Union News
UVA Board Criticized for Rushed Presidential Appointment Lacking Input
WASHINGTON—AAUP and AFT Presidents criticized UVA's appointment of Scott Beardsley as president, citing a lack of transparency and faculty input during the selection process.
Decades of Union Advocacy for Child Care Providers and Wage Equity
Child care unions have fought for decades, winning wage increases and contracts. States like NM and CT show progress with universal and affordable care programs.
Teamsters Local 97 EMS Workers Secure First Independent Contract
Teamsters Local 97 EMS professionals at University Hospital secure first contract, enhancing wages and benefits.
Nurses at SLUH rally for safe staffing and address workplace violence
Nurses at SSM Health SLUH in St. Louis will rally on Dec. 23, urging the hospital to address chronic understaffing and safety concerns, impacting care quality.
Frederick County Library Workers Join AFSCME Maryland Council 3 Union
Frederick County library workers join AFSCME Council 3, gaining a voice for better wages, job security, and improved work conditions, impacting 200 staff.
Join Local Union 728 for MLK Weekend Celebration in Atlanta, GA
Join Local Union 728 and the HRDC for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend celebration in Atlanta, GA. Register.
Hawaii Nurses Union Joins Forces with AFT to Strengthen Healthcare Advocacy
HONOLULU—The AFT voted to affiliate with the 1,500-member Hawaii Nurses and Healthcare Professionals union, boosting support.
NUHW Achieves Major Organizing Victories Across Healthcare Sector
NUHW expanded significantly in 2025, adding over 1,300 healthcare workers, including at Rogers Behavioral Health in Philadelphia, amidst labor rights challenges.
AFT Criticizes Trump Administration Over Student Loan Forgiveness Delay
AFT President Randi Weingarten criticizes the Trump administration for failing to address the student loan backlog.
NUHW Experiences Significant Growth Amidst Worker Rights Challenges
Healthcare workers in California and Philadelphia join NUHW, overcoming anti-union campaigns and expanding their presence, highlighting labor rights' importance.
