This week, SEIU Local 1000 received pertinent information concerning our ongoing work to reduce the impact of California Correctional Center (CCC) facilities on our members. This week, SEIU Local 1000 received pertinent information concerning our ongoing work to...
When Jason Sandoval, former president of DLC 703, called into an “SEIU Listens to You” episode with Board Chair Bill Hall and Political Director Omega Brewer-Gonzales to talk about a parking issue in Riverside, a campaign that would bring together workers across his...
This week, we’re sharing thoughtful reads from a range of sources that help us understand the issues and ideas that shape our Union world. This week, we’re sharing thoughtful reads from a range of sources that help us understand the issues and ideas that shape our...
Our contract campaign is already underway, as we negotiate for a contract that respects, protects, and pays every member of the state’s workforce. We are making a serious demand at the table, calling for 30% raises and 100% health care coverage, and we need the...
On Sunday, April 23, 2022, the SEIU Local 1000 Environmental Committee sponsored the Sacramento Earth Day event at Southside Park in Sacramento. Sacramento Earth Day is the largest Earth Day celebration in the region, providing people with the knowledge and means to...
When Devin Hutchings was offered a job at the Department of Toxic Substances, California (DTSC) in Berkeley, CA, 6 months ago, she was prepared to change her life to join state service. After receiving a written offer,agreeing to the salary and classification, she...
Governor Newsom’s return-to-office (RTO) mandate isn’t about improving services – it’s a shortsighted decision that disregards what’s best for workers and the state. We’ve proven that remote and hybrid work increase productivity, save taxpayers millions, and help recruit and retain… Read more: Our Fight Against the RTO Mandate
When Joshua, a Motor Vehicle Representative at DMV Sacramento, repeatedly raised concerns about a coworker’s habit of coughing and sneezing without covering her mouth, management ignored his complaints—even after he put them in writing. Despite his efforts to… Read more: Fighting Back Against Unfair Write-Ups at DMV
When Rachel, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at CHCF, was unfairly rejected on probation despite receiving satisfactory performance reviews, SEIU Local 1000 took action. A Union Representative advocated for Rachel during her Skelly Hearing, presenting documentation that… Read more: Reinstated After Unjust Rejection
The zSystems Apprenticeship Program celebrated a major milestone on February 26, 2025, as its third cohort of apprentices graduated after two years of dedicated training. Launched in 2023, this program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience, equipping apprentices with specialized skills in enterprise… Read more: Celebrating the 3rd Cohort of the zSystems Apprenticeship Program
