The New York Public Library Guild Local 1930

New York Public Library officially closed on Saturday, March 14, 2020 due to the Coronavirus and out of concern for the health and safety of the staff and the members of the communities we serve.

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A union voice can help address burnout among health care workers nationwide

The COVID-19 pandemic arrived at a time when our nation’s health care workers were already experiencing burnout.

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Graduation cap on top of money. Photo credit: Getty Images

AFSCME Members, Family Members Awarded 2022 Union Plus Scholarships

Congratulations are in order for the 27 AFSCME Union Plus Scholarship winners. They are:

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Photo of a woman in a counseling session. Photo credit: Getty Images.

AFSCME members honor Mental Health Awareness Month, reflect on changing industry

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Workers rally against the American Red Cross. Photo credit: Omar Tewfik

American Red Cross workers, including AFSCME members, rally for fair contract

American Red Cross (ARC) workers, including many AFSCME members, are rallying this week in cities nationwide to fight back against mistreatment from their employer and demand a fair contract.

National AFSCME News

Saunders applauds bill to ensure the rich pay their fair share of taxes
AFSCME supports the Billionaire Minimum Tax Act, which would level the playing field when it comes to the rich paying their fair share of taxes. — Aug 8
Southern California health care workers form a union through AFSCME
More than 400 Southern California health care workers are gaining a voice on the job through UNAC/UHCP, an AFSCME affiliate. — Aug 5
Extreme heat creates hazardous work conditions for Texas corrections staff
An AFSCME affiliate tells a Texas legislative committee that the lack of air-conditioning in Texas prisons is dangerous for corrections staff and incarcerated people. — Aug 4
Union 411: It’s all about the NEO
This Union 411 segment is all about how AFSCME ambassadors can help new workers get acclimatized. — Aug 3
Sequoia hospital workers come away from strike victorious
Members of Local 829 who work at Sequoia Hospital in California have ratified a new four-year contract. — Aug 2

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