It's Women in Construction Week, and these operating engineers remind us that women don't just break glass ceilings; they running the heavy equipment to build them.
Women aren't waiting for a seat at the table. They're building it.
#WomenInConstruction #UnionStrong #1u
U.S. Rep. Nikki Budzinski joined America's Workforce Podcast to discuss her journey in the labor movement and her fight to keep Granite City Works open in the Metro East. Listen here:
https://ow.ly/AtJo50YoPZj
It's #WomenInConstructionWeek. From the work in pre-apprenticeship programs like Chicago Women in Trades to tradeswomen advocacy days, Illinois is leading when it comes to making sure we are growing and retaining women in the trades. #1u #UnionStrong
We love seeing our executive board members being honored in their communities. Earlier this week, SEIU 73 President Dian Palmer was awarded the "Warrior For Working Families" Award by the Palos Township Democratic Organization. Join us in congratulating her! #1u
On Sunday, Champaign Mayor Deb Feinen joined the IL Climate Works pre-apprenticeship cohort to celebrate their graduation at UA Local 149. Congratulations to all the recent graduates who are now on the path to enter a union apprenticeship program and begin a lifelong career. #1u
We swore in new officers at two labor council's this week! Congratulations to everyone at the Mid Illinois Labor Council and Springfield and Central Illinois Trades and Labor Council! Together we're modernizing the movement. #1u
Another Labor Salutes for the books! We honored Sen. Doris Turner, recently retired State Rep. Marty Moylan and IDOL Director Jane Flanagan for their outstanding contributions to the IL labor movement. #1u
Applications for the Polk School for Women Labor Leaders are due March 6th. Have you applied yet? Graduates go on to become union stewards, leaders, and even run for office!
Apply here: https://lep.illinois.edu/polk-programs/the-polk-school/
Operating Engineers Local 150 is sending a message: no union, no peace.
Let's not lose sight of why we choose union labor: it's safer, requires a skilled workforce, and ensures a living wage.
#1u
#ThrowbackThursday to a certificate of membership in the American Federation of Labor through the Sleeping Car Porters for Archibald Motley. The BSCP was the first African American labor union to be granted membership into what is now the AFL-CIO. #1u #BlackHistoryMonth
#WaybackWednesday to a 1942 U.S. War Department photo of USW member Guy L. Miles making parts for a medium tank at the Pressed Steel Car Company Plant in Chicago. #1u #BlackHistoryMonth #USW
Rev. Jesse Jackson leaves an indelible mark on the Illinois labor movement, forever reminding us that the labor and civil rights movement are inseparable. Rest in power.
Rain, shine, snow or sleet: the Illinois labor movement is out knocking doors for endorsed candidates. The primary election is around the corner and we won't rest until we make sure everyone understands why Springfield needs candidates that support working families. #1u
We love our labor movement and wish each and every one of you a happy, #unionmade Valentine's Day. #UnionStrong #1u
Early voting is underway and the final day to register online to vote is around the corner. What's your plan to vote in the March 2026 primary election? See the full list of IL AFL-CIO endorsements here: https://ow.ly/g9OV50YbWY0
Early voting is underway across Illinois and begins in Cook County on Thursday! Visit the Illinois State Board of Elections website to find the exact date early voting starts in your community: https://ow.ly/L1M950Y9AJY
We love seeing our elected officials on the ground and meeting with union members. Congresswoman Budzinski visited Springfield to meet with local labor leaders and union members, including Nick Yelverton, President of the Springfield and Central IL Trades and Labor Council. #1u
In Illinois, we are lucky to have a strong number of union members serving in the General Assembly. Lakesia Collins from SEIU Healthcare is one of those legislators. #UnionStrong #1u #twill
The renowned labor leader Bayard Rustin once said, “To be afraid is to behave as if the truth were not true.” And we know our truth. We stand firm in our commitment to fighting for all workers and know that labor rights are civil rights. #BlackHistoryMonth #1u
With ICE terrorizing our cities, it's more important than ever to #KnowYourRights. Join us TOMORROW, January 27, from 2-4PM to learn how you and your union can be ready to defend the rights of ALL workers.
In person 👉 999 McClintock Road
Virtual 👉https://ow.ly/x1or50Y41zm
#UnionStrong #1u
Our annual Labor Salutes reception is coming up on Wednesday, February 25 from 5-7pm. Join us in Springfield as we honor former State Representative Marty Moylan; Illinois Department of Labor Director, Jane Flanagan; and State Senator Doris Turner. #1u
The labor movement knows no borders. While NYC nurses are on one of the largest strikes in our lifetime, CTU members bonded together to send a message to tell NYSNA nurses that the Illinois labor movement has their back. #1u #NYSNAStrong #PatientsBeforeProfits
Join us for a screening of The Revolutionist: Eugene V. Debs and a live discussion with Allison Duerk, Director of the Eugene Debs Museum. Space is limited - RSVP here: www.bit.ly/Debs_Pullman #1u #LaborHistory #PullmanStrike #EugeneDebs
Childcare workers in Chicago took to the streets to demand that the billionaires in the White House stop the funding freeze. It's time to invest in our kids, not recklessly slash budgets that support our communities. #StopTheFreeze #ChildcareWorkers #ProtectChildcare #1u
The labor and civil rights movements have long been entwined. Join Norman and Velma Hill for an extraordinary night discussing the history of the labor and civil rights movement's fight for equality and how we can harness our collective power in our current moment.
#WaybackWednesday to the IL AFL-CIO State Convention in 1994 when Don Johnson, the then IL AFL-CIO President and IL AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer, Margaret Blackshere, presented House Majority Leader Jim McPike with the first Zeke Giorgi award. #twill #1u
Make your New Year's resolution to vote by mail.
Chicago voters can now apply to vote by mail for the March 17 primary election, with ballots set to begin mailing out in early February.
Learn how to apply: https://ow.ly/2Q4K50XLxfp
Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year filled with:
✔ Fair pay
✔ Safe jobs
✔ Respect at work
✔ Retirement
✔ Dignity on the job
Together, we’ll keep fighting for every worker. ✊
#1u #UnionStrong
There is still time to have a #unionmade New Year's Eve. From your favorite spirits and mixers to shopping at a #UFCW grocery store, there are lots of ways to ring in the New Year while supporting union workers.
Full list here: https://ow.ly/nw9k50XLxwi
#UnionProud #ShopUnion
Economist Frank Manzo discusses the wins Illinois pre-apprenticeship programs are delivering for workers and the state. Check out how these programs offer a debt-free pathway into high-wage, union careers:
https://ow.ly/fbGj50XLanE
