Federal workers matter
This is the March 3, 2025 edition of our twice-weekly newsletter about labor movement news in the DC region. Sign up to get our newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.
Judge blocks mass firings of probationary workers
A federal judge on Thursday ordered OPM to rescind directives that initiated the mass firing of probationary workers across the government, ruling that the terminations were probably illegal, as a group of labor unions argued in court. Read more »
UMD Graduate Student Workers call for collective bargaining
About 1,000 University of Maryland community members formed picket lines and marched across campus Wednesday to call for collective bargaining rights for graduate student workers. The Graduate Labor Union, a campus organization that advocates for collective bargaining rights for graduate workers, organized the event. Read more »
Contract negotiations at Center for American Progress
The CAP Union is bargaining for a new contract! "Yesterday, our negotiating team and NPEU friends held the first bargaining meeting with the Center for American Progress's executive team. We look forward to updating you all on our progress." More »
Actions + Events
Today: Federal Workers Matter with IAM and NFFE
Today @ 7-9 AM, McPherson Square
This morning, IAM and NFFE are outside the McPherson Square Metro to show federal workers the appreciation they deserve. Details.
Donate to the Federal Worker Solidarity Fund
Federal workers dedicate their careers to our communities. Now, it's time for everyone to have their backs. Donations are now open for our Federal Worker Solidarity Fund for the DC region. Donate to the Fund or apply for support.
Tomorrow: DOGE eviction rally with AFGE
Tuesday, March 4 @ 12 PM
1900 E St. NW
On Tuesday, from 12-1pm, join AFGE as they rally outside the Office of Personnel Management at 1900 E St NW to side with federal workers and evict DOGE.
Protect Our Kids Day of Action
Tuesday, March 4 - Nationwide
On Tuesday AFT leaders along with educators, students, parents and community allies will call on lawmakers to strengthen, not undermine, our local public schools and the services they provide our children. Learn more and join the national day of action.
Know Your Rights with NPEU
Tuesday, March 4 - 5:30-7:30 PM
Shaw Library, Meeting Room 1
Join fellow NPEU's Political Engagement Committee for a presentation about immigrant worker rights and how you can support your immigrant comrades. Register to attend.
Sponsor Evening with Labor 2025
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Evening with Labor 2025 is coming up on Saturday April 26 — less than two months away! That means now is the time for your union or organization to secure a sponsorship for this year's event. See all the available levels and benefits and secure your sponsorship today.
Around the Region
The DC region's own Robert Flack passed away last week at the age of 88. Flack was a Grammy-winning singer known for songs like "Killing Me Softly with His Song" and "The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face." She was also a longtime member of DC Federation of Musicians, AFM 161-710. As part of our remembrance of this DC-area union sister, listen to the sound and soul of Roberta Flack.
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