On March 25, 1911, 146 people, mostly young female immigrants, were killed when a fire broke out at the Triangle Shirtwaist Co. garment factory in New York; the tragedy led to legal reforms for workers’ rights and workplace safety.
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Thank you to everyone who works in or has worked in food processing, factory production or food service. Rock stars.
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Yeah we do! #bettertogether #unionsmatter #nffestrong
NFFE USDA making Facilities announcement February 25 1:10pm ET U.S.Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and Deputy Secretary Stephen A. Vaden, joined by General Services Administration (GSA) Administrator Edward C. Forst will give an announcement regarding U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA) facilities. Once released, any proposed "reorg" plans are subject to Union negotiations, as required by the Master Agreement. They also have to be presented to congressional appropriations committees. Congress has 30 days to give USDA feedback on the proposal. USDA is streaming the announcement here: https://www.youtube.com/live/crMKJ2wyRAQ?si=MEX2yZYAOWAJYtVR Link in post € www.NFFE.org&@www.NFFE-FSC.org
We're learning the contents of the proposal with the rest of our colleagues. #unionsmatter #bettertogether #nffestrong www.youtube.com/live/crMKJ2w...
Once again - I am urging everyone who works a job that is represented by a Union to sign up as a full member of you have not done so. Sign up immediately!
Sign up also to contribute to Political contributions (C.O.P.E.) to keep your bargaining power strong at the table‼️
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Round fsc HOLD THe Line logo with clenched upraised fist in the middle. From the Desk of Genny Kotyk Forest Service Council President (acting) I want to thank everyone that was able to make it to W3 in the last couple months and especially to our training committee and instructors who put so much effort into refreshing the content and holding these meaningful trainings. Also a shout out to our council and committee chair members that took time away from their families to really put in some effort planning ahead for the next two years of our work. Hopefully, everyone traveled home safely. And lastly, I want us all to remember what we made it through this time last year: The Valentine's Day massacre. We came together stronger than we ever have with many of our union leaders really stepping up and putting a lot of time and effort into saving thousands of employees' jobs. Many of whom got reinstated because of the work of some of our newest union leaders. That's what unions are all about; recognizing what we can do collectively for each other and pitching in. I hope you enjoyed the double holiday weekend and come back ready to continue to hold the line. Her signature in white with grey. A photo of a blond longhaired female presenting person. @www.NFFE-FSC.org
Fsc intermediate steward training, with instructor cadre and Forest Service Council members. Reads the caption. There a gaggle of folks on stairs in front of a brick building. There's an assortment of men and women with varying hair lengths and ethnicities. The variety of beards&facial hair is impressive.
Your forest service council members who were able to attend reads the caption. A gaggle of folks are standing infront of a partially frozen harbor. There is asailboat mast poking up about a third of the way across the photo from the right. One person has taken a knee. Two folks are photo shopped in due to being mia during the original photo session. There are leafless trees in the background with some interspersed pines.
It's been a busy couple of months, trainingwise, but we wouldn't have it any other way!
We're working on photos from the other classes, if you have them, please slide them into our dms @iamw3center
#bettertogether #nffestrong #unionsmatter
NFFE eagle and cog logo on a blue field with a gold frame around the card. In white text: Heading to the field this winter? Remember that needing tO travel througn rockfall and avalanche terrain qualifies for Hazard Pay- don't short yourself when you do your paycheck. An inset screen shot of the master plan: e. Other Hazardous Duties In accordance with 5 CFR 550.904(a), General Schedule employees will receive hazardous duty pay for other specified hazardous duties, including such things as: 1. Traveling Under Hazardous Conditions - When travel over secondary or unimproved roads to isolated mountain top installations is required at night, or under adverse weather conditions (such as snow, rain, or fog) which limits visibility to less than 30 meters (100 feet), when there is the danger of rock, mud, or snow slides. 2. Work in Rough and Remote Terrain - Working on cliffs, narrow ledges, or near-vertical mountainous slopes where a loss of footing would result in serious injury or death, or when working in areas where there is the danger of rockfalls or avalanches. Caption in white text: Article 28 section 6e2 Normal white text again: If you've been denied hazard pay for qualifying work, you may be eligible for backpay and interest. http://www.NFFE.org & https://www.nffe-fsc.org
Keep notes, go back through your photo reel- the return on investment is worth it.
#yourworkmatters #bettertogether #unionsmatter #nffestrong #hazardpay
A class of studious adults are looking at the presenter. The camera person is in the back of the room looking in.
