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April 10 Bargaining Update
Dear members, At last week’s bargaining session, we presented our package of proposals including personal days, improved economics, and pay equity language. We will continue to… Learn more
BU ResLife Strike Information
Welcome to our landing page for the 2024 BU ResLife Workers strike. Below you will find important information about picket logistics, how to submit your documentation… Learn more
2024 BUGWU Strike Information
Welcome to our landing page for the 2024 BU Graduate Workers strike. Below you will find important information about picket logistics, how to submit your documentation… Learn more
Local 509 Calendar of
Events
DESE Chapter Board Meeting
DEEC Chapter Board Meeting
DTA Chapter Board Meeting
DOR/CSE Chapter Board Meeting
Our Work
As a union committed to fighting for the common good, our work goes beyond improving wages & working conditions through our contracts. Here are some of our recent campaigns.
COVID-19 Support for Foster Parents
We call on the Commonwealth to provide the necessary resources that address the unique challenges faced by foster families during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Organizing Committee
Our organizing committee is a space for members to learn more about our local’s current organizing campaigns, learn how we can grow and strengthen our union, and develop key campaigning skills.
Our work with Mass. Renews Coalition
C&EJ Committee Letter to PRIM Board
The Massachusetts pension fund is joining the climate fight
Our Climate & Environmental Justice Committee sent a clear message to the Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management Board: our members’ pension funds should not be invested…