Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

March 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Help Spread the Word: Citizenship Fair Date & Location Confirmed!

📢 Our Citizenship Fair is set! Join us to help eligible Arizonans apply for citizenship. Share the flyers & sign up today! Hello John,   We’re thrilled to announce that the Arizona AFL-CIO Citizenship Fair is officially set! This event will provide fre…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 28, 2025 at 7:03 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 3, Issue 158

John,  Imagine dedicating your life to public service—helping veterans access their benefits, ensuring Social Security checks go out on time, keeping our air travel safe, and protecting the environment. Now imagine being told you…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 28, 2025 at 4:17 PM

Invitation: AARA Celebrates Women's History Month - Strong Union Women

In honor of Women’s History Month, AARA invites you to celebrate Women's History Month: Strong Union Women in Apprenticeships and Trades! john,    March marks the beginning of Women's History Month, and the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans (AARA) inv…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 28, 2025 at 4:16 PM

Invitation: AARA Celebrates Women's History Month - Strong Union Women

In honor of Women’s History Month, AARA invites you to celebrate Women's History Month: Strong Union Women in Apprenticeships and Trades! John,    March marks the beginning of Women's History Month, and the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans (AARA) inv…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 27, 2025 at 6:58 PM

TAKE ACTION: Support Fiber Technology for Better Broadband Access

Help preserve jobs and ensure reliable internet access in Arizona! John,    The new FCC Commissioner, Brendon Carr, is advocating for the Commerce Department's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to move away from its preferenc…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Invitation to the 26th Annual Joe Standley Golf Tournament

Tee Up for a great cause! Join for a day of golf, networking, and giving back. Help spread the word - RSVP Today! John,    The Arizona Building Trades Council (AZBTC) invites you to the 26th Annual Joe Standley Golf Tournament, a fundraising event that sup…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 26, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Labor Leaders: Don’t Miss This Workers’ Comp Policy Conference

You are invited to join the 2025 WCIR Issues & Research Conference in Phoenix, AZ John, The 2025 WCRI Annual Issues & Research Conference is happening March 6–7 in Phoenix, Arizona. As a leading workers’ compensation forum, this conference provides a unique opportunit…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 3, Issue 157

John,  Today, we take a moment to recognize the remarkable contributions of Rasean Clayton, Organizing Specialist at the Arizona AFL-CIO. Rasean's  journey in the labor movement has been driven by a deep belief in the power of co…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 20, 2025 at 5:20 PM

Join CLUW for A Virtual Meet and Greet

John,   The Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW)is starting a chapter in Arizona! This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow activists, share ideas, and learn about upcoming initiatives. During the meeting you will will hear from gu…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 14, 2025 at 7:36 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 3, Issue 156

John,  In honor of Black History Month, we would like to highlight the contributions of Briona Parkinson, the Political & Legislative Director and Lobbyist for the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM

UPDATE: Change of Location for Pride at Work Meeting- Feb. 12th

Please join us for a meeting of Pride at Work, the Arizona AFL-CIO's constituency organization for the LGBTQ+ community. John, ? Thank you all for registering and confirming your attendance for the upcoming Arizona Chapter of Pride at Work meet-up. We are g…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM

REMINDER: Pride at Work Meeting- Feb. 12th

Please join us for a meeting of Pride at Work, the Arizona AFL-CIO's constituency organization for the LGBTQ+ community. John, ? This is a friendly reminder that the Arizona Chapter of Pride at Work will be hosting their first in-person meet-up in 2025 at T…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

February 7, 2025 at 9:18 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 3, Issue 155

John,  The Arizona AFL-CIO is proud to support the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive—the largest single-day food drive in the country! This year’s food drive will take place on Saturday, M…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

January 31, 2025 at 10:40 PM

Pride at Work Meeting- Feb. 12th

Please join us for a meeting of Pride at Work, the Arizona AFL-CIO's constituency organization for the LGBTQ+ community. John, ? Join the Arizona Chapter of Pride at Work for their in-person 2025 meet-up at The Vig!? ? Date: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 T…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

January 31, 2025 at 8:28 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 154

John,  We understand and appreciate the vital role immigrant workers play in our communities and economy. Immigrants represent a significant portion of our workforce and contribute immensely across various sectors, from healthcar…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

January 24, 2025 at 8:36 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 153

John,  It has been less than a week since President Donald Trump was inaugurated, and since Monday, we have seen a chain of executive orders that directly impact workers and their families. These include: Attacks on immigrant wo…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

January 23, 2025 at 5:51 PM

Registration Open for the Grace Carroll Rocky Mountain Labor School

The 68th annual GCRMLS 2025 will be in Nevada! John,   The 68th annual grace Carroll Rocky Mountain Labor School (GCRMLS) is right around the corner and coming to Las Vegas, Nevada July 6 - July 12, 2025. Registration is now open and is fi…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

January 17, 2025 at 7:39 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 152

John,  The legislation to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a national holiday was first introduced by Michigan Congressman John Conyers just four days after the assassination of Dr. King in Memphis, TN, on April 4, 1968.  …

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

January 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Reminder: Citizenship Fair - We're 1/3 of the Way to Our Goal!

