Our Voice – July 2026

Janitors Keep Union Contract at St. Mary's College

When janitors at Saint Mary’s College in Moraga learned that the college’s janitorial contract with ABM was going out to bid, they feared losing the wages, benefits, and protections they had fought so hard to win through their union contract.

Instead of waiting to see what would happen, the janitors organized.

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SEIU Members Pack Bargaining Room in Show of Support for Security Officers

SEIU members and supporters gathered on July 30, at The Westin San Francisco Airport to demonstrate solidarity with security officers as contract negotiations continued.

An estimated 70-80 people ultimately participated, creating a high-energy atmosphere outside the room and eventually entering the room to speak with the employers.

 

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Resources for USWW members with Temporary Protected Status

Unfortunately, the Trump Administration is continuing their persecution of immigrants who are currently in the country with Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The Administration has terminated or is seeking to terminate TPS for 15 countries. Our partners at Building Skills Partnership are offering resoursces for impacted members and their families.

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