AFL-CIO

The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) is dedicated to enhancing the lives of workers across the nation. As a democratic and voluntary coalition of 58 national and international labor unions, we advocate for the rights of 12.5 million workers. Our mission is to guarantee that all workers receive fair treatment, good wages and benefits, safe working conditions, respect, and equal chances to succeed. We also focus on equipping individuals with essential skills and job preparedness for the modern economy.

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Worker Wins: Good Union Jobs Strengthen Communities

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell

Our latest roundup of worker wins includes numerous examples of working people organizing, bargaining and mobilizing for a better life. New York Alamo Drafthouse Strike Ends After Workers Secure New Contract: After 58 days on strike, workers at two New York City Alamo Drafthouse locations will return to work. UAW Local 2179 reached a deal with management over layoffs that the union claimed violated labor law, and the union approved the agreement.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: SMART-TD Yardmasters Reach Tentative Contract Agreement with BNSF

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell

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. The International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers-Transportation Division (SMART-TD) Yardmasters and BNSF Railway reached a tentative, five-year collective bargaining agreement.
Introducing Rise Up: Federal Workers Legal Defense Network

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell

Federal workers all across the country are under attack. Tens of thousands of hardworking people who run the programs and services that working families rely on have been mistreated or abruptly fired by Elon Musk and the DOGE. People are rising up—but the federal workers who are being targeted need help. That’s why we’re proud to announce Rise Up: Federal Workers Legal Defense Network. Learn More.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: IAM Local Lodge 2003 Members Ratify Strong Tentative Agreement at Fort Novosel

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell

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. Approximately 3,400 members of IAM Local Lodge 2003 ratified a robust new agreement with M1 Support Services and its subcontractors at Fort Novosel, Alabama.
Service & Solidarity SpotlightEquator Coffees Workers in California Join UFCW

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell

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. Workers at Equator Coffees in Los Angeles voted to join United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 770. The workers are employed as baristas, shift leads and prep cooks.
Get to Know AFL-CIO's Affiliates: AFT

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell

This is the next post in our series that will take a deeper look at each of our affiliates. The series will run weekly until we've covered all 63 of our affiliates. Next up is the American Federation of Teachers (AFT). Name of Union: American Federation of Teachers. Mission:“The AFT is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, health care and public services for our students, their families and our communities.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Avelo Flight Dispatchers Vote to Join the TWU

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell |Sydney Roberts

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. On Wednesday, flight dispatchers at Avelo Airlines voted to join the Transport Workers Union (TWU).
Every Worker Deserves a Union: The Working People Weekly List

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell

Every week, we bring you a roundup of the top news and commentary about issues and events important to working families. Here’s the latest edition of the Working People Weekly List. Labor Leaders Fear Elon Musk and DOGE Could Gain Access to Whistleblower Files: “Liz Shuler, the president of AFL-CIO, claims that a number of Tesla workers have repeatedly alleged to the federation that safety isn’t prioritized at the car company.
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: Illinois State University Faculty Union Secures Tentative Agreement

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell |Sydney Roberts

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.
Worker Wins: We Want Our Coworkers to Thrive

1 week ago | aflcio.org | Kenneth Quinnell |Sydney Roberts

Our latest roundup of worker wins includes numerous examples of working people organizing, bargaining and mobilizing for a better life. Juilliard Production Crew Workers Vote to Join IATSE: Production crew members at The Juilliard School voted overwhelmingly on Friday to form a union with the Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE).