Workers in Florida Join Teamsters
(TAMPA, Fla.) – More than 25 workers at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits in Lakeland, Fla., have overwhelmingly voted to join Teamsters Local 79. The sanitation, inventory control, salvage, and day yard trailer jockeys organized for increased wages, improved benefits, and job protections.“Congratulations to these workers on becoming Teamsters,” said Jeff Padellaro, Director of the Teamsters Brewery, Bakery, and Soft Drink Conference. “They saw the Teamsters difference when their colleagues ratified their contract and knew they deserved the same. We look forward to supporting them as they negotiate a fair first contract.” “These workers know that through collective action comes a stronger voice,” said Brian A. Rothman, President of Local 79. “They were inspired by what the warehouse was able to gain and want the same respect for themselves. We are with them every step of the way as they negotiate a better future at the bargaining table.” These workers join their 270 warehouse colleagues at the Lakeland facility who joined Local 79 in December 2024 and ratified their first collective bargaining agreement in July 2025. “We saw what the folks in the warehouse were able to gain through Teamsters representation and wanted that for ourselves,” Curtis McCoy, a steward at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. "Joining the Teamsters gives us the power to fight for better wages and a better life for our families.” Teamsters Local 79 has been representing members and negotiating contracts in southwest Florida since 1936. Local 79 represents about 40 companies, at nearly 100 different locations. For more information go to teamsterslocal79.org. The post Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Workers in Florida Join Teamsters appeared first on International Brotherhood of Teamsters.Continue reading→
We Fight for Workers: In the States Roundup
We Fight for Workers: In the States Roundup It's time once again to take a look at the ways working people are making progress in the states. Click on any of the links to follow the state federations. California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO:In the streets and on the shop floor, in union halls and at the ballot box, working people are rising up. Join America’s unions @aflcio and working people across the country as we take back our power. Find a #NoKings event near you! pic.twitter.com/zmd3AK36ju— California Federation of Labor Unions (@CaliforniaLabor) March 25, 2026Florida AFL-CIO:Congratulations to Brother Brian Nathan for his remarkable victory in SD 14 and election to the Florida Senate! We applaud the hard working activists, campaigners, workers and more in Hillsborough County who labored to secure this big win! #UnionStrong💪https://t.co/Mj1UTxnHJy— Florida AFL-CIO (@FLAFLCIO) March 25, 2026Illinois AFL-CIO:IBEW 701's Women's Committee is hosting an open house for women interested in a career in the electrical trades!🗓️ Thursday, 3/26📍IBEW Local 701 Union Hall🕛 4PM-7PMRegister here: https://t.co/8n29165gIY #WomenInTrades #IBEW #UnionJobs #UnionStrong #1U pic.twitter.com/JlhcGxrkpQ— Illinois AFL-CIO (@ILAFLCIO) March 24, 2026Maine AFL-CIO:STRIKE ALERT! Members of Bath Marine Draftsmen's Association @uaw are on strike over low wages that, affordable insurance & retirement income security.Join BMDA members on Washington Street in Bath in front of BIW anytime after midnight until further notice. SOLIDARITY! pic.twitter.com/Gyu70s0Azr— Maine AFL-CIO (@MEAFLCIO) March 23, 2026Massachusetts AFL-CIO:Lobster tastes even better when it’s union cooked! @UNITEHERE26 https://t.co/MApqOTkSi1— Massachusetts AFL-CIO (@massaflcio) March 24, 2026Michigan State AFL-CIO:Matt Hall has been trying to play king for over a year. He thinks his will comes before the Michigan Constitution. We know better. Tell Matt Hall there are NO KINGS in Michigan: https://t.co/HLCYuDtE8X pic.twitter.com/6iT3sP75LT— Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ (@MIAFLCIO) March 25, 2026Minnesota AFL-CIO:As federal immigration agents descended on Minnesota in December 2025, the organizations central to the “Minnesota miracle” moved into action. https://t.co/VInFcmOxIK #BetterInAUnion— Minnesota AFL-CIO (@MNAFLCIO) March 24, 2026Missouri AFL-CIO:Missouri already has Voter ID. Needing a passport & paperwork to vote is absurd. The Senate should REJECT the “SAVE” scheme! https://t.co/Ibhnb4nQbW— Missouri AFL-CIO (@MOAFLCIO) March 24, 2026Nevada State AFL-CIO:Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada has information on affected employee's' rights when it comes to housing, car payments, and unemployment benefits during the partial government shutdown. pic.twitter.com/Zg14R8dvTS— Nevada State AFL-CIO // Pass the #PROAct (@NVAFLCIO) March 24, 2026New York State AFL-CIO:Congrats to @TheWNBPA on their historic contract! Statement from NYS AFL-CIO President Mario Cilento: