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A busy week for labor in Springfield! IEA, IFT, CTU, SEIU and AFSCME members joined Leader Marcus C. Evans, Jr. and Senator Ram Villivalam at the Capitol to rally for the Unemployment Equity Act.
The Unemployment Equity Act would allow essential public education workers to receive unemployment insurance when school is not in session.
Thousands of support staff, whose work is essential for Illinois public schools and universities to function, face months without a paycheck every year. During that time, unlike the same workers in the private sector, they are excluded from accessing unemployment insurance, leaving them scraping by at a time when the cost of living is at a record high.
The Illinois General Assembly can do the right thing and pass HB4416.
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IBEW Local 701 Business Manager Frank Gravina in DuPage joined forces the local's Women's Committee to host a Women’s Apprenticeship Expo to introduce more women to the high-paying, high-skill careers in the electrical trades.
We're grateful to visionary leaders like Frank who are committed to building an inclusive workforce for the 21st century that values anyone willing to put in the hard work.
Check out the NBC story here: www.nbcchicago.com/video/news/local/ibew-apprenticeship-expo-offers-bright-future-for-female-elec...
#WomensHistoryMonth #PowerForwardDuPage #WomenInTrades
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America’s working people are living on the edge and struggling to make ends meet. Tomorrow, on March 28, we're taking to the streets to stand up to wealthiest bosses and politicians and saying #NoKings.
Find an event near you: www.mobilize.us/?q=No%20Kings
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The workers at Movement Gyms in Chicago have been fighting for a contract for two years! Let's show up tomorrow and climb in support of our siblings and tell Movement it's time for a fair contract now.
RSVP here and we'll see you at the Movement Wrigleyville location tomorrow! crm.broadstripes.com/ctf/km7ggr
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Many of us make the trek from Northern Illinois to Springfield regularly, and there's an unofficial gathering known as the #WallysCaucus. It's a moment on the voyage where you stop for gas, clean restrooms, caffeine, and more often than not, run into others heading south for a session week.
This week, Brian Shanahan from the Machinists Union and State Representative and SMART-TD member Matt Hanson found themselves in the aisle of Wally's on their journey to the State Capitol.
If you're in Springfield this week, we'll see you there for what is going to be a busy week!
#UnionStrong #1U #ILGA #twill
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IBEW 701's Women's Committee is hosting an open house for women interested in a career in the electrical trades!
🗓️ Thursday, 3/26
📍IBEW Local 701 Union Hall
🕛 4PM-7PM
Register here: powerforwarddupage.com
#WomenInTrades #IBEW #UnionJobs #UnionStrong #1U
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Mid-Illinois Labor Council “Modernizes the Movement,” Electing New Officers
Decatur, IL – Last night, Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea swore in the Mid-Illinois Labor Council’s nine new officers, who affirmed their commitment to advocating for union members and their families. The newly inaugurated leadership emphasized building strong partnerships with community organizations and engaging in political campaigns aimed at improving the lives of working people. The […]
Illinois AFL-CIO Honors IDOL Director, Two General Assembly Members At “Labor Salutes” Award Ceremony
Springfield – Tonight, the Illinois AFL-CIO honored three Illinois leaders for their outstanding contributions to the state’s labor movement at its annual “Labor Salutes” awards ceremony. “The Illinois labor movement is proud to stand behind these three leaders who have spent their entire careers relentlessly fighting for working families,” stated Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea. […]
Springfield & Central Illinois Trades & Labor Council Swears in New Leadership
Springfield, IL – Last night, Illinois AFL-CIO President and Springfield resident Tim Drea swore in 12 new officers of the Springfield & Central Illinois Trades & Labor Council, who affirmed their commitment to advocating for union members and their families. The newly inaugurated leadership emphasized building strong partnerships with community organizations and engaging in political campaigns […]
Illinois AFL-CIO Remembers Civil Rights Leader Rev. Jesse Jackson
The Illinois labor movement mourns the passing of the Rev. Jesse Jackson, a towering figure in Illinois and Chicago politics whose lifelong commitment to the labor and civil rights movements leaves an enduring legacy. Throughout his life, Rev. Jackson fought tirelessly for working people in Chicago, across Illinois, and throughout the country. He walked picket […]