Dear IAM Family, As we celebrate Labor Day, I want to take a moment to recognize and honor the incredible contributions of members like you across our union and beyond. Labor Day is not just any other holiday—it’s a powerful reminder that we are the backbone of our society, the builders of our economy, and […]
Register Today: Online Steward Training Begins October 1
Based on the success of its online training programs, the Winpisinger Center is offering Online Steward Training beginning October 1. This program provides the basics for new shop stewards who want to be effective in their roles but cannot visit the Winpisinger Center for training. “This initiative is another step forward in expanding our members’ access to […]
Applications for the 2026 Chris Wagoner Memorial Leadership Grant Due Nov. 30
The Winpisinger Center is soliciting entries for the 2026 Chris Wagoner Memorial Leadership Grant. The grant provides financial support for locals that want to send current and emerging leaders to Leadership training, but lack the resources to do so. Official Circular 908, which established the grant, provides funding to one Local from each IAM Territory […]
Register Now for the 2025 IAM Safety and Health Conference
Registration is now open for the 2025 IAM Safety and Health Conference to be held from October 19 – 24, 2025, at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, MD. Download the call letter and registration information. The conference will cover a variety of workplace safety and health issues, including but not limited […]