The Gift That Keeps On Giving: 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:
Congrats to the federal employees at the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Engineering Laboratory who voted to join together in union with AFGE earlier this month. www.afge.org/article/nist…
— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) June 30, 2026 at 4:07 PM
AFGE:
The administration has fired more than 5,000 State Department and USAID career experts while outsourcing work to loyalists & expensive contractors. We urge Congress to end the contractor hiring spree and reinstate, compensate, and protect public servants. https://t.co/VGn21t1Sso
— AFGE (@AFGENational) July 8, 2026
AFSCME:
AFSCME members haven’t just witnessed the last 90 years of history—we’ve helped shape it. From the Memphis sanitation strike to organizing cultural workers, our union has always been powered by activists and fighters who stand up for working people. https://t.co/iBKHrwE4Hy pic.twitter.com/sDIIuZd58Z
— AFSCME (@AFSCME) July 14, 2026
Alliance for Retired Americans:
🚨 A rising problem on social media: Scammers go after seniors with fake ads and impersonation.
We want to be part of the solution: #StopTheScam shares ways to protect yourself online and hold tech corporations accountable for harms on their platforms.
🔗 in the comments!
— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) July 14, 2026
Amalgamated Transit Union:
CapMetro needs to hold their contractor Keolis responsible for their bullying and regressive bargaining tactics against our hardworking members of Local 1091-Austin, TX. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u https://t.co/Kg84qzkK7W
— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) July 15, 2026
American Federation of Teachers:
AFT convention kicks off this week, and we’re focusing on what it means for working people to build power together—and how we use that power to build a better life. Find the convention schedule, Activist Hub activities, and where to find video and story highlights of events ▶️ aft.org/convention
— AFT (@aft.org) July 15, 2026 at 10:25 AM
American Postal Workers Union:
“We don’t care how you vote, we care that you vote,” APWU President Smith is live discussing the importance of Vote-by-Mail. Watch now: https://t.co/WUKgqzqRL7
— The American Postal Workers Union – APWU (@APWUnational) July 14, 2026
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:
Known Crewmember (KCM) is continuing its transition to the new program called Crewmember Access Point (CMAP), which is managed by TSA. KCM is planned to sunset by the end of 2026.
TSA is rolling out field testing for CMAP in the coming weeks. More info: https://t.co/nKkTmHl63G pic.twitter.com/aJI6s36IPZ
— AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) July 11, 2026
Boilermakers:
🚂 All aboard #Boilermakers! Local 1393 members visited Union Pacific’s Big Boy 4014 in Altoona, PA, on its coast-to-coast tour. Click here for tour information: https://t.co/DRLhvRh6Mo. Share your photos and videos at https://t.co/p2xpmGOahS pic.twitter.com/HfUYSWvshn
— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) July 13, 2026
Coalition of Black Trade Unionists:
This one hits hard. Lillian Roberts was a founding member of CBTU. She was a role model for generations of women who aspired to became union leaders. Lillian Roberts set the bar high and never left the battlefield. We extend our deepest condolences to the Roberts family. pic.twitter.com/4Z1zNyxGBa
— CBTU (@CBTU72) July 10, 2026
Communications Workers of America:
Congrats to @newsguild members at the National Abortion Hotline who ratified a strong new contract with AI protections and more!
This win comes after members initiated a 24-hour unfair labor practice strike back in May. https://t.co/Le7BT8KRUe
— CWA (@CWAUnion) July 10, 2026
Department for Professional Employees:
Congrats to the federal employees at the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Engineering Laboratory who voted to join together in union with AFGE earlier this month. www.afge.org/article/nist…
— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) June 30, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Electrical Workers:
LaDonna Glass decided to leave college after a year…she signed up for an apprenticeship with the #IBEW and now believes that the people who look down on trade jobs are missing out. “I’m watching things grow from the ground up,” she said. https://t.co/O3zHVhFYC6
— IBEW (@IBEW) July 13, 2026
Fire Fighters:
🔥 Behind the helmet is a world few ever see.
For months, documentary photographer Stephen Uhraney lived and worked alongside @IAFF1212, capturing the grit, sacrifice, and camaraderie of the people who respond when help is needed most.
📷#IAFF Media Award Photo Archives 2024 pic.twitter.com/5RokEapMI1
— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) July 15, 2026
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:
WORKER WIN: After YEARS of being passed around to various employers while working under an old contract, Local 1590 (Anaheim) unanimously ratified an agreement with WeDriveU!
