SEIU Local 1000

DLC 782 Purple Up Solidarity Breaks & Steward Office Hours
2026-04-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join DLC 782 every Wednesday during lunch for virtual Purple Up Solidarity Breaks to learn, share, and connect with fellow workers.
PURPLE UP SOLIDARITY BREAKS
When: Every Wednesday from 12:00-12:30 PM (see below for Zoom info)
• Short presentation & open discussion
• Open to ALL workers (members and non-members) & no experience required
STEWARD OFFICE HOURS
When: Every Wednesday from 12:30-1:00 PM (see below for Zoom info)
• Drop in anytime to get support from union stewards
• Ask questions & get help with finding and accessing resources
ZOOM INFO
Link: https://tinyurl.com/seiu1000dlc782purpleup
(password: [REDACTED]
Whether you are new to unions or a longtime member, this is our space to grow stronger together. Let’s build our collective power NOW to be UNITED and STRONG when our contract campaign kicks off in early 2026. Together we will win!
Email seiu1000dlc782@gmail.com with any questions

DLC 784 - EDD Solidarity Break & Union Meeting
2026-04-22 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Wear your union swag and meet us in the lobby at 11:30 AM! We want to show the state that we are union strong and sticking together as we start bargaining over our raises, benefits, and working conditions. Actions will be happening at worksites across California, so don’t miss out! After our action, we will be in the conference room until 2 PM for further discussion of contract bargaining and union updates.
👉 Please RSVP for the EDD Purple Up Action to Azura Haley at ahaley@seiu1000.org and if you need a union shirt, please be sure to include your t-shirt size.
SEIU Local 1000 – DLC 784
Event Details
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, April 22
⏰ Time:
11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📌 Location:
EDD
3704 Parkway Pl.
West Sacramento, CA 95691

Solidarity Walk to CalHR
2026-04-22 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Led by DLC 764, 762, 765, and 786, join us for a member-led solidarity walk to kick off negotiations and send a clear message: we’re united, we’re ready, and we’re fighting for the contract we deserve.
📍Time/Place: Capitol Park Rose Garden → CalHR

Meet at the Capitol Park Rose Garden (15th St. & Capitol Ave.)
Arrive between 11:00 – 11:30 AM
Walk starts at 12:00 PM
Destination: CalHR (1810 16th St.)

🤝 Optional: Meet us directly at CalHR from 12 – 12:15 PM if you’re unable to join our walk.
👕 Throughout the week of April 13-17, we invite you to stop by your nearest SEIU Local 1000 office from 10 AM to 5 PM to pick up your FREE Contract Campaign t-shirt and wear it to our solidarity walk!

DLC 744 Solidarity Action
2026-04-22 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The State won’t back down from Return-to-Office. On Day 1 of bargaining, let’s show them we say NO to RTO and YES to fair wages!
On Wednesday April 22, wear your purple, come to the lobby at 1515 Clay St at 10 am, and let’s send a message!
Event Details:
🗓️ Date:
Wednesday, April 22
⏰ Time:
10:00 AM
📌 Location:
1515 Clay St.
In the Lobby
Oakland, CA 94612

🌎 Earth Day 2026: Show Up, Get Outside, Get Involved, Give Back
2026-04-22
Earth Day is a chance to show up for your community and our environment.
Go to our Environmental Committee page for event suggestions to get involved with this year’s Earth Day events.
🌱 Small actions add up
🌳 Greener neighborhoods strengthen communities
Find a volunteer event, bring a friend, and get involved!
https://www.seiu1000.org/earth-day-2026/

Weekly Stewards Call - (Except 2nd Tuesday of each Month - Join the Ask the Officers Call)
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-31 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver)
Join the Steward’s the first, third, and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m., and be sure to encourage ALL of your fellow stewards to join us. On the second week Join the Ask the Officers Call

We also encourage all stewards to take advantage of our newly launched “Empower U”.
Empower U is a flexible, on-demand platform that allows you to learn at your own pace. Each course, from grievance handling to organizing conversations, is designed for steward leadership. You’ll find resources, practical tools, and Steward certification opportunities to help you stay informed and effective.
Getting Started with Empower U
To help you begin, we’ve attached a Getting Started How To Guide that outlines each step for accessing and navigating the platform. Here’s a quick overview:

Access the Platform: Go to https://learning.seiu1000.org/login/index.php and log in using SEIU SSO.
Explore Courses: Select a category and course that interests you, review objectives, and dive into the materials.
Complete the Quiz & Survey: Each course includes a quiz and an evaluation survey to ensure you gain full credit for completion.

