Fighting for Our Rights: 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:

Disneyland cast members have filed for an election with the NLRB. https://t.co/tsWErejmdA

- Actors' Equity (@ActorsEquity) April 17, 2024

AFGE:

The numbers are in!

AFGE grew by 5.5% in 2023, making our union the fastest growing large union in the country.

We're pushing towards our next goal of 325,000 members by the end of 2025.https://t.co/93Ne1MJNlO

- AFGE (@AFGENational) April 17, 2024

AFSCME:

.@PHLafscmeDC47 Kelli Gray shares her life-changing moment with @VP Kamala Harris. Thanks to Public Service Loan Forgiveness,$350K of her student debt has been wiped away. Now, Kelli's a thriving homeowner! https://t.co/k8jAt0yVJX

- AFSCME (@AFSCME) April 16, 2024

Alliance for Retired Americans:

Clearly, we can't always count on corporations to respect workers' right to organize.

News stories like this show why we need the PRO Act. https://t.co/24phaSSMvN

- Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) April 17, 2024

Amalgamated Transit Union:

Our Halifax, NS, Local 508 ferry operators are burned out, time for Halifax Transit to address the worker shortage. https://t.co/plloArGY56#ATUStrongerTogether#canlab@NS_Labour

- ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) April 17, 2024

American Federation of Teachers:

Happy National #SchoolLibraryMonth - a month-long celebration of school librarians and school libraries! This quote from author Kelly Barnhill sums it up best. pic.twitter.com/IegZ2t0BWE

- AFT (@AFTunion) April 17, 2024

American Postal Workers Union:

On Tuesday, April 16, the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee held a hearing to conduct oversight of the USPS, including the implementation of the Postal Service Reform Act of 2022. https://t.co/bbBZlkB51b

- The American Postal Workers Union - APWU (@APWUnational) April 16, 2024

Association of Flight Attendants-CWA:

#Chicago is a union town! Join us tomorrow, Thursday, April 18th at 1:00pm on the picket line at ORD with our @APFAunity American flying partners to fight against corporate greed. Let's make some noise! RSVP here: https://t.co/XKX7KGQIpApic.twitter.com/V4jvKOLgLh

- AFA-CWA (@afa_cwa) April 17, 2024

Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:

Workers @ Hearthside Food Solutions in London, Ky. have filed for a union election w/ BCTGM. They have been trying to unionize for over a decade & their friends in McComb, Oh. and Michigan City, Ind. hope to follow very soon. RT to show your support!#hfsworkersunited#unionyespic.twitter.com/Sn4DtlaxKc

- BCTGM International (@BCTGM) April 10, 2024

Boilermakers:

NACBE has been around since 1975 as a great partner to the #Boilermakers union. So what does NACBE stand for and what do they do? Check it out: https://t.co/KA2PfV6hEJpic.twitter.com/FTI80IgNM8

- Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) April 17, 2024

Bricklayers:

Proud of our #tilesetters of BAC Local 4 #California who are working on the campuses of Indio College and Palomar College! #tilesetting#tilesetter#skilledtrades#buildingtrades#unionstrong#construction#unionpride#1upic.twitter.com/0Z8Ho44Ndk

- Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) April 14, 2024

Communications Workers of America:

@rocnewsguild journalists are on strike!
Here's how you can support: https://t.co/JOXEMoUDUS

- CWA (@CWAUnion) April 16, 2024

Department for Professional Employees:

Securing FY25 funding for the NEA and NEH at $211 million is critical to building more inclusive arts, entertainment, and media industries. Contact your representatives in the House and Senate and urge them to support increased federal arts funding. https://t.co/HmJweCo9ls

- Department for Professional Employees (@DPEaflcio) April 16, 2024

Electrical Workers:

My #IBEW Story: Kim Davis, @ibewlocal332pic.twitter.com/VkjimTgfx2

- IBEW (@IBEW) April 17, 2024

Heat and Frost Insulators:

