The key role women play in the labor movement and our society will take center stage at Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel, during the 2019 IAM Women’s Conference from April 4-6, 2019. Click here for the official call letter. “Women Rising: Unite the Fight” is the theme of the conference and the importance of the role our […]
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Machinists Celebrate Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and the IAM is proud to recognize the valuable role African Americans play in our country and the labor movement. To begin, we are honoring the legacy of A. Philip Randolph, a staunch leader in the civil In 1925 Randolph organized and led the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, which was the first predominantly black labor union. […]
Submit Your Entries for the IAM Photo Contest
Calling all IAM members who enjoy taking photos. The 2019 IAM Photography contest is now open, so get out your cameras or smartphones and start snapping some pics. Submit your pictures of IAM members in their workplace, union function or performing community service for a chance to win a cash prize have your photo featured […]
Machinists Call for Smarter, More Humane U.S. Healthcare System
The Machinists Union remains steadfast that every American has the right to comprehensive health care and strongly supports a Medicare-for-all health care system. The United States spends more than twice the average per capita on healthcare compared to other developed nations, yet ranks near the bottom in life expectancy and other health outcomes. Our for-profit […]
US Government Shutdown Affects Airport Operations
The US Government shutdown is having a major impact on the country’s airports. As the longest shutdown in U.S. history continues, an increasing number of TSA agents can no longer afford to come to work without pay causing airports in Washington, Atlanta, Houston and Miami to adjust their security checkpoints. Several airports in the US […]