AFSCME Local 1716

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Questions? Concerns? Ask the Local 1716 President!

AFSCME Local 1716 wants to hear from you, our members.

Do you have a question or concern? Do you want to know more about what's happening with your union? Then go to the source!

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We're Hiring for Union Organizer/Political Activist

AFSCME Council 4 is currently accepting applications for the following position:

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Photo of four AFSCME members in different professions

To honor those who died on the job, give every worker a voice in the workplace

Workers Memorial Day 2021 arrives at a moment of the greatest urgency, when the front lines of the war against

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Council 4 Announces 2021 Education Scholarships

Tell Gov. Lamont to Ensure Safe & Successful Schools

Help us make a difference in 2021 by adding your name to our petition urging Gov. Ned Lamont to take action to protect our school communities during COVID-19.

National AFSCME News

‘When we talk about money being released to schools, how do we ensure that truly helps students?’
American Rescue Plan funding should benefit students and paraprofessionals in District of Columbia Public Schools, member says. — May 5
The Walters Art Museum workers in Baltimore plan to form a union
Workers at a famed Baltimore museum plan to form a union through AFSCME to gain a valuable voice on the job. — May 4
We thank corrections workers for their sacrifices, selfless duty during pandemic
For the sacrifices they’ve made during the pandemic, corrections staff deserve our deepest gratitude. — May 3
Adams County workers ratchet up pressure to secure first contract
Workers in Adams County, Colo., are tired of waiting for their employer to finish negotiating their contract. They are taking action to get the county to finish its part. — Apr 30
Biden’s American Families Plan ‘groundbreaking,’ says AFSCME President Saunders
AFSCME President Lee Saunders calls President Joe Biden’s American Families Plan “groundbreaking.” — Apr 29

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AFSCME Local 1716