Learn how members refused to give in and fought for what they deserved: https://t.co/4ZtTh0ifyg
— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) July 15, 2026
International Union of Police Associations:
All exhibitors receive a booth space complete with a table and chairs, lunch, reception access, event registration, and their business logo featured in the 2026 Convention Journal. Sign up NOW! https://t.co/Nrhbt0z99k pic.twitter.com/M5XpqiIuQD
— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) July 14, 2026
Laborers:
Another win in the books! @LiUNAlocal630 laborers at JEA in @CityofJax, Florida just secured a new contract, proof that #solidarity moves the needle every time.#OrganizeOrDie #LaborersRising #FeelThePower #CollectiveBarganing pic.twitter.com/JLbHLG1gso
— LIUNA (@LIUNA) July 15, 2026
Machinists:
.@NFFE_Union secured a major arbitration victory for U.S. Forest Service employees, restoring telework and remote work agreements and protecting negotiated workplace rights.https://t.co/uBdqWHy0q4
— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) July 15, 2026
Major League Baseball Players Association:
Players want to grow the game. Hear more from Junior Caminero during his recent appearance on Sources Tell Jeff Passan. // Los jugadores quieren que el deporte siga creciendo. Conoce más de Junior Caminero en su entrevista con el programa “Sources Tell Jeff Passan”… pic.twitter.com/3NQYA4Wq7Q
— MLBPA (@MLBPA) July 7, 2026
Major League Soccer Players Association:
The stars are ready to shine🌟
Congratulations to every player representing the 2026 MLS All-Star Team! pic.twitter.com/YjuzDByS18
— MLSPA (@MLSPA) July 9, 2026
Maritime Trades Department:
Waiver Has Failed Americahttps://t.co/XO1vT3nXgI@AMPmaritime
— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) July 13, 2026
National Air Traffic Controllers Association:
Nineteen NATCA members recently completed the two-day Drug and Alcohol Training course which took place June 8-9, 2026, in Las Vegas. The course educates participants about the proper drug test procedures. https://t.co/d6K4HCwmMe pic.twitter.com/Ads0rEO8wq
— NATCA (@NATCA) July 14, 2026
National Association of Letter Carriers:
Management calls you in for a disciplinary interview without your steward? Automatic red card! 🟥
Remember exercising your right to union representation is one of the most important ways you can protect yourself during an investigation. pic.twitter.com/07HwtITMpe
— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) July 14, 2026
National Hockey League Players’ Association:
William Carrier heard it was BYOC at his local lemonade stand and did one better 🏆😂
🎥: @keeperofthecup pic.twitter.com/5oyOSns0W2
— NHLPA (@NHLPA) July 13, 2026
National Nurses United:
Dozens of @aboutKP nurses protested Kaiser CEO Greg Adams speaking at @ahahospitals Leadership Summit this week.
We can’t stay silent while executives chase business trends like A.I. at the expense of patient care!https://t.co/snID0AbNxW
— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) July 14, 2026
National Taxi Workers Alliance:
Thank you @CMShekarK for being a steadfast hero for NYC Uber and Lyft drivers today and every day!
Livestream of protest happening now: https://t.co/ZcVW9i7zMq pic.twitter.com/595mviaFhB
— NY Taxi Workers (@NYTWA) July 14, 2026
NFL Players Association:
Shoutout to this week’s CMVP, @ZiggySmalls_, who’s creating opportunities inspired by those who shaped him.
Last month, the @packers linebacker hosted a Women in Sports weekend in his hometown of Philadelphia to shine a light on women working in the sports industry. He kicked… pic.twitter.com/p4Zf7SCO8F
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) July 10, 2026
North America’s Building Trades Unions:
Around 6,000 tradeswomen and allies showed up last year. This October, we’re doing it again.
Don’t forget to register for TWBN 2026 and be part of the largest gathering of unionized tradeswomen in the world.💪https://t.co/p8J8lJdGjf pic.twitter.com/W15a1SVwyw
— The Building Trades (@NABTU) July 14, 2026
Painters and Allied Trades:
Every worker in our trades matters, including those who work non-union. Their standards affect our standards, and the opposite is true, too.
Hear from Jeff Stark, Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer of District Council 82, about how we all have to look out for each other. pic.twitter.com/YmzgUM0Hbk
— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) July 15, 2026
Professional Hockey Players’ Association:
For decades, Bert Villarini has been a trusted advocate for professional hockey players.
At last week’s PHPA Annual Meetings, Bert was surprised with the Curt Leichner Distinguished Member Award in recognition of his longstanding commitment to the Association and its members.… pic.twitter.com/KlQnUZnosk
— PHPA (@thephpa) July 3, 2026
Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:
Wednesday Wisdom: A union contract is the gift that keeps on giving. 🛡️ From guaranteed raises to workplace safety standards, your membership ensures you don’t have to navigate your career alone. Have questions? Talk to your local leadership today! #WednesdayWisdom #LaborRights pic.twitter.com/g3rMukmL7E
— RWDSU (@RWDSU) July 15, 2026
Roofers and Waterproofers:
Help prevent falls! Identify potential hazards and fix them before starting work to prevent a fall. https://t.co/AJhbswXfqX #roofersafety365 pic.twitter.com/f0JVuEpMA2
— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) July 15, 2026
SAG-AFTRA:
The Contracts Toolkit cuts through the legal jargon with one-sheet bulletins, explainer videos, and digital flipbooks with essential contract knowledge developed for you.