Take a look at the attached guide for a step-by-step walk-through!

Additional Resources for Stewards:

StewardCall@seiu1000.org: We’re always monitoring this inbox for any questions or concerns. Feel free to reach out!
MWhite@seiu1000.org: Direct your questions regarding steward training credits (e.g., AST, MOU, NEO) to Matthew White.
ab119@seiu1000.org: This email is for stewards to report departments’ non-compliance with New Employee Orientations (NEOs).
Asktheofficers@seiu1000.org: Use this email for any questions directed to the union officers.
Webmaster@seiu1000.org: For any website-related issues, reach out to this address.

If you have members interested in becoming a steward, direct them to the SEIU Local 1000 LAPS application to fill out the required documents. For any questions or concerns, please email us at LAPS@seiu1000.org
Let’s continue to stand strong together.

Democracy School - Corcoran
2026-04-18 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | New China Restaurant, 900 Whitley Ave, Corcoran, CA, 93212, United States
2026 is a pivotal election. Democracy School teaches you how take action in one of the most flippable congressional districts in the nation, CA-22, and elect a pro-working families champion.
Join us at Democracy School to become part of a network of trained union members ready to build power and create a legacy.
When: Saturday, April 18 at 11 AM
Where: New China Restaurant, 900 Whitley Ave, Corcoran
Click here to RSVP.

Democracy School - Visalia
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SEIU 521 Union Hall – Visalia, 1811 W. Sunnyside Ave, Visalia, CA, 93277, United States
2026 is a pivotal election. Democracy School teaches you how take action in one of the most flippable congressional districts in the nation, CA-22, and elect a pro-working families champion.
Join us at Democracy School to become part of a network of trained union members ready to build power and create a legacy.
When: Saturday, April 18 at 10 AM
Where: SEIU 521 Union Hall, 1811 Sunnyside Ave, Visalia
Click here to RSVP.

Democracy School - Bakersfield
2026-04-18 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SEIU 521 Union Hall, 1001 17th St, Bakersfield, CA, 93301, United States
2026 is a pivotal election. Democracy School teaches you how take action in one of the most flippable congressional districts in the nation, CA-22, and elect a pro-working families champion.
Join us at Democracy School to become part of a network of trained union members ready to build power and create a legacy.
When: Saturday, April 18 at 9 AM
Where: SEIU 521 Union Hall, 1001 17th St, Bakersfield
Click here to RSVP.

Steward Training - April Action Lab
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Finding and Growing Leaders at Your Worksite: It is a stewards’ role to identify other leaders in the worksite to grow our union, but do you know what to look for, or how to craft the right invitation to lead? This course will train stewards to recognize leadership potential in everyday members (especially those who don’t see themselves as leaders yet) and to practice inviting them to step up through small, affirming, low-barrier asks.
Register Here

DLC 781 Monthly Union Meetings
2026-04-16 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-15 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-14 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
You’re invited to attend our monthly SEIU Local 1000 union meetings for DLC 781. These meetings are a great opportunity to get the latest contract bargaining updates, connect with fellow state workers, and learn how we’re fighting together for raises, benefits, and telework protections.
Lunch will be provided (RSVP required). The more employees who RSVP, the better the lunch!

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We hope to see you there as we continue to build member power and win a strong contract together.
If you have questions, please contact: Azura Haley at ahaley@seiu1000.org
In Solidarity
Ramona Cramer
DLC 781, SEIU Local 1000

DLC 782 Monthly Tabling
2026-04-16
Join DLC 782 every third Thursday for tabling! Stop by, get your questions answered, and learn how to get involved!
Location:
Office of State Printers: 885 Riverside Parkway, West Sacramento – Break Room
Time:
12:00pm-1:00pm
5:00pm-6:00pm
10:30pm-11:30pm

DLC 741 General Membership Meeting
2026-04-15 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Pizza Factory, 926 S. Main St., Salinas, CA, 93901, United States
Join DLC 741 at our monthly General Membership Meeting!
This hybrid meeting will be held in-person at the Pizza Factory and on Zoom from 18:30 – 20:30 on the Third Thursday of every Month.
This meeting is open to ALL MEMBERS of our DLC.
Click here to register on Zoom!

