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UMWA Miners plead with Maw-Maw Ivey

Striking miners at WarriorMet went to Montgomery, Alabama on their one year anniversary to ask Governor Kay Ivey to call-off ALEA. Alabama Law Enforcement Agency still escorts SCABS in and out of WarriorMet in Brookwood, Alabama as the strike continues beyond 450 days.

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12 May, 2023

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.

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

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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If we want to build up worker power, our outdated labor laws must keep up with the times.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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Rights and Protections for All Working Families

Millions of undocumented immigrants, who are vital to our economic recovery, still live in fear because of our outdated and inhumane immigration system. It’s time to put an end to this injustice. Tell your senators to pass a budget that includes a broad pathway to citizenship.

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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.

26, Apr, 2023

SIGN: Confirm Julie Su for Labor Secretary

Julie Su’s record speaks for itself. As a young attorney representing trafficked Thai garment workers outside of Los Angeles, she won $4 million in stolen wages. Her case set a huge precedent, and that was just the beginning of a storied career.

24, Apr, 2023

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Starbucks Founder Howard Shultz’s Congressional Testimony: Lies Detected

On Tuesday, Starbucks founder and former CEO Howard Shultz testified in front of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee.

02, Apr, 2023

Virtual Event: Lifting Up Women on the Shop Floor

Picture a manufacturing worker. Are you imagining a woman wielding a torch or assembling an SUV?

The manufacturing sector provides good jobs with family-supporting wages and benefits, which do not require four-year degrees. More women should hold these jobs.

23, Mar, 2023

Call: Paycheck Fairness Act

15, Mar, 2023

Upcoming Events

05 Jun

Governor's Labor/Management Conference

Registration will be open for this year's Alabama Governor's Labor Management Conference at a later date.

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20 Jun

AOLAF Board Meeting

11:00AM - 12:00PM

435 South McDonough St, Montgomery AL 36104

21 Jun

Alabama AFL-CIO E-Board Meeting

11:00AM - 1:30PM

315 N McDonough St, Montgomery, AL 36104

17 Jul

9th Annual Alabama State Conservation Dinner

The Union Sportsman's Alliance is the fastest growing non-profit conservation organization working to unite the union community through conservatio

5:30PM - 10:00PM

Island House Hotel-Island Ballroom, 26650 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange Beach, AL 36561