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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 - 14:31Continue reading→

U.S. Notice of Nominations and Elections for IAM Grand Lodge Elections

OFFICIAL NOTICE • NOVEMBER 25, 2024 To download a PDF version, click here. Para solicitar este documento en español, comuníquese con el Departamento de Servicios de Membresía de la IAM al 301-967-4525. NOTICE OF NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL OFFICERS International President, General Secretary-Treasurer, 6 General Vice Presidents, 3 Delegates to the A.F.L.-C.I.O., and 5 The post U.S. Notice of Nominations and Elections for IAM Grand Lodge Elections appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

Canadian Notice of Nominations and Elections for IAM Grand Lodge Elections

OFFICIAL NOTICE • NOVEMBER 25, 2024 Para solicitar este documento en español, comuníquese con el Departamento de Servicios de Membresía de la IAM al 301-967-4525. NOTICE OF NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL OFFICERS International President, General Secretary-Treasurer, 1 Canadian General Vice President, 1 Delegate to the C.L.C., and 5 Members of the Committee on Law The post Canadian Notice of Nominations and Elections for IAM Grand Lodge Elections appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

November 25th is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, also known as “Ending Violence Against Women’s Day,” is observed globally on November 25 every year. On November 25, 1960, the Mirabal sisters in the Dominican Republic were brutally assassinated because of their identity as women and activists because they fought for their rights against the The post November 25th is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

2022-3-30 Residual Vacancy MOU Q&As

 United States Postal Service And The American Postal Workers Union, AFL·CIO MOU Re: Residual Vacancies - Clerk Craft Clerk Craft Questions & Answers The parties have jointly agreed to the following Questions & Answers (Q&As) as clarification and guidance on issues related to the MOU Re: Residual Vacancies - Clerk Craft. These Q&As are not intended to alter or change in any way the terms of the 2021 National Agreement or subject MOU. This Q&A replaces the previous Q&A signed by the parties on 4/8/20 MOU Re: Residual Vacancies - Clerk Craft. In the 4/8/20 Q&As, the parties agreed to reset the 1 in for and 1 in 6 transfer ratios effective June 1, 2020, which was carried over for application of the MOU Re: Residual Vacancies-Clerk Craft in the 2021-2024 National Agreement. Further, the ratio will be applied on a continuous basis.    2022-03-30 Residual Vacancy MOU Q&AsWednesday, March 30, 2022No25913 Filling Residual Vacancies https://d1ocufyfjsc14h.cloudfront.net/sites/default/files/2022-03-30_residual_vacancy_mou_qas__0.pdf Craft:  Clerk Document Type:  Memorandum of Understanding0Continue reading→

Meet the 2024 IAM Photo Contest Winners and Order Your 2025 IAM Calendar Today

The winners of the 2024 IAM Photo Contest have been named and the 2025 Calendar, featuring the winning photos, is now available for order. To order the 2025 IAM Calendar, use the online order form to purchase calendars individually or in bulk. The printable version of the individual and bulk order forms can be used to send your order by mail.  Calendars The post Meet the 2024 IAM Photo Contest Winners and Order Your 2025 IAM Calendar Today appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

SAVE THE DATE: LCLAA’s 25th National Convention

The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) 25th National Convention will be held in Atlanta, Georgia from July 30 – August 3, 2025. Join us as we work to strengthen communities, advocate for workers’ rights, and uplift Latino voices. Stay tuned for more details about this important event—you won’t want to miss it! Stay The post SAVE THE DATE: LCLAA’s 25th National Convention appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

SAVE THE DATE: APALA’s 18th Biennial Convention

Mark your calendars for the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance (APALA) 18th Biennial Convention! When: June 26 – 29, 2025 Where: Los Angeles, California The Convention offers a platform for workers, community activists, and allies to engage in lively discussions and develop skills to empower workers. More information coming soon: https://www.apalanet.org/ The post SAVE THE DATE: APALA’s 18th Biennial Convention appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

SAVE THE DATE: 54th CBTU Convention

Make a note on your calendar and SAVE THE DATE for the 54th Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) Convention! Join us for an impactful gathering filled with important discussions, networking opportunities, and a celebration of our collective achievements. When: May 20 – 26, 2025 Where: Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace, Orlando, Florida Details will The post SAVE THE DATE: 54th CBTU Convention appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

IAM Organizing Department Win at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

RICHMOND, VA, Nov. 21, 2024— Approximately 68 Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden (LGBG) workers have overwhelmingly voted to join the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). LGBG workers help enrich the community by maintaining and growing the living collections through horticultural expertise, hosting concerts, seasonal events, and educational children’s activities. “LGBG employees are a The post IAM Organizing Department Win at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→

UAW Calls on Michigan Legislature to Deliver for Working Class People in Lame Duck Session

The United Auto Workers issued the following statement today calling on the Michigan legislature to deliver for working class people in the upcoming lame duck session. The post UAW Calls on Michigan Legislature to Deliver for Working Class People in Lame Duck Session appeared first on UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America.Continue reading→

National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Alexander “Alex” Osif

National Native American Heritage Month Profiles: Alexander “Alex” Osif 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 Alexander “Alex” Osif of the Mine Workers (UMWA). Alex Osif is of Kin Yaa’áanii (The Towering House) clan of the Navajo tribe. He also works as a case manager in the Black Lung Clinics Program at Canyonlands Healthcare in Chilchinbeto, Arizona, on the Navajo Nation. Osif represents his union brothers and sisters and is a tremendous advocate for those with black lung disease. He works with the National Black Lung Association and brings that program to the Southwest for his retirees, his communities, the Navajo Nation and beyond into the surrounding mining communities. Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 11/22/2024 - 08:52Continue reading→

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Chicago Tribune Journalists Secure First Contract

Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Chicago Tribune Journalists Secure First Contract 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. Members of the Chicago Tribune Guild, part of The NewsGuild-CWA (TNG-CWA), won their first contract with Alden Global Capital last week after six years of bargaining.Alden Global Capital, which has a well-established reputation of gutting and slashing newsrooms, began buying into the Tribune Publishing Company in 2019. The hedge fund fully acquired the paper in May 2021. This landmark contract was ratified with near-unanimous approval on Friday, providing two years of consecutive raises and an immediate signing bonus. The agreement also retains Guild members’ 401(k) match, raises minimum salary floors and establishes essential protections against artificial intelligence outsourcing.“We won because we fought, and we fought because we believe in the work we do for Chicago,” said Unit Chair Jake Sheridan. “The world needs people to push for truth right now. That’s what we do. This contract gives us a little more stability and a little more pay so we can keep doing it.” Kenneth Quinnell Fri, 11/22/2024 - 08:44 Tags: OrganizingContinue reading→

So-called Department of Government Efficiency Would be Responsible for Nearly 500,000 Veteran Layoffs if Musk and Ramaswamy Execute Stated Plans

Washington, D.C. – Today, the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM), a union representing 110,000 federal employees, is sounding the alarm about what the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) – an unofficial entity operating outside of the federal government – would do to our nation’s veterans if Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy achieve their stated The post So-called Department of Government Efficiency Would be Responsible for Nearly 500,000 Veteran Layoffs if Musk and Ramaswamy Execute Stated Plans appeared first on IAMAW.Continue reading→