DLC 706 - General Membership Meeting
2026-04-14 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join our virtual DLC 706 meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6:30 PM (PT). We’ll be discussing our goals for this year, sharing recent updates, and hearing directly from you about the issues that matter most as we head into bargaining.
Meeting Details
🗓️ Date:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
⏰ Time:
Starts 6:30 PM
💻 Virtual Meeting:
Join us on Zoom!
Meeting ID: 873 9781 9498 | Passcode: [REDACTED]

Ask the Officers Calls
2026-04-14 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
We invite you to join us for our Local 1000 Ask the Officers Call—an exclusive opportunity for members to hear important updates directly from union leadership.

It’s easy to register for the Zoom call – click here!

Your Questions Answered

Our leadership will also cover other key topics like telework, return-to-office policies, and preparations for the 2026 contract negotiations. Have something on your mind? Submit your questions ahead of time for discussion during the call.

Details:
When & Where: Every 2nd Tuesday of each month, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Online via Zoom
Who: Local 1000 state employees
Register here!

Send your questions to asktheofficers@seiu1000.org, and our leaders will address them during the call.
Not a Member Yet?
This call is open to all represented employees, but there is no better time to join SEIU Local 1000! Membership provides you with added workplace protections and strengthens your voice. Together, we make a greater impact.
Click here to become a member today!
We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday for these important updates!

Pick Up a FREE T-Shirt!
2026-04-13 10:00 - 2026-04-17 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
👕 Throughout the week of April 13-17, we invite you to stop by your nearest SEIU Local 1000 office from 10 AM to 5 PM to pick up your FREE Contract Campaign t-shirt! Purple up on Wednesdays and show your solidarity by wearing our t-shirts to events!
Stop by at any of our offices:

Sacramento: 1808 14th Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Oakland: 436 14th Street, Suite 200, Oakland, CA 94612
Fresno: 6725 N. Willow Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93710
Ontario: 1801 Excise Avenue, Suite 101, Ontario, CA 91761
Norwalk: 12501 Imperial Highway, Suite 510, Norwalk, CA 90650
San Diego: 4004 Kearney Mesa Road, San Diego, CA 92111

DLC 702 EDD Worksite Visit
2026-04-08 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | EDD Buena Park, 7000 Village Dr, Buena Park, CA, 90621, United States
SEIU Local 1000 invites you to join us at one of our upcoming worksite visits. This is a great opportunity to connect with your union, ask questions, and share concerns.
💜 All SEIU Local 1000 represented employees are welcome.
🍽️ Lunch will be provided!
🗓️ Dates:
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
⏰ Time:
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📌 Location:
EDD – Breakroom
7000 Village Dr

AB 1729 Telework Bill Hearing
2026-04-08
Join the committee hearing on AB 1729 for telework on Wednesday, April 8 at 9 AM – State Capitol, Room 444.
Invite your coworkers and RSVP here.

Member Leadership Trainings
2026-04-07 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Dear Member,
Join our monthly Member Leadership Trainings to stay engaged in our union.
Webinar Details
🗓️ Date:
Every First Tuesday of the Month
⏰ Time:
6:00 – 7:30 PM
🖥️ Webinar:
Please check your email for the zoom registration.
This webinar is for members only. Click here to join today!

DLC 741 Executive/Steward Meeting
2026-04-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join DLC 741 at our monthly Executive/Steward Meeting!
This virtual meeting will be held on Zoom from 18:00 – 20:00 on the First Monday of every Month, except September. That specific meeting will be on Tuesday, September 8, because of the holiday on Monday.
The Executive Board/Steward meeting is open to ALL MEMBERS of our DLC to view, but ONLY Members of the Executive Board and current Stewards are allowed to participate.
Click here to register!

DLC 747 Zoom General Meeting
2026-04-01 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)

Fresno Town Hall
2026-03-28 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fresno City College, 1101 E University Ave, Fresno, CA, 93741, United States
As part of our 2026 contract fight, we’re taking a new approach to Town Halls because big wins come from collective action. These statewide Town Halls are a key part of our contract campaign, the first step to organizing for real results and answering the question we’re all asking: how do we win what we deserve?
At these Town Halls, we’ll walk through what’s at stake in our 2026 contract fight. We’ll be going over what we’re fighting for based on the bargaining priority results from the survey members completed last month, talk through the strategy and tactics needed to build state worker power, and connect you with members of your bargaining team who are fighting for you at the table.
Register Here