Insulators Local 69 Business Manager Steven Overby joined the @AWFUnionPodcast to talk about the workload in Local 69's jurisdiction. Listen to the full interview: https://t.co/BqZKsHRTPHpic.twitter.com/JcS5BIswyq

- Insulators Union (@InsulatorsUnion) April 16, 2024

International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:

We're standing in support of the workers who print our money! IFPTE joins @DCLabor and @AFLCIO in calling on @BEPgov to stop the delay tactics and bargain a fair contract NOW! pic.twitter.com/UGBAA3yetH

- IFPTE (@IFPTE) April 16, 2024

International Labor Communications Association:

REMINDER: entry fees for the 2024 Labor Media Awards go up on April 20 from $40/entry to $60/entry! Submit your 2023 work to be considered for the contest by April 20 to pay the reduced fee! Learn more and submit: https://t.co/kgaMDbUFhMpic.twitter.com/U1QfMYzDY2

- International Labor Communications Association (@ILCAonline) April 16, 2024

Jobs With Justice:

Today, we're sending solidarity & fortitude to Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga as they kick off their election to join @UAW. Each VW worker's vote to join the union marks a historic leap forward for all Southern workers and their right to stand united! #StandUpVW#StandUpUAWpic.twitter.com/zslSROJETz

- Jobs With Justice (@jwjnational) April 17, 2024

Labor Council for Latin American Advancement:

DYK? Only 56% of LGBTQI+ workers have paid sick leave, and just 31% have paid family leave. We need #PaidLeave for ALL families. #CareCantWaithttps://t.co/5cTSJwMZrdpic.twitter.com/TDYlY2K4BJ

- LCLAA (@LCLAA) April 17, 2024

Labor Heritage Foundation:

Hm, who can spot what's missing at the Toledo Auto-Lite Strike Memorial? Anyone know where it is please email [email protected]pic.twitter.com/GrMURdhQTk

- Labor Heritage (@LaborHeritage1) April 17, 2024

Laborers:

Dive into the latest #ITK video from LIUNA for all things #PublicEmployees! You don't want to miss it!

WATCH NOW: https://t.co/rTr9b8awlK

- LIUNA (@LIUNA) April 17, 2024

Machinists:

The IAM applauds @POTUS's historic steps to safeguard U.S. shipbuilding and steel manufacturing workers, including launching a @USTradeRep investigation into China's unfair trade practices in shipbuilding.

Read full statement here: https://t.co/xi1v1H8V7I

- Machinists Union (@MachinistsUnion) April 17, 2024

Maritime Trades Department:

USTR MOVES FORWARD ON MTD-BACKED SHIPBUILDING PETITION@steelworkers@USTradeRephttps://t.co/Sc296rYksY

- Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) April 17, 2024

Metal Trades Department:

Kalypso and Royal IHC to Build First Jones Act-Compliant Offshore Wind Cable Layer https://t.co/GrYuQG4CKl

- Metal Trades Dept. (@metaltradesafl) April 16, 2024

Mine Workers:

Live stream of @CecilRoberts , @ActSecJulieSu , @CWilliamsonWVMD ,and @NIOSH discuss the need to better protect miners from debilitating and deadly illnesses and announce new actions the @MSHA_DOL is taking to ensure all miners are protected on the job.https://t.co/RuqBzE0AlT

- United Mine Workers (@MineWorkers) April 17, 2024

Musical Artists:

Union busting relies on third-partying unions, presenting a union as external and negative. It's unfolding at Miami City Ballet, mirroring past Artist organizing efforts. Learn more about third-partying here: https://t.co/F9fQUcVmgZpic.twitter.com/WefaTjHGlH

- AGMA (@AGMusicalArtist) April 17, 2024

National Air Traffic Controllers Association:

The FAA will open its doors to new applicants nationwide from April 19 to 22. This is an opportunity to embark on a rewarding career, and be part of a team of highly trained and respected professionals. Learn more at https://t.co/pFKwIZ3Owgpic.twitter.com/3U322zttCQ

