Union Member - here is your August 2024 e-newsletter (with updates since early July):
Engaging Early and Often to Make Positive Change
Our latest "Meet the Activists" showcases a new union member whose involvement in higher education policy is already raising the bar among her colleagues. Click here to share the feature on social media encouraging members of AFT Connecticut-affiliated locals to submit nominations
Reporting-Back from Houston on a Week of Labor Activism
Delegates from affiliated locals joined fellow leaders from across the country last week to vote on national union leadership, policy proposals and political endorsements. Click here for a video featuring Connecticut activists participating in activities and speaking out during the fourday event
Helping Labor Leaders Grow in a Difficult Political Climate *
A first-of-its-kind panel discussion at our recent annual state convention provided participating delegates with tangible training and concrete counsel aimed at effectively boosting membership. Click here for a report-back from the event where local union leaders shared proven methods for overcoming disengagement.
Taking Advantage of Deeply Discounted Career Development
The current rates for graduate level college courses available to affiliated PreK-12 members through our national union are set to rise in two months. Click here for the professional learning benefit made available in partnership with Misericordia University and Virtual Education Software (VESi).
