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City of Canton and AFSCME Local 2937 Unveil New CDL Certification Program

Canton, OH - AFSCME Local 2937 and the City of Canton have launched a pilot program that allows employees to obtain their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), fully funded by the city. The union and the city signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in early February.

Urgent Town Hall with AFSCME President Lee Saunders

Trumbull Regional Medical Center AFSCME Nurses Set a New Course

University of Pennsylvania libraries staff win union election, extending wave of unionization

Philadelphia – Penn Libraries staff, unionizing as AFSCME DC 47 Local 590 Penn Libraries United, announced this fall the results of their August election conducted by the National Labor Relations Board.

Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo with AFSCME Local 2950

We all know what an enchanting place the Columbus Zoo becomes at night between November 22nd and January 10th, but did you ever wonder who brings this holiday magic to life? AFSCME Local 2950 members are the hidden "elves" behind the scenes who make Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo a truly unforgettable experience.

DAYTON AREA MEMBERS PROVIDE HURRICANE RELIEF

Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

AFSCME is teaming up with allies to fight drastic cuts proposed by right-wing lawmakers. More draconian proposals are likely if Donald Trump is elected president in November and his allies seize control of Congress.

New legislation would be transformational for public service workers nationwide

As labor unions gain in popularity, workers’ rights remain under threat. But while private sector workers have the right to form unions under federal law, public service workers lack that same guarantee.