https://t.co/4GOrbucqWz— NYS AFL-CIO // #UnionStrong (@NYSAFLCIO) March 24, 2026North Carolina State AFL-CIO:"We need an economic development strategy that works for everyone, not just corporations." Opinion: Stop giving free lunches to North Carolina tech manufacturer Corning by @BraxtonWinston via @CardinalAndPine: https://t.co/gS2q1NdrAA #1u— NC State AFL-CIO (@ncstateaflcio.bsky.social) (@NCStateAFLCIO) March 23, 2026Oregon Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO:We're honored to endorse these Oregon State Representatives and Senators for re-election. While in office, these state leaders went above and beyond for working Oregonians. pic.twitter.com/GW9NQAcoao— Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO (@OregonAFLCIO) March 24, 2026Pennsylvania AFL-CIO:Union contracts for 300,000 federal employees at the V.A. are being restored. A powerful win for workers and veterans!https://t.co/qUcV1YNWeH— PA AFL-CIO (@PaAFL_CIO) March 18, 2026Texas AFL-CIO:📢 ACTION ALERT: Tell @DanPatrick to cut the petty, partisan politics – put Sen. @TaylorRehmetTX on interim committees! Add your name to demand that workers in Tarrant County have a seat at the table! #txlege #SD9https://t.co/XBDQRKF0cW— Texas AFL-CIO (@TexasAFLCIO) March 23, 2026Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO:Sign up here for the free Spring South Sound Rising Organizing School➡️ https://t.co/0ffmmM4CWF https://t.co/3pmz4Eu55V— Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO (@WAAFLCIO) March 24, 2026Wisconsin State AFL-CIO:Early in-person absentee voting begins today for Wisconsin's April 7 Spring Election.What's your plan to vote?— WI AFL-CIO (@wisaflcio) March 24, 2026 Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:14Continue reading→
This Country Was Built By Unions, Not Kids: What Working People Are Doing This Week
This Country Was Built By Unions, Not Kids: 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:Join us for Equity 101, a Zoom class that to deepen your understanding of what being a union member is all about. Save the date: Monday, March 30 at 7 p.m. ET. / 6 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. MT / 4 p.m. PT. RSVP the portal - https://bit.ly/4bJq0tp[image or embed]— Actors' Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) March 25, 2026 at 12:05 PMAFGE:Paying employees for their work is not a partisan issue. Congress needs to stop playing games with people's livelihoods and do their jobs! https://t.co/RoUhEc1knc— AFGE (@AFGENational) March 25, 2026AFSCME:Workers at Connecticut’s Mystic Seaport Museum want a voice in the institution’s future. They’re fighting to form a union through @AFSCMECT4 — another victory for our union’s Cultural Workers United campaign https://t.co/gMj2Ydok8i— AFSCME (@AFSCME) March 24, 2026Alliance for Retired Americans:📣 The wealthiest Americans have stopped paying into Social Security for the rest of the year, but it's never too late to tell Congress to #ScrapTheCap. Sign our petition at the 🔗 in the comments!— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) March 25, 2026Amalgamated Transit Union:The Transit Workforce Center, the FTA’s national technical assistance center for transit workforce development, helps us achieve our most important goal – to ensure safe, affordable, and efficient public transit for millions of Americans who rely on our service. This bill, which…— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) March 25, 2026American Federation of Musicians:News of the CBS Radio shutdown and mass layoffs is a devastating blow to colleagues in the media. These aren't just "positions" being eliminated-these are distinguished professionals who have served the public for years with bravery and grit.The AFM sends support to the Writers… pic.twitter.com/zYru24Yjue— AFM (@The_AFM) March 21, 2026American Federation of Teachers:This country was built by working people, not by kings. Across the country, union members are standing up for our communities, our rights and our future. On March 28, we’ll come together in peaceful action to make that clear. Find a #NoKings event near you: go.aft.org/nokings[image or embed]— AFT ❌👑 (@aft.org) March 24, 2026 at 4:18 PMAmerican Postal Workers Union:The APWU encourages members to attend local actions on Sat. March 28 to show greedy billionaires that the power belongs to the people. Stand with us and show your support for the public Postal Service and declare that vote-by-mail is safe and reliable. Find an event near you at… pic.twitter.com/d9P9fwKDto— The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) March 25, 2026Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:Our hearts are with the crew and passengers of Jazz Air Canada Flight 8646 and their friends and family. We are offering love and support to our union siblings @ALPAPilots and @cupenat.AFA EAP is available to any crew or family in need 800-424-2406 pic.twitter.com/hCkZgpibOK— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) March 