Today marks day one of intermediate Steward Training. Thirty of our coworkers, from across the country, are at William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center for a week of training strengthening their skills and adding to their toolboxes.
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Our membership is incredibly talented. Take for example this #protestsong written by Eric Antrim of local 251. #nowisthetime #bettertogether #nffestrong #unionsmatter #holdtheline
On salmon background with watermarked nffe logo. Nffe eagle and cogs logo at top. "Wildland firefighter with an accepted dol/owcp case for one or more of the presumptive illnesses or cancers? Are you being denied treatment? If you are, email Chris Godfrey cgodfrey@mainstay-law.com and Bob Beckly bbeckley@nffe.org An ally is looking at taking legal action. " At the bottom of the page are the web addresses nffe.org &nffe-fsc.org and a graphic of a conifer fire and a deciduous forest partially burned.
The more we speak together, the louder our voice for change.
#holdtheline #bettertogether #UnionsMatter
NFFE National Federation Of Federal Employees logo. NFFE Local 1919 Meet Up Hosted by NFFE National Organizing Director, Andy Vanderheuel Come meet your NFFE National Organizing Director! Andy Vanderheuel, a former USDA Forest Service employee and former President of the NFFE Forest Service Council, will spend an evening in Washington DC meeting members and non- members to discuss: • Getting to know your Union • Union updates • Member benefits • Why and how to join Local 1919 WHEN: thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5pm WHERE: NFFE Headquarters, Game Room 1225 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 2005 (Near the Metro Center Station) PLEASE, RSVP to Andy by Tues, January 20th: Via either... avanderheuel@nffe.org or 202-880-0905 Blue info block at the bottom of the poster- NFFE is a national union representing 110,000 federal workers at nearly 40 departments and agencies government-wide. Our mission is to defend the rights of federal employees in the workplace, in the media, and in Washington, D.C. If you or a friend is interested in joining NFFE Local 1919, please visit www.nffe1919.com for more information.
Are you a #forestservice employee in the #dmv area? Local 1919 is hosting an inperson camaraderie and information session next week. Please rsvp by january 20th. #yourworkmatters #bettertogether #unionsmatter #nffestrong
Nffe logo top center on a blue background watermarked with the logo. Two Big Wins for local 5300 representing our Law Enforcement Officers 1) FS LEOs will be receiving the 3.8% raise in pp 1. Local 5300 took quick action working with management, partners and lobbying to ensure our LEOs were included in the National LEO cost of living increase after they were initially left off the authorization. 2) Journeyman 1801 and 1811 positions are receiving an extra grade on their career ladders. NFFE has long held that the GL 1801 and 1811 Position Discriptions (PDs) did not reflect the complexity of our work. The local, alongside management, worked tirelessly to ensure that PDs were updated and captured the work being done. The transition to the new PDs will become effective starting in pp2. Those with time in grade will be promoted in the same timeframe. Roni Fein, CVP and local 5300 were specifically complimented for their work getting these initiates across the finish line by Law Enforcement and Investigations Director Tracy Perry http://www.NFFE.org & https://www.nffe-fsc.org
Huge win! #ourworkmatters #unionsmatter #bettertogether #unionstrong #nffestrong
What can you do today? Resist by supporting unions. #unionsmatter #unionstrong
National Federation of Federal Employees, forest service council, 2025 union accomplishments is written in navy text over a bone back behind with faint contour lines. The nffe-fsc round pulaski and chainsaw logo is in the lower left half of the card. There's an arrow pointing to the right.
The fsc round logo is shifted to the upper left corner. The slide is titled: Protecting Jobs, Pay & Benefits. Bulleted list: probationary jobs restored, permanent wildland firefighter pay, h-pay correction act introduced, high-3 retirement protected, defined medical benefits restored, 6(c) supplemental pay preserved, took IRPP to arbitration. We stopped harmful proposals and protected what workers earned. There's an arrow enticing you to swipe right.
Fsc logo on upper left corner. Title: union growth&power, subtitle: growing union power nationwide. Bulleted list: 50 new forest service units organized, 1800+ new members welcomed, 187+ meetings with congressional leaders. Stronger membership means Stronger representation. Arrow to right
Fsc logo is in upper left corner. Title: advocacy & worker protection, subtitle: taking worker issues to congress. Bulleted list: testified on inhalation hazards affecting federal workers, protecting America's workforce act passed the house, continued support for injured members through owcp advocacy. Worker voices belong at the table and nffe/fsc made sure you were heard. Arrow to right.