- NATCA (@NATCA) April 17, 2024

National Association of Letter Carriers:

Letter carriers appreciate your and @RepGarretGraves unwavering efforts to repeal the WEP & GPO! Thank you for your continued work. https://t.co/7sJEPEhiGo

- Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) April 17, 2024

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National Day Laborer Organizing Network:

Join @WeCount_Fl for Workers Memorial Day 2024! https://t.co/T1s4nZJ3m3

- NDLON (@NDLON) April 16, 2024

National Domestic Workers Alliance:

Have you signed up for NDWA's email or SMS list yet? If so you should have gotten the first clue in the Care Is Everywhere Scavenger Hunt!

It's not too late! Text "careworkers" to 33843 to submit the first clue and win a prize! pic.twitter.com/54sOT72rWP

- Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) April 17, 2024

National Federation of Federal Employees:

Lemie Gillesania Appointed as NFFE National Organizing Director:https://t.co/CO36i3xVGo

- NFFE (@NFFE_Union) April 11, 2024

National Nurses United:

These are the lengths our corporate bosses will go to in order to keep us from our right to a voice on the job and a safe and healthy workplace.

This award-winning piece by @jamieson is a must-read for all workers! https://t.co/NTy7OvvIKl

- NationalNursesUnited (@NationalNurses) April 17, 2024

NWSL Players Association:

Happy #NationalSiblingDay to the iconic duos, past & present of the NWSL! pic.twitter.com/sm5CnCyzJV

- NWSLPA (@nwsl_players) April 10, 2024

NFL Players Association:

Congratulations are in order to @CharlieBatch16 who opened a brand new home for his @BestoftheBatch foundation! https://t.co/lDkknUyELDpic.twitter.com/JC3Ystb7Rc

- NFLPA (@NFLPA) April 12, 2024

North America's Building Trades Unions:

Skilled trades are on the rise! ️ Exciting to see young people realize what we have always known, the building trades are in the business of changing lives#InfrastructureGenerationhttps://t.co/AjaKJ9ywtG

- The Building Trades (@NABTU) April 17, 2024

Painters and Allied Trades:

Our members are at the forefront of protecting our nation's infrastructure & buildings from corrosion and wear.

Here's our sister Sarah Jean doing thermal spray coating on a project in Connecticut, which is often applied to bridges, dams, piers and onshore & offshore facilites. pic.twitter.com/x7WwGDwd6o

- IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) April 17, 2024

Plasterers and Cement Masons:

Hannah Hamer is a proud @526admin journeyperson and #OPCMIA apprenticeship graduate!https://t.co/aSRIEBlpt2pic.twitter.com/zHRY231ljh

- OPCMIA International (@opcmiaintl) April 17, 2024

Pride At Work:

PA FOLKS! https://t.co/SZLo3zmkJY

- Pride at Work (@PrideatWork) April 16, 2024

Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:

NY State Senator @JabariBrisport supports the #RetailWorkerSafety Act, which puts the onus on retail employers to provide safe workplaces for their workers without further criminalization.
Will you join us? Write to NYS legislators: https://t.co/ZU1sHknitUpic.twitter.com/qw7YamF3AM

- RWDSU (@RWDSU) April 17, 2024

Roofers and Waterproofers:

Today belongs to the Volkswagen employees in Alabama who are voting in an election to unionize their workplace with @UAW. They are fighting for a brighter future. They are standing up for each other. #UnionYespic.twitter.com/imfGSDuFbv

- Roofers Union (@roofersunion) April 17, 2024

SAG-AFTRA:

Check out the SAG-AFTRA podcast for an inside look at the world of video gaming with #SagAftraMember@NoshirDalal and NED & Chief Negotiator @DuncanCI. Discover performer challenges and why fair treatment is non-negotiable. ️ Listen now! https://t.co/jYGcxtymyUpic.twitter.com/4kZITm72dV

- SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) April 17, 2024

Solidarity Center:

Our survey of leather tannery workers in #Bangladesh shows that industrial pollution, dangerous working conditions and low wages are leaving workers and their families vulnerable to the increasing effects of the #climate crisis in the country. pic.twitter.com/4jLvOmTOT3

- Solidarity Center (@SolidarityCntr) April 17, 2024

The NewsGuild-CWA:

"We know that Gannett needs us, whether or not it wants to admit it. More importantly, we know that Rochester needs us-but we need a contract."