Stop guessing. Start knowing. Contracts Toolkit: https://t.co/29rFYiKwBh. pic.twitter.com/PNaLu4iK0m
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) July 14, 2026
Service Employees International Union:
The fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo continues a horrifying pattern of masked ICE agents inflicting violence, murder, and fear in our communities in Texas and across America. No matter where we’re born or our skin color, we should safely get to and from work. We mourn the…
— SEIU (@SEIU) July 15, 2026
Solidarity Center:
These municipal cleaners in Albania were not getting the proper protections at work. So they started a podcast.
Here’s what they had to say 🎤 https://t.co/wAKcoh8TkY
— Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) July 15, 2026
The NewsGuild-CWA:
Journalism is not a crime. We strongly condemn the Justice Department subpoenas demanding journalists at The New York Times testify about their reporting on security concerns surrounding Air Force One. https://t.co/atpWUFWT9m
— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) July 11, 2026
Theatrical Stage Employees:
🚨 BREAKING: Production workers at Brooklyn Bowl’s Williamsburg location have voted overwhelmingly to join IATSE Local 4! They join a growing wave of live event workers across the country who are organizing for better conditions and a real voice on the job.
Congratulations to… pic.twitter.com/X48QT1pbFt
— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) July 15, 2026
Transport Workers Union:
The @NYCCouncil is blindly following an absolutely unserious person pushing a ban on carriage horse rides in Central Park – @ChrisMarteNYC says a 1,600-pound horse propelling a carriage is like asking a Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel, or a Siamese cat to pull a carriage. Absurd.… pic.twitter.com/eFbXTw3yEf
— TWU (@transportworker) July 14, 2026
Transportation Trades Department:
Today, labor leaders & @NTSB Chair @JenniferHomendy discussed the importance of worker safety across the rail industry.
Every rail worker deserves to be safe on the job. Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the Norfolk Southern conductor who was killed on the job last week. pic.twitter.com/QMqj7m4J3r
— TTD | America’s Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) July 14, 2026
UAW:
Get informed! Tune in to hear directly from candidates running in the 2026 UAW International Officer Election about their vision for our union.
Virtual candidate forums will be held for the following offices:
7/23 – International Secretary-Treasurer
7/27 – International Vice… pic.twitter.com/Lgbc3Doa8w— UAW (@UAW) July 9, 2026
Union Veterans Council:
Political spin says #TCAVA doesn’t cut benefits. The reality? Section 108 raids $57B from future disabled vets by gutting tinnitus & sleep apnea ratings. A future cut is still a cut. Tomorrow, UVC and @AFLCIO hit the Hill to demand a CLEAN Star Act. No poison pills. #StopTCAVA pic.twitter.com/uPTnQVXSNr
— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) July 13, 2026
UNITE HERE:
For months, hospitality workers have warned the industry about how U.S. immigration policy & the resulting travel slump are harming the tourism & service sectors.
Even the World Cup couldn’t make up for the damage.https://t.co/upch0GipOG pic.twitter.com/LavEx4jgRd
— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) July 14, 2026
United Association of Union Plumbers and Pipefitters:
Congratulations to everyone who brought home hardware at the 47th Annual UA National Softball Tournament!
Hosted once again by UA Local 392 in Cincinnati, Ohio, this year’s tournament was another great showcase of competition, sportsmanship, and UA pride. pic.twitter.com/niP8jf36PM
— United Association (@UAPipeTrades) July 14, 2026
United Food and Commercial Workers:
Workers at the Amica Mutual Pavilion (AMP) ushered in a win & joined @UFCWLocal328!
With the power of the union, these ushers & ticket takers are gaining a stronger voice to advocate for fair treatment, improved working conditions, & a seat at the table.https://t.co/Yhnq9XqlGR pic.twitter.com/59UrN8351i
— UFCW (@UFCW) July 15, 2026
United Steelworkers:
Negotiating health care, safety, and basic rights isn’t a game. That’s why U.S. House representatives passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act. Now it’s up to the Senate to fix a broken system that lets employers ignore the law. Read more: https://t.co/j2TSSf7bkG pic.twitter.com/X0nFyRAYl4
— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) July 15, 2026
Writers Guild of America East:
The Writers Guild of America will not stand idly by as Paramount attempts to violate our country’s antitrust laws and deepen the contraction entertainment workers already feel. #BlockTheMerger
— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) July 14, 2026 at 7:56 PM