23, 2026Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:TY to @AFLCIO Pres @LizShuler for this letter to private equity co Apollo Global re: workers’ rights violations at their portfolio co's. BCTGM has disputes at several Apollo-owned Maker’s Pride facilities, including the one in London, Ky. READ MORE👉 https://t.co/YWUewkqv2N 📷 pic.twitter.com/00eUfWIoXi— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) March 20, 2026Boilermakers:The #boilermakers and Union Sportsmen's Alliance are hosting the second annual Central Illinois Sporting Clays Shoot. For more information and event registration visit: https://t.co/gZFGl55kn0 pic.twitter.com/meRzks8wZ5— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) March 24, 2026Bricklayers:BAC Local 3 NY Rochester Training Center hosted the ACE mentoring program to give students a hands-on opportunity to learn about Brick, Block, PCC & Plastering. Huge thanks to our instructors & apprentices for passing down the trade! 💪#UnionStrong #SkilledTrades #Masonry pic.twitter.com/jyBJNXldjq— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) March 24, 2026Communications Workers of America:Eid Mubarak from CWA! pic.twitter.com/WRDRV9ii8Y— CWA (@CWAUnion) March 20, 2026Department for Professional Employees:More professionals won their unions in February, including: 🤝 Nonprofit employees at Womanhaven in California who organized with @opeiu.org. (1/4)[image or embed]— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) March 25, 2026 at 12:04 PMElectrical Workers:Congratulations to #IBEW Local 915 member Brian Nathan on his election to the Florida State Senate. When union members run for office, working families win. https://t.co/GO40y3Qc4L— IBEW (@IBEW) March 25, 2026Fire Fighters:🔥👉 Join the two-day #IAFF Fire Ground Survival & #FireFighter Rescue course at Strive for Excellence in Las Vegas, beginning Sunday. ✅ Mayday response✅ Self-survival strategies Rescue techniques📅 March 29 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.📅 April 1 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. @LOCAL_718 pic.twitter.com/U7MLSxoIHR— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) March 25, 2026International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:For SMART members, solidarity means action. And on March 13 in Detroit, it meant taking on harsh conditions to make life better for area kids: Local 80 volunteers helped clean up a local park ahead of the annual Detroit St. Patrick’s Day Parade.https://t.co/TeHL6FxSzE— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) March 25, 2026International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:Senator Markey understands that clean energy production and good union jobs can go hand in handhttps://t.co/aWgGXjNOAG— IFPTE (@IFPTE) March 24, 2026International Union of Police Associations:Bunnell Police Officers Association, I.U.P.A. Local #6068 President Adrian Zapata was recognized with two Lifesaving Awards for decisive actions during two separate emergencies. https://t.co/gooMBHtCmh— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) March 25, 2026Jobs 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/VLNw37IMAvFor more updates + info follow us on IG & Bluesky. pic.twitter.com/1pT5mjp9Jp— Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) March 17, 2026Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:Nuestro voto es nuestro derecho.La Ley SAVE America ahora está en el Senado. Si se aprueba, podría agregar nuevos costos y barreras para millones de votantes, especialmente para quienes no tienen fácil acceso a documentos como el pasaporte o acta de nacimiento. pic.twitter.com/mfSH8VoZAU— LCLAA (@LCLAA) March 20, 2026Laborers:115 years ago, bosses locked the doors. 146 workers, mostly immigrant women, never made it out. That fire changed everything and it's why we fight like hell for #SafeJobs today! #NeverForget #LaborHistory #WorkersRights pic.twitter.com/MroFLOWd9K— LIUNA (@LIUNA) March 25, 2026Machinists:Students from Aviation High School spent the week at the William W. Winpisinger Training Center, getting a firsthand look at the skills, training, and dedication that keep the industry moving.Before heading to the airport for their flight back to New York, the group stopped by… pic.twitter.com/OVDF6Kcl8G— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) March 25, 2026Major League Baseball Players Association:Baseball is back! As the first game of the 2026 gets underway tonight, we pause to reflect on the hard work, dedication and sacrifice it takes to make your dreams a reality. Congratulations to everyone putting on a uniform this season -- we can't wait to watch you get to work. pic.twitter.com/RybHwwSrTe— MLBPA (@MLBPA) March 25, 2026Major League Soccer Players Association:Raising the standard in their league and beyond 👏 @TheWNBPA pic.twitter.com/H6Tn2aq2ry— MLSPA (@MLSPA) March 19, 2026Maritime Trades Department:Maritime Labor Leaders Push Back on 60-Day Jones Act Waiverhttps://t.co/EFWT0vUIZ7— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) March 18, 2026Musical Artists:Highlights from AGMA’s New Two-Year Agreement with New Orleans Opera: www.musicalartists.org/agma-ratifie...