There’s a crucial intersection between Hispanic American culture and the labor movement, and it’s an important component of our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15). Today, and throughout history, American citizens whose ancestors came...
Hispanic Heritage Month brings with it a celebration of a vital culture and important stories. Here are three books for your nightstand that offer some unique and different perspectives on American life as experienced by Hispanic people. Our America: A Hispanic...
Every week in Union Update, we’ll be posting news and feature articles, books, podcasts, and more, submitted by your fellow workers, focused on issues that affect ALL of us. We hope you find the following content informative and insightful Labor Day has been...
Voting ‘yes’ or ‘no’ on contract ratification is an important choice that you’ll be making for yourself, for your coworkers, and for your families. With less than a week remaining for you to make your choice, here are some thoughts for you to consider before you vote:...
After a long, hot summer, we’re all looking forward to Labor Day and a well-deserved three-day weekend. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy some family time and celebrate some solidarity with your union brothers and sisters, we have some ideas. Labor Day signifies...
When our members find themselves facing conflict in the workplace over contract language, their first line of defense is their Job Steward. Across the state, hundreds of SEIU Local 1000 members have stepped up to act in the role of advocate for their coworkers,...
Membership is more important than ever. In 2026, we’re facing an uphill battle against Return-to-Office mandates, unfair budget cuts, and… Read more: Are You a Member?
Gi Shin, an Associate Governmental Program Analyst at the Department of Transportation, discovered that she had not been receiving the… Read more: Securing Long-Overdue GEO Pay