Read from @CitizenMurphy on why D&C @rocnewsguild journalists are on strike:https://t.co/sMwOIYDizS

- NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) April 16, 2024

Theatrical Stage Employees:

The #WNBADraft at the Brooklyn Academy of Music was UNION-MADE by the proud kin of IATSE Local 4! pic.twitter.com/TcoOdxJxSd

- IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) April 17, 2024

Transport Workers Union:

.@skift writes on the new @Allegiant contract. The deal "makes Allegiant crews some of the best paid among U.S. ultra low-cost airlines" https://t.co/im7DxLGXs2

- TWU (@transportworker) April 17, 2024

Transportation Trades Department:

The labor movement stands united against the hostile takeover attempt of Norfolk Southern Railroad. ✊

The @AFLCIO is urging @nscorp shareholders to reject Ancora's proposed takeover, which would result in significant rail staffing and safety decreases: https://t.co/03m8QeTMfzpic.twitter.com/oqInhVsQuU

- TTD | America's Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) April 16, 2024

UAW:

After reaping nearly $6B in profits in 2023, Daimler Truck said they plan to increase stock dividends by 46%, instead of sharing the wealth with the workers who produce the profits. It's why Daimler workers are done playing second fiddle and are preparing to STAND UP! pic.twitter.com/aAG8pHrRGS

- UAW (@UAW) April 16, 2024

Union Label and Service Trades Department:

"We're going to win," said Lisa Elliott, a quality control worker at VW. "We have the momentum. I know this will be a [historic] event." https://t.co/C5WDEL3C0B

- Union Label Dept. (@ULSTD_AFLCIO) April 17, 2024

UNITE HERE:

https://t.co/JEC5bSHVOX

- UNITE HERE (@unitehere) April 15, 2024

United Food and Commercial Workers:

Get ready to expand your knowledge & skills w/ the UFCW Discount College Program.

Access a wide range of program options from certificates to bachelor's & even master's degrees. Part-time or full-time, online classes make learning convenient for you!

➡️ https://t.co/vJfcSxhgs0pic.twitter.com/UijkXr0agY

- UFCW (@UFCW) April 17, 2024

United Steelworkers:

The U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration today realized a longtime USW priority when it issued a final rule updating standards to significantly reduce worker exposure to silica dust.

Learn more: https://t.co/p6bVyyWtIMpic.twitter.com/ycQ6diEcEB

- United Steelworkers #EverybodysUnion (@steelworkers) April 16, 2024

Utility Workers:

MUST READ: Wind turbine technician is expected to be one of the fastest growing jobs this decade, and Wired magazine profiled one of our members to get the scoop. https://t.co/ITMos2aKJhpic.twitter.com/WUnVvwHSHb

- UWUA National (@The_UWUA) April 17, 2024

Working America:

Stay cool during heat waves with the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)! Learn more about how this federal program may help cover your cooling costs and even repair your AC unit.

Check out if you qualify here: https://t.co/HdcHFNx4BS#LIHEAP#WorkingAmericapic.twitter.com/s4dsEf1L8w

- Working America (@WorkingAmerica) April 16, 2024

Writers Guild of America East:

"S" is for solidarity! Show your support for WGA members at Sesame Workshop fighting for a fair deal before their current contract expires THIS Friday. #1u

Send a letter to execs calling for a fair union contract that protects writers at Sesame:https://t.co/T9XvpGBzMH

- Writers Guild of America East (@WGAEast) April 17, 2024