[image or embed]— American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) (@weareagma.bsky.social) March 23, 2026 at 12:42 PMNational Air Traffic Controllers Association:NATCA is deeply saddened by the tragic accident at LaGuardia Airport between an Air Canda Jazz CRJ-900 and an emergency vehicle on the ground. Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected during this incredibly difficult time. https://t.co/juRtOZ3BWn— NATCA (@NATCA) March 23, 2026National Association of Letter Carriers:Congratulations to one of our recipients of the Honorable Act Award, Alexander Skomra from Buffalo-Western New York Branch 3!Brother Skomra was in the right place at the right time. "The fact that I was able to be there, I'm very grateful for it."More about Alexander's… pic.twitter.com/l5ylbMNuet— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) March 25, 2026National Day Laborer Organizing Network:Day laborers in LA gathered at the #PeaceDepot for health & safety training + PPE distribution. We’re calling on Home Depot to denounce human rights violations, prevent and provide transparency on harmful enforcement on their property https://t.co/FhZWKk7Xf0#ICEOut— NDLON (@NDLON) March 19, 2026National Hockey League Players’ Association:LB + 🕹️ right to unlock this Adrian Kempe Player Q&A 👇 pic.twitter.com/0wLMefpHba— NHLPA (@NHLPA) March 24, 2026National Nurses United:NNU is excited to endorse @walaformaryland in MD-05! Wala is a true progressive who has dedicated her life to serving her community and standing up to monied interests. Nurses are proud to support Wala and can’t wait to work with her in Congress to advance people over profits! pic.twitter.com/9qtS2LmetS— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) March 25, 2026NFL Players Association:Putting this one in the archives ✍️ @patmcafeeshow https://t.co/uFuBuC7ORb pic.twitter.com/LOVoAOr5xl— NFLPA (@NFLPA) March 24, 2026North America's Building Trades Unions:📢FREE webinar alert@RowanUniversity will host a series of webinars designed for Building Trades members looking to build skills in construction project management. Sign up below👇🔗https://t.co/OipX8SeiiG pic.twitter.com/hgElT5tVhK— The Building Trades (@NABTU) March 24, 2026Painters and Allied Trades:Mahalo to District Council 50 for the warm welcome! General President Jimmy Williams Jr., General Secretary Treasurer Gregg Smith, and General Vice President Mike Gutierrez visited Hawai’i for the Building Union Power campaign!They met with staff, officers, delegates, and… pic.twitter.com/bS8T9XmnFZ— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) March 25, 2026Plasterers and Cement Masons:Professional Hockey Players’ Association:A great afternoon in Belleville with Jamieson Rees, Oskar Pettersson and Keean Washkurak for our Grow With The Pros program. Great to see them giving back. 👏 pic.twitter.com/Gb1CHdftus— PHPA (@thephpa) March 23, 2026Professional Aviation Safety Specialists:PASS sends its condolences to the families and loved ones of the Jazz Aviation pilots killed in the crash @LGAairport last night. We join our @ALPAPilots union siblings in mourning the loss of these aviation professionals. PASS stands ready to assist in any way needed. pic.twitter.com/reoTqUnPI5— PASS (@PASSNational) March 23, 2026Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:Women members make RWDSU stronger every day. Your stories, leadership, and courage move this union forward.#MemberVoices #WomenInUnions #UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/5hxaLky1Kn— RWDSU (@RWDSU) March 25, 2026Roofers and Waterproofers:We have huge news!Announcing the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Scholarship Program.A $6,000 scholarship will be awarded to three individuals. Apply at https://t.co/0f2dVulBRM#scholarshiphttps://t.co/woLFgNkir1— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) March 18, 2026SAG-AFTRA:Celebrating the life of Valerie Perrine, a #SagAftraMember since 1972. Perrine left an impact on film & TV with her bold & distinctive performances, such as her Academy Award-nominated role in 'Lenny,' 'Superman' & more. Our condolences to her loved ones. https://t.co/TylHlS2UR2— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) March 25, 2026Service Employees International Union:The wealth gap in this country means that while some invest in real estate, others are one payment away from losing their home.This is why we join together in our union — because it doesn't have to be this way. https://t.co/tXFzLCCh8c— SEIU (@SEIU) March 25, 2026Solidarity Center:When women labor leaders like Kgomotso join forums like #CSW70, they bridge the gap between workers & global