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Race and Labor (May) - Event Cancelled

May 14, 2025, 8:00 pm EDT
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO SCHEDULING ISSUES. REFUNDS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED. How does racism show up in our workplaces and in our unions? What are some strategies to confront it and build solidarity for a stronger, multiracial labor movement? And what can you say to union siblings who aren’t convinced racial justice has anything to do with union politics? »

Online Workshop: Running for Union Office

May 19, 2025, 8:00 pm EDT
One of the most important tools in the rank-and-file toolbox for transforming the labor movement is running for local union office. Internal elections are one of the ways that members can present a new way forward for the union, by putting the direction of the union in the hands of the membership—even if it means challenging existing leaders to do so. »

For Educators: What to do When Your Union Breaks Your Heart (May)

May 20, 2025, 7:30 pm EDT
Cartoon by Mary Matthews, drawingdailyusa.com If you’re a member of a teachers' union, unfortunately the chances are good that you’ve had your heart broken at least once by one of your own leaders. Public education, and public school workers, are facing harsh and hard times—understaffing, austerity, privatization threats, inadequate supports for students, and suppression of academic freedom. The need for collective action is obvious, but your union officials may not be helping bring that about. »

The People Win: Korean Labor and Social Movements Defeat a Dictator

May 22, 2025, 8:00 pm EDT
On December 4, just after U.S. elections brought Trump to power, the democratically elected president of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, declared himself a dictator and invoked a military coup-from-above. For the next four months, general strikes called by the KCFTU and massive popular mobilizations of civil society fought relentlessly to defend democracy. They ultimately prevailed when Yoon was impeached and thrown out of office on April 4. »

Stewards' Workshop: Thinking Like an Organizer (May)

May 28, 2025, 7:30 pm EDT
This workshop is intended for stewards and elected officers who work closely with stewards. Please register only if this applies to you. Join Labor Notes for an online workshop for shop stewards on “thinking like an organizer.” This workshop is based on this article of the same name. Shop stewards are the face of the union for most members - the people members see day to day, and rely on for everything from basic questions about the job to handling complicated grievances. »

New Orleans Troublemakers School - Event Cancelled

May 31, 2025, 10:00 am CDT
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO SCHEDULING ISSUES. REFUNDS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO HAVE REGISTERED. For questions about the event or any future scheduling, please contact lisa[at]labornotes[dot]org. Troublemakers Schools are day-long mini-conferences that cover organizing skills and highlight real-world examples of taking on the boss and winning. Date: Saturday, May 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Location: IATSE union hall 511 N. Hennessey St., New Orleans, LA 70119 »

Bay Area Troublemakers School (June)

June 14, 2025, 9:30 am PDT
Abajo, la información en español. Bringing together union members, labor activists, and local officers, a Troublemakers School is an incredible space for networking, building solidarity, and sharing successes, strategy, and inspiration. It’s a real shot in the arm for newbies and seasoned activists alike. In these perilous times, it more important than ever for workers to gather, share our knowledge, and build the labor movement we need to claim the world we want. »

UCORE CONFERENCE 2025

July 11, 2025, 3:00 pm EDT
Join us for UCORE's 2025 summer conference. »