AFSCME Blog Feed

9 to 5’s Ellen Cassedy joins AFSCME in celebrating Women’s History Month
Ellen Cassedy, a co-founder of the 9 to 5 movement, joined AFSCME in a virtual celebration of Women’s History Month. — Mar 21
From Union Scholar to AFSCME staff: My journey in the labor movement
An AFSCME staffer recalls her experience as a Union Scholar and urges college students of color to apply. — Mar 20
Persistence pays as Michigan’s highly skilled workers secure big pay raise
Persistence paid off as AFSCME members fought for higher wages for highly skilled tradespeople who work for the state of Michigan. — Mar 17
School support staff in Ohio county end strike after ratifying a fair contract offer
With a new contract in hand, OAPSE Local 51 members conclude 12-day strike. — Mar 16
Florida school custodians awarded back pay, benefits after AFSCME intervenes
As many as 1,000 Florida school custodians were denied the proper pay and benefits for years. Thanks to AFSCME, they’re getting what they are due. — Mar 15