decision-making bodies. With a union, they can have a seat at the table & use their voices to shape policies that impact their work, their families & their communities. pic.twitter.com/X83J70G2cH— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) March 24, 2026The NewsGuild-CWA:NEW: 92% of unionized staff @propublica voted to authorize a strike if management does not agree to a fair contract that includes guardrails around the use of AI.You can stand with @propublicaguild by donating to their strike fund! ✊https://t.co/DSlIOL0ahH pic.twitter.com/CB4ELWkM2K— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) March 20, 2026Theatrical Stage Employees:Meet today’s #WomensHistoryMonth member spotlight, Ashley Swanson. A proud 10-year Local 44 member, Ashley made history as its first woman Secretary-Treasurer and continues to champion her IA Kin and the labor movement. Ashley, you make us proud! pic.twitter.com/5PeYm7nXeJ— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) March 25, 2026Transport Workers Union:"The TWU mourns the loss of @ALPAPilots crewmembers onboard Jazz Aviation Flight 8646. We are thinking of the first responders, passengers, and families of everyone affected by the crash at LaGuardia." @TwuSamuelsen— TWU (@transportworker) March 23, 2026Transportation Trades Department:TSA officers are approaching 40 days without a paycheck while Americans wait in airport security lines that overflow into parking lots. Transportation labor calls on lawmakers to resolve this issue & pay these essential workers now. Our statement: pic.twitter.com/qkTTsn98hq— TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) March 24, 2026UAW:We are UAW Local 3999. We are marine draftsmen at Bath Iron Works out of Bath, Maine. And we are ON STRIKE!This multinational corporation refused to listen to us at the bargaining table — so we're MAKING our voices heard on the picket line. This is about lifting up our… pic.twitter.com/uBfECR3NM2— UAW (@UAW) March 24, 2026UNITE HERE:Largest Hospitality Union Demands Pay for TSA Workers, End to Disruptive ICE Presence in Airports NationwideA statement from UNITE HERE President @GwenMillsUH:https://t.co/hn4qCXuvQ9— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) March 23, 2026United Food and Commercial Workers:Workers at the Build-A-Bear Workshop in St. Louis, Missouri, have unanimously voted to join Local 655! With over 600 locations, this unit is now the first Build-A-Bear Workshop in the country to unionize. Let’s get to work!https://t.co/jEzPWY8qRb pic.twitter.com/Gi9Iwz6QdM— UFCW (@UFCW) March 24, 2026United Steelworkers:Former International President Dave McCall joins us from the Basic Steel Industry Conference to tell us about the work delegates from our steel locals are doing to prepare for bargaining this summer as we fight to secure the long-term future of the industry. pic.twitter.com/rKJxL3C0cU— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) March 25, 2026Writers Guild of America East:Today is Bari Weiss’s birthday. Our members at CBS News 24/7 have one wish: a strong contract with fair wages and job protections. Send a letter to management demanding a fair contract now! wgaea.st/cbs247-letter[image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) March 25, 2026 at 12:47 PM Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:14Continue reading→
Women’s History Month Profiles: Laurie Harris
Women's History Month Profiles: Laurie Harris For Women's History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women's history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Laurie Harris of the Bricklayers (BAC). “After joining BAC in 1987 and becoming the first female certified instructor with the International Masonry Institute, I spent 29 years in the field as a bricklayer, PCC, and foreperson,” Laurie Harris said. “Throughout my career, I’ve been a passionate advocate for tradeswomen, mentoring the next generation through Tradeswomen Build Nations and the BAC [Sisters] RISE group. Now happily retired, I am incredibly proud to see my ‘sisters’ leading our industry as instructors, organizers, and union officers.” Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:07 Tags: Women's History MonthContinue reading→
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Kaiser Health Care Professionals Ratify New Contracts, Winning Vital Patient Safety Protections
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Kaiser Health Care Professionals Ratify New Contracts, Winning Vital Patient Safety Protections Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. Health care professionals, members of United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals (UNAC/UHCP, AFSCME), voted to ratify new contracts with Kaiser Permanente, winning critical protections that will directly improve patient care.Approved by an overwhelming majority, the contracts are effective upon ratification and will expire on Sept. 30, 2029.“This agreement reflects everything our members stood up and stood together for: safe staffing, improved access, and respect for the professionals who provide critical care every day,” said UNAC/UHCP President Charmaine Morales, RN. “This fight was always about our patients and the public good, and we’ve made meaningful progress to ensure caregivers have the time and resources necessary to deliver safe, high-quality care.”When caregivers have a voice, patients are better off. Because of UNAC/UHCP, Kaiser patients will benefit from more time, better access, stronger communication and higher quality care.The union also won the largest wage increases UNAC/UHCP has ever achieved. Many of the gains—such as enforcement of safe RN staffing ratios already in the contract—come after years of work on prior contracts and between contracts, including job actions, staffing objection forms, petitions and informational pickets“This is an important step forward, but the work doesn’t stop here,” said Peter Sidhu, RN, executive vice president of UNAC/UHCP. “We’ll be vigilant—documenting ratio violations, escalating unsafe staffing gaps, and using every tool our new contracts provide to protect our patients.” Kenneth Quinnell Wed, 03/25/2026 - 10:02 Tags: OrganizingContinue reading→
Minnesota Teamsters Win Strike at AMPI Dairy
(PAYNESVILLE, Minn.) – Members of Teamsters Local 471 at AMPI Dairy in Paynesville, Minn., have overwhelmingly ratified a strong first contract after being forced to strike over fair wages, benefits, and job protections. "AMPI workers stood strong to win this strike and ratify their first contract. They secured significant wage increases and language that protects standards if the company is sold or changes ownership, as well as the ability to move into a Teamsters health insurance plan which will significantly reduce costs to members,” said Lyndon Johnson, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 471. “The employer had pushed these workers around for far too long, and they had enough. They will now have a voice in the workplace backed by the strongest union in the world.” The three-year agreement includes a 14 percent wage increase over the life of the contract, retroactive pay going back to March 2025 when the bargaining unit was certified, coverage under Teamsters health care, and strong successorship language ensuring that workers’ jobs and union rights are protected if the facility is sold or ownership changes. “After years without protections or a voice on the job, this contract changes everything,” said Heidi Barg, an 18‑year lab technician at AMPI Dairy. "With fair pay, health care, and strong job protections, we finally have the security to plan for our future. We stood together, didn’t back down, and won big.” Teamsters Local 471 represents workers across Minnesota across industries, including dairy processing, warehousing, and distribution. For more information, go to local471.com. ### The post Minnesota Teamsters Win Strike at AMPI Dairy appeared first on International Brotherhood of Teamsters.Continue reading→
UAW Condemns Violent Attack on Tornel Rubber Workers in Mexico, Urges Immediate USMCA Action
The UAW today condemned the shooting of striking workers at the Tornel Rubber Company in Tultitlán, Mexico, calling it a grave attack on fundamental labor and human rights and urging swift action by Mexican authorities and USMCA partners. The post UAW Condemns Violent Attack on Tornel Rubber Workers in Mexico, Urges Immediate USMCA Action appeared first on UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America.Continue reading→
Unions Launch U.S. Virgin Islands Area Labor Federation to Strengthen Workers’ Voice Across Territory
ST. THOMAS, U.S. Virgin Islands, March 24, 2026 – At a pivotal moment for working people in the U.S. Virgin Islands, labor unions representing employees employed throughout the U.S. Virgin Islands have come together to launch the U.S. Virgin Islands Area Labor Federation (ALF) — a unified coalition aimed at mobilizing workers, building broad alliances The post Unions Launch U.S. Virgin Islands Area Labor Federation to Strengthen Workers’ Voice Across Territory appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→
UPS Admits Driver Buyouts Violate Teamsters Contract in Central Region
