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President's Message

30 Aug, 2023

President's Message

30 Aug, 2023

President's Message

On Labor Day 2023, Tennessee's Working Families Have a Bright Future Ahead of Them

For many folks, Labor Day is often thought of as the “unofficial” end to summer.

But for those of us in the labor movement, it’s a turning point in our “summer of strikes” as we head into the fall.

On Labor Day 2023, Tennessee's Working Families Have a Bright Future Ahead of Them

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Legislative Updates

02 May, 2023

Legislative Updates

2023 Legislative Recap: An Infamous Session That Targeted Countless Tennesseans

14 Apr, 2023

Legislative Updates

Victory for Democracy as Representatives Jones & Pearson are Reappointed

07 Apr, 2023

Legislative Updates

Representatives Justin Jones & Justin Pearson Unjustly Expelled from the TN House

03 Apr, 2023

Legislative Updates

Passage of Anti-Business Law Jeopardizes Tennessee's Economic Future

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Petition: Pass the Richard L. Trumka PRO Act

If we want to build up worker power, our outdated labor laws must keep up with the times. Support our workers. Take 30 seconds to add your name in support of the PRO Act.

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Donate to Help Ukrainian Workers and their Families

The Ukrainian people are in grave danger, fighting for their lives as Russians attack innocent civilians. Donate now to support Ukrainian labor organizations providing on-the-ground assistance through the International Trade Union Confederation.

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InTheNews

27 Jul, 2023

News

Find a strike near you

Workers from coast to coast are standing together for better wages, working conditions, benefits and more. The number of people involved in major work stoppages last year increased nearly 50%. This year, we’re on track to break that record.

Find a strike near you

16 Jun, 2023

News

Labor for Biden Event

President Biden has invested in infrastructure, strengthened workers’ rights, protected our retirements, boosted Buy American rules, helped families through a pandemic, lowered prescription costs and more.

Above all, he has championed unions.

Labor for Biden Event

12 May, 2023

News

12 May, 2023

News

We’re fighting for a better future for working moms

Mother’s Day is about appreciating the care, sacrifices and support mothers provide to their families every single day. We see you, we support you and we thank you.

We’re fighting for a better future for working moms

A historical illustration of the Haymarket Riots in black and white featuring workers protesting in front of a building and smoke

01 May, 2023

News

Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond on May Day: The Fight for Justice Is a Global One

This May Day, the secretary-treasurer of the AFL-CIO recounts the chilling effect the Haymarket Square massacre in Chicago had on union activism.

Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond on May Day: The Fight for Justice Is a Global One

A sheet metal worker and a female worker with flair

26 Apr, 2023

News

25 Things You Need to Know from the 2023 Death on the Job Report

This 2023 edition of Death on the Job: The Toll of Neglect marks the 32nd year the AFL-CIO has produced a report on the state of safety and health protections for America’s workers.

25 Things You Need to Know from the 2023 Death on the Job Report

Upcoming Events

05 Oct

Memphis Bldg. & Constr. Trades Council Meeting

9:30AM - 10:30AM

12 Oct

Roy Grindstaff Skilled Trades Center Celebration

5:00PM - 8:00PM

Boxwell Reservation
1260 Creighton Lane
Lebanon, TN 37087

21 Oct

Union Sportsmen's Alliance Family Campout

All Day

Montgomery Bell State Park
Group Camp #1
1020 Jackson Hill Road
Burns, TN 37029

33rd Biennial Convention Information

President's Message

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Union Auto Program

Report an Unsafe Worksite

2021 Executive Paywatch

Record a Video

Legislative Updates

2023 Legislative Recap: An Infamous Session That Targeted Countless Tennesseans

Victory for Democracy as Representatives Jones & Pearson are Reappointed

Representatives Justin Jones & Justin Pearson Unjustly Expelled from the TN House

Passage of Anti-Business Law Jeopardizes Tennessee's Economic Future

Get Involved

Petition: Pass the Richard L. Trumka PRO Act

Donate to Help Ukrainian Workers and their Families

Upcoming Events

AFL-CIO News Feed