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Heroes on the Front Line: Monica Halas

Heroes on the Front Line: Monica Halas

11 May, 2020

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Heroes on the Front Line: Monica Halas

UAW Local 2320 National Organization of Legal Services Workers (NOLSW) represents more than 4,500 members across the country. They are UAW’s only national amalgamated local union. Its members provide free legal services to low income residents needing assistance with housing, domestic violence, safety net services, health care and more...

Heroes on the Front Line: Monica Halas

Workers Memorial Day: Painful Year of Loss Reminds Us to Remain Vigilant About Workplace Safety

Workers Memorial Day: Painful Year of Loss Reminds Us to Remain Vigilant About Workplace Safety

28 Apr, 2020

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Workers Memorial Day: Painful Year of Loss Reminds Us to Remain Vigilant About Workplace Safety

For UAW members and workers everywhere, there is never a time when workplace safety should take a backseat to any workplace issue. Never has that been more true than it is today, as the world is dealing with the COVID-19 crisis. During this heartbreaking season of loss, the UAW has continued to stand as a fierce advocate for tough, science-based safeguards and measures. As reports of the coronavirus surfaced, UAW leadership quickly began monitoring reports, implementing precautions and working with employers to educate workers and implement stringent workplace safety measures...

Workers Memorial Day: Painful Year of Loss Reminds Us to Remain Vigilant About Workplace Safety

Heroes on the Front Line: David Gordon

Heroes on the Front Line: David Gordon

25 Apr, 2020

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Heroes on the Front Line: David Gordon

David Gordon, Associate Researcher and transitioning to Associate Professor Krogan Lab, University of California, San Francisco, UAW Local 5810 “I was wrapping up a genetic interaction mapping project on HIV in January when we became aware of the new coronavirus. Since then, we've been working around the clock to find the interactions between SARS-CoV-2 proteins and human proteins. By uncovering the human proteins that enable the spread of the virus, we are able to identify existing FDA-approved drugs which might be repurposed for COVID-19 patients.

Heroes on the Front Line: David Gordon

Statement from UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Delaying an Early May Start Date

Statement from UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Delaying an Early May Start Date

23 Apr, 2020

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Statement from UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Delaying an Early May Start Date

At this point in time, the UAW does not believe the scientific data is conclusive that it is safe to have our members back in the workplace. We have not done enough testing to really understand the threat our members face. We want to make sure the scientific data is supportive and every possible health protocols and enhanced protections are in place before UAW members walk into the workplace...

Statement from UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Delaying an Early May Start Date

Union vs. Nonunion in Today’s World: A Stark Difference

Union vs. Nonunion in Today’s World: A Stark Difference

23 Apr, 2020

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Union vs. Nonunion in Today’s World: A Stark Difference

What does it really mean to have a voice in your workplace? The extraordinary global crisis that we are all facing has put this into sharp focus. And at the forefront of this pandemic are essential workers -- those front line employees in hospitals, grocery stores, transportation industries, security and firefighters, warehouses, construction sites and more. For those who are union members with a collective bargaining agreement, their voices are heard. The power of union representation allows them to demand safety improvements, have a say in their workplace, their schedules and so much more. In short, they have a voice that is heard, something that non-union workers lack.

Union vs. Nonunion in Today’s World: A Stark Difference

Statement of UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Auto Coronavirus Task Force

Statement of UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Auto Coronavirus Task Force

22 Apr, 2020

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Statement of UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Auto Coronavirus Task Force

“Members of the Auto Coronavirus Task Force have been working daily on best practices for the health and safety of UAW Ford, General Motors and FCA members. This evening President Gamble talked with principles from all three companies. These talks are fluid and ongoing to ensure safe protocols are followed when the companies reopen...

Statement of UAW President Rory L. Gamble on Auto Coronavirus Task Force