(WASHINGTON) – United Parcel Service (UPS) notified the International Brotherhood of Teamsters on Tuesday that it was withdrawing its latest driver buyout scheme in Central Region states after nearly 37 local unions filed grievances against the parcel giant for shamelessly violating the UPS Teamsters contract. This action will greatly undermine the company’s illegal pursuit of buyouts in other regions under the National Master Agreement. The Teamsters Central Region encompasses 13 states from Nebraska to Ohio and is home to more than 68,000 rank-and-file Teamsters working at UPS. The latest buyout, which the company calls the Driver Choice Program (DCP), had asked drivers to accept a one-time lump sum payment in exchange for legally committing to never work for UPS again, to waive their rights to union representation, and to sacrifice a career’s worth of strong union wages, employer-paid health care, and guaranteed retirement benefits. “By pulling out of more than a dozen states, UPS has conceded that its buyout programs are illegal. They are scams designed to fuel corporate greed. These programs violate the Teamsters contract and UPS knows it,” said Teamsters General President Sean M. O’Brien. “The Teamsters strongly urge UPS to take the next right step and dismantle its Driver Choice Program across the country. If UPS fails to do right by the men and women who deliver its packages and generate its billions in profit, the Teamsters will pursue our grievances nationwide and defeat UPS in arbitration. We are prepared to do whatever it takes to protect our members’ rights.” In court filings earlier this year on the illegality of the DCP, the Teamsters detailed at least six violations of its National Master Agreement by UPS in the rollout of the buyout program, including direct dealing of new contracts with workers, elimination of union jobs when UPS contractually agreed to establish more positions, and erosion of the rights and privileges of union shop stewards. These violations have been cited in grievances against UPS filed by rank-and-file Teamsters since the DCP was rolled out last month. The union has also pointed to contract language in the UPS Teamsters Central Region Supplement — one of 44 regional supplements to the UPS Teamsters National Master Agreement — that restricts UPS from directly offering incentive programs that are not voted on and approved by employees and the union. Until this week, the DCP was being directly offered to all drivers at UPS regardless of length of service and outside of negotiations with the union, irreparably damaging the Teamsters’ right to representation. The letter of separation that workers would be forced to sign by management to complete enrollment in the program would be irrevocable, further damaging the union or any individual worker’s ability to grieve or arbitrate the terms of separation. The scope of UPS’s latest buyout scheme is much broader than the payoff presented to workers last summer, when UPS marketed payouts to more tenured drivers nearing retirement. The earlier program, which UPS called the Driver Voluntary Separation Program (DVSP), was widely rejected by Teamsters nationwide, many of whom took to social media to shred and set fire to the insulting financial package offered by UPS to leave the company. While recent payoffs dangled in front of workers have been larger, the DVSP and DCP programs are unmistakably similar. Grievances over contract violations inherent in the DVSP program are expected to be heard before an arbitrator in May. “UPS’s actions to walk away from its own buyout program is an admission of guilt, plain and simple,” said Teamsters General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman. “UPS wants to offload as many well-paid drivers as possible to boost its corporate earnings. The executives currently running UPS have no regard for the health, well-being, or future financial security of their workforce. The Teamsters are here not just fighting UPS to do the right thing but fighting for a better quality of life for the hardworking people who move America.” UPS CEO Carol Tomé was paid at least $23 million in 2025, outearning average UPS employees by a pay ratio of 345-to-1. While UPS Teamsters have been offered insulting payoffs to walk away from the company twice in the last year, UPS awarded $38 million bonuses to senior managers in May to stay with the company, reporting at the time that awards of up to $1 million each were necessary to “retain and motivate [UPS’s] management team during a critical transition time.” Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters. The post UPS Admits Driver Buyouts Violate Teamsters Contract in Central Region appeared first on International Brotherhood of Teamsters.Continue reading→
Smurfit Westrock Teamsters Launch ULP Strike in Massachusetts
(WAKEFIELD, Mass.) – Teamsters at Smurfit Westrock in Wakefield, Mass., launched an unfair labor practice (ULP) strike after the company failed to negotiate a new agreement in a timely manner. The 60 members of Teamsters Local 3 are demanding fair wages, affordable health care, and no cuts to retirement contributions. The current contract expired March 23. “Smurfit Westrock is the worst kind of corporate bully, spending millions of dollars for executive compensation and golden-parachute buyouts but nothing for the workers who built and maintain this company,” said Steve Sullivan, President of Local 3. “Teamsters will not back down in this fight and will remain on the picket line 24/7 until this greedy employer comes to their senses.” Teamsters produce pizza boxes for national brands like Dominos and Papa Johns. Smurfit Westrock is one of the world’s largest paper packaging companies, raking in $21.1 billion in revenue last year alone. “I’ve been at this company for decades and the more money they make, the more they take from us,” said Pedro Ramos, a 35-year worker at Smurfit Westrock. “This company doesn’t respect workers. We are demanding that management return to the bargaining table and get serious about negotiating a fair contract.” Teamsters Local 3 represents 400 printing and packaging workers in the greater Boston area. The post Smurfit Westrock Teamsters Launch ULP Strike in Massachusetts appeared first on International Brotherhood of Teamsters.Continue reading→