Join us for the Citizenship Fair! We're 1/3 of the way to our goal—let's help more Arizonans achieve their citizenship together! Hello John,   We want to remind you that our Citizenship Fair is approaching, and we are excited to share that we are already on…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

January 10, 2025 at 6:56 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 151

John,  Big news, union family: Two million SEIU members just joined forces with the AFL-CIO, bringing us to an incredible 15 million union members strong! This is what worker power looks like when we stand together—janitors, bus …

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

December 27, 2024 at 7:07 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 149

John,  As 2024 wraps up, we at the Arizona AFL-CIO want to say thank you. This year has been full of challenges, victories, and everything in between, and through it all, you’ve shown what makes the labor movement so special: sol…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

December 20, 2024 at 9:34 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 148

John,  As we look ahead to the challenges and opportunities facing organized labor in this critical moment, one thing is clear: we cannot afford to stand still. Among the 200,000 eligible Arizonans, many of our members and their …

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

December 13, 2024 at 8:27 PM

Join Us for an Information Picket at PHX Terminal 4 on Monday!

John, ? This Monday, December 16th, join us for an important show of solidarity with our CWA Piedmont Airlines passenger service and ramp workers! While they continue to bargain for a fair contract, your solidarity is crucial in showing Piedmont Airlines t…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

December 13, 2024 at 8:24 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 147

John,  When I heard the news that senators blocked Lauren McFerran’s reconfirmation as chair of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), my first thought was how this impacts every single one of us. Lauren has been a champion f…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

December 6, 2024 at 10:23 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 146

John,  At the Arizona AFL-CIO, we believe that every worker deserves dignity, respect, and fair compensation for their labor. Yet, for far too long, workers with disabilities have faced systemic discrimination in the form of subm…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

November 27, 2024 at 7:12 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 145

John,  As we start to gear up for the long weekend ahead, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what matters most—our families, our communities, and the solidarity that binds us together in the labor movement.   This holiday season…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

November 22, 2024 at 8:00 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 144

John,  National Apprenticeship Week (November 17–23) is a time to celebrate the incredible opportunities that apprenticeships provide to working people, their families, and our communities. These programs help secure good-paying …

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

November 21, 2024 at 5:25 PM

Join us - Citizenship Fair for our Union Family!

The Arizona AFL-CIO is hosting a Citizenship Fair to provide free assistance with N-400 applications, legal guidance, and more. Let's make this opportunity count—RSVP today! Hello John,   As we continue to assess the landscape of organized labor’s role in t…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

November 8, 2024 at 7:39 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 143

John,  As we close the books on one of the most impactful campaigns in our history, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude. This year’s Labor 2024 Campaign was nothing short of monumental. Thanks to your hard wor…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

November 1, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 142

John,  The Final Push Begins Now!    Today, November 1st, is the last day to vote early in Arizona. This election season, the Arizona AFL-CIO has been on the ground, mobilizing voters across the state, and we're down to the final…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

November 1, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Reminder: AZ AFL-CIO Final GOTV Kickoff 11/2

John,    Friendly Reminder!    Join us for the Arizona AFL-CIO Final GOTV Canvass Kickoff as we gather union members, volunteers, and community allies for our last big push before Election Day.   We’re excited to host an inspiring lineup o…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 30, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Join Us for the Final GOTV Kickoff – Let’s Finish Strong!

John,    We’re down to the final stretch, and we need you with us to make this last effort to get out the vote! Join us for the Arizona AFL-CIO Final GOTV Canvass Kickoff as we gather union members, volunteers, and community allies for our l…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 25, 2024 at 9:19 PM

Join Us Monday – Rally for Fair Pay & Safety for Piedmont Workers at PHX!

John, ? This Monday, October 28, join us for an important show of solidarity with our CWA Piedmont Airlines passenger service and ramp workers! Over a year into negotiations, these dedicated workers are still fighting for a fair contract that guarantees be…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 25, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 141

John,  We are getting so close to Election Day, and I know you all have been putting so much effort into making sure we elect candidates that protect and understand working families. This week's issue was written by our Training …

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 25, 2024 at 4:30 PM

REMINDER: Join Us for the Solidarity Rally & Canvass – Oct. 26th!

