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Air Transport Territory Holds General Chair Training
The IAM Air Transport Territory recently conducted General Chair training at the Winpisinger Center. Participants heard presentations from the Legal Department, Communications Department and others to help their work in the field. This valuable training class was put together at the direction of Air Transport General Vice President Richie Johnsen and Chief of Staff Edison
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IAM Local 1746 Helps Kids Start the School Year Right
For the fourth year, the IAM Local 1746 Women’s Committee has again partnered with East Hartford Public School in Connecticut to help with a backpack rally event by collecting donations, packing backpacks, and participating as a vendor on the distribution day. “This collection and event takes many volunteers to make it a success,” said Local
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The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, Now Part of TCU/IAM, and Their Fight for Equality
In 1925, Pullman porters at the Pullman Company reached out to A. Philip Randolph, for his guidance and leadership in starting a new union. On Aug. 25, 1925, Randolph, a visionary civil rights leader and labor organizer, founded the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP). The Pullman Company, known for its luxurious sleeper cars, fiercely opposed
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IAM Union Congratulates Local 709 Members on Lockheed Martin C-130 Program’s 70th Anniversary
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Lockheed Martin C-130 program and congratulates IAM Local 709 members at Lockheed Martin’s Marietta, Ga., plant for their significant milestone. IAM Local 709 has been at the forefront of building this iconic aircraft, a testament to the dedication and skill
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TCU/IAM Safety Instructors at Amtrak Complete Training Program
p >During the week of July 29 through Aug. 2, 2024, three new IAM CREST Associate Instructors from TCU/IAM Local 6649 representing Amtrak successfully completed a Train-the-Trainer program. This specialized training is designed to equip instructors with the skills necessary to educate others about the risks associated with storing, shipping, loading, and unloading hazardous materials in
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IAM Human Rights Department Empowers Members at Winpisinger Center
The IAM Human Rights Department recently hosted an exhilarating week packed with training at the IAM’s Education and Technology Center. This was brought about from the IAM Diversity Initiative’s request on September 6, 2023. The 30 participants embraced a variety of perspectives and dove right in the many issues workers may encounter on the shop
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IAM District 837 Joins Together to Feed St. Louis Families in Need
IAM District 837 members recently made a significant impact in their community by participating in an IAM H.E.L.P.S. event at the St. Louis Area Food Bank in Bridgeton, Mo. Through a day of dedicated effort, members successfully organized and packaged 18,927 meals for distribution within their community. The Food Bank reported that the total weight
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Transportation Communications Union (TCU) Reaches Local Agreement with CSX Transportation
Today, TCU reached a tentative agreement with CSX Transportation. The tentative agreement is a five (5) year term which provides 17.5% in General Wage Increases (18.77% compounded), improves vacation agreement entitlements, secures improvements in health and welfare benefits while maintaining the current 15% monthly contribution and modifies local work rules currently in effect. This is
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Western Territory Celebrates Life of Maria Santiago Lillis by Serving Community
IAM Western Territory locals celebrated the life and memory of the late IAM Grand Lodge Representative Maria Santiago Lillis by working with community organizations that serve in a capacity that honors Sister Maria’s legacy. IAM Local 1998 worked with their partner and neighbor, “The Pantry – Honolulu.” In just a few hours on Aug. 10,
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Wood, Pulp and Paper ‘Chillin’ and Grillin” BBQ Benefits Guide Dogs
The IAM Wood, Pulp, and Paper Council (WPPC) recently held its fifth annual virtual barbecue to support Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines. Seventeen teams and over 30 cooks around North America barbecued and raised more than $20,000 for the IAM’s charity of choice. Watch the video report here. Wood, Pulp and Paper
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