Minnesota IAM Union Members Unite to Advocate for Workers Statewide
IAM Union members from across Minnesota recently gathered at IAM District 77 for the Minnesota State Council — a three-day meeting that focused on issues that matter the most to working families. WATCH: Minnesota IAM Members Unite to Advocate for Workers Statewide The meeting opened with remarks from IAM International President Bryan Bryant, followed by The post Minnesota IAM Union Members Unite to Advocate for Workers Statewide appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→
Woodward MPC UAW Workers Outside Chicago Demand Respect and a Fair Contract
In a new video, Woodward MPC workers speak out as part of their fight for a fair contract after months of stalling from the employer. The video is available for the media and public to VIEW HERE. “Our work keeps planes in the air, maintains our nation’s defenses, and keeps Woodward making billions,” the workers share. […] The post Woodward MPC UAW Workers Outside Chicago Demand Respect and a Fair Contract appeared first on UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America.Continue reading→
Foundational Skills Program Prepares New IAM Union Staff to Build Member Power
At the IAM’s Winpisinger Center, new staff representatives are developing the foundational skills needed to effectively serve members through the union’s Foundational Skills program. The training focuses on core responsibilities like contract enforcement, member representation, legal issues, local administration, and modern communication—equipping a new generation of IAM leaders with the tools to succeed in the The post Foundational Skills Program Prepares New IAM Union Staff to Build Member Power appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→
IAM Union District 776 Members Join Together to Support Unhoused Fort Worth Community
Even with contract negotiations looming for many members of IAM District 776, it will never mean they don’t have time to be a team for good in their community. Recently, those same members came together to provide vital food and other resources to those less fortunate – even drawing support from District 776 member and The post IAM Union District 776 Members Join Together to Support Unhoused Fort Worth Community appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→
Women’s History Month Profiles: Alexandria Smith
Women's History Month Profiles: Alexandria Smith For Women's History Month, we're taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently active making women's history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today's profile is Alexandria Smith of the Heat and Frost Insulators (HFIU). Alexandria Smith has shown remarkable dedication and has made an impact on Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 90. Her commitment to her craft, her steady leadership and the pride she brings to the trade have strengthened the local’s membership in meaningful ways. Her accomplishments reflect both her talents and her heart. Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 03/24/2026 - 10:19 Tags: Women's History MonthContinue reading→
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: New Jersey Health Care Workers Vote to Join HPAE
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: New Jersey Health Care Workers Vote to Join HPAE Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story. New Jersey health care workers at Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice and Inspira Health have both voted to join the Health Professionals and Allied Employees (HPAE), an affiliate of the AFT.In two separate National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) elections, registered nurse case managers at Inspira Health medical centers and registered nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers and other staff at Samaritan both won their votes to form unions.“These elections show tremendous solidarity and commitment,” HPAE President Debbie White said. “We congratulate them on the wins! Unions give workers a voice, and when healthcare workers have a greater voice in their workplace, patients always benefit.” Kenneth Quinnell Tue, 03/24/2026 - 10:13 Tags: OrganizingContinue reading→