John,   This is a friendly reminder about the Solidarity Rally happening this Saturday, October 26th, 2024! We will be joining forces with union members and allies from across the country and show the power of labor and community in action t…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 24, 2024 at 7:36 PM

Join Us for the Organized Labor Early Vote Celebration with Joe Kennedy III & Cesar L. Chavez!

John,   We are excited to invite you to a very special event! Please join the grandsons of two legends of organized labor, Joe Kennedy III and Cesar L. Chavez, for an Organized Labor Early Vote Celebration!    We will hear from inspiring speakers about the…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 23, 2024 at 11:34 PM

Join Us for the Solidarity Rally & Canvass – Oct. 26th!

John,   We’re excited to invite you to a Solidarity Rally and Canvass on Saturday, October 26th, 2024! We will be joining forces with union members from across the country and show the power of labor and community in action this election cyc…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 21, 2024 at 11:32 PM

Join Us for a Women Wednesday Postcard Writing

John,    Union Women Get It Done!   We're excited to invite you to join our Women's Wednesday Postcard Writing event, this Wednesday where Union Women will write fellow Union Women to make a difference. With fifteen more days until Election …

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 18, 2024 at 8:16 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 140

John,  The stakes couldn’t be higher for reproductive rights in Arizona. Proposition 139 is a crucial measure that will protect access to abortion, ensuring that women across the state hold the freedom to make personal healthcare…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 17, 2024 at 5:34 PM

REMINDER: Join Us for the Labor Unity Rally on October 17!

John,    Friendly Reminder!    This is a friendly reminder of the Labor Unity Rally, co-hosted by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and the AZ AFL-CIO constituency group, the Labor Council for Latin Ameri…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 15, 2024 at 11:36 PM

Join Us for the Labor Unity Rally on October 17!

John,    We are thrilled to invite you to a Labor Unity Rally on October 17th, 2024, from 3:30 to 6:00 PM, co-hosted by AFSCME and the Arizona AFL-CIO constituency group, LCLAA. This is an exciting opportunity to bring together union members…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 14, 2024 at 11:57 PM

Join the CLUW Canvass in Support of Prop 139

Dear John,    The Arizona AFL-CIO’s Labor 2024 Campaign is proud to sponsor a Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW) canvass in support of Proposition 139 – Arizona for Abortion Access! We are hitting doors to defend women’s rights because we…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 11, 2024 at 8:58 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 139

John,  As early voting has already started in Arizona, a voting plan for you, your family, and your friends is of paramount importance. If you have a mail-in ballot, fill it out as soon as you receive it and send it back; that wi…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 10, 2024 at 6:48 PM

Early Voting Has Officially Started in Arizona

Dear Union Siblings,     Arizona's General Election is just around the corner on November 5th and early voting has officially begun! Ballots are being mailed out starting yesterday, so now is the time to make your voice heard by electing can…

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  Nal-Nishii Labor Federation · [email protected]

October 9, 2024 at 11:23 PM

Join Us for an Indigenous Union Member Phone Bank on Indigenous Peoples' Day!

Dear John,? ? The Nal-Nishii Federation of Labor is proud to announce an exciting opportunity to engage and mobilize our indigenous community on Indigenous Peoples' Day, Monday, October 14. We are hosting a phone bank from indigenous union member to indige…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 11:14 PM

Join Us for a Women Wednesday Phoenbank - Last Call for Volunteers

John,    Union Women Get It Done!   We're excited to invite you to join our Women's Wednesday Phonebank tomorrow, where Union Women will call on fellow Union Women to make a difference. With mail-in ballots going out tomorrow, your involveme…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 4, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 138

John,  A giant in the fight for civil rights, equal treatment for minority groups, and the fight against apartheid in South Africa, we remember and honor the life and legacy of Labor and Civil Rights icon, Bill Lucy. Even if he w…

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  Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

October 4, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Volunteers Needed This Weekend to Drive NNU Members in Tucson!

John,   We're reaching out to ask for your support this Sunday, October 6th! National Nurses United (NNU) members are coming to Tucson, Arizona to knock on doors in support of labor-endorsed candidates. We need drivers to help transport thes…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

September 27, 2024 at 9:45 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 137

John,  The American Postal Workers Union (APWU) represents the dedicated 200,000 postal workers who ensure that life-saving medications, essential documents, heartfelt letters, and even vote-by-mail ballots reach o…

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  Fred Yamashita, Arizona AFL-CIO · [email protected]

September 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Arizona Labor Dispatch, Vol. 2, Issue 136

Sisters, Friends, and Allies, We’re excited to invite you to our Women’s Wednesday events in October! Let's come together with our union sisters and advocates for working women’s rights as we gear up for the crucial election seas…

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