It's been a year.
#bettertogether #unionstrong #unionsMatter
Our standard blue background with diagonally watermarked nffe logos and the nffe logo at the top of the card. The body reads"protect America's workforce act passed the house (the passed the house bit is in yellow instead of white font for umph)! On to the Senate. Thank you everyone that contacted your representatives and helped to achieve this!" At the bottom in a yellow ochre pill shaped blob are the web addresses nffe.org and nffe-fsc.org
Next up the senate, when this passes it will protect the rights of a million federal workers like us.
#yourvoicematters #yourworkmatters #bettertogether #unionsmatter
The better head is blue sky behind the capital dome with a red banner reading nffe legislative Action Alert with a red"act now" button. The body reads: the house of representatives will be voting Wednesday, December 10th or Thursday, December 11th on the Protect America’s Workforce Act, which restores collective bargaining rights for over one million federal workers. Tell your representatives to vote "yes" today! The footer indicates it's a letter campaign by National Federation of Federal Employees and includes a round crop of their ribbon and eagle logo.
We drafted a letter/ script for you to use :) Remember, on your own time and device, you have the right to contact your congressionals! actionnetwork.org/letters/tell... #holdtheline #unionsmatter #bettertogether #mutualaid #signalboost
Someone got a paycheck for $2 and change because of the withholding #bettertogether #unionsmatter
Black background with some sparks. Nffe logo at the top centered. Crossword style you down the left side joining union across in yellow text. The U is yellow and orange. There is a finger pointing out of the graphic at you. On the right is the text "you put the U in Union" in yellow. The solo U is yellow and orange again. At the bottom is the web address nffe-fsc.org/membership
It's folks like YOU who make the Union. Committee members, stewards, social media, legislation, prioritizing what we address next...all driven by meer mortals like you. Training is provided.
Membership is what you make of it, so is your local. Get involved today :) #bettertogether #unionsmatter
Seasonal leaf art on left. Centered in the remaining space is the text "happy Thanksgiving! From local 125. We are thankful for our members, stewards, and officers who show-up for each other and the public no matter what!
Happy Thanksgiving! #yourworkmatters #bettertogether #unionsmatter
What can you do today? Anti-union means anti-worker, unfair wages, lack of benefits, and more. Read the list below and #boycott them all! #unionsmatter
Thank you for sharing 💪🏿✅💯 #UnionsMatter
Standing in Solidarity with the workers 💯✅👌🏿✊🏿 I've refused to go to Starbucks for many years now✅💯✊🏿 if you are still going to Starbucks please stop going✅💯💪🏿 please don't cross the picket line✅💯💪🏿 stand with the workers 👏🏿💯✅💪🏿
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Black shutters with yellow text "longest shutdown in history" The nffe eagle and cogs logo is at the bottom.
Not sure about all yall but we're tired of being shut out by Congress. There's work to get done.
#ourworkmatters #saveourservices #holdtheline #nffestrong #UnionsMatter
If you and your colleagues received a follow-up furlough notice that omits the wording about getting repaid after the shutdown ends, employees may want to respond back with some version of the following: “Acknowledged receipt of furlough notice dated 31OCT2025. I understand that I am being placed in a furlough status due to the lapse in appropriations. However, I note that this notice omits the standard statement regarding retroactive pay under 31 U.S.C. § 1341(c) and the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019, which provides that both furloughed and excepted employees are entitled to receive back pay at their standard rate after the lapse ends. My acknowledgment of this notice does not waive any rights or entitlements under applicable law.”
We've had some questions about the omission of the furlough pay provisions in the recent shutdown notices. Here's language you can include w/signature acknowledging the new notice that ensures you aren't waiving your rights.
#yourworkmatters #bettertogether #holdtheline #nffestrong #UnionsMatter
Thank you @democracyforward.org! #bettertogether #holdtheline #unionsmatter
On a royal blue background with the nffe eagle and cog logo watermarked diagonally across it. "Breaking: all nffe represented units are now protected under the Temporary Restraining Order against Rifs starting during furlough. This includes our new DaoI siblings!" At the bottom in a bronze pill shaped box are the nffe.org and nffe-fsc.org websites.
Judge Illston added all @nffe.bsky.social units including is and DOI to the Temporary Restraining Order she had issued on the 15th. (democracyforward.org/updates/fede...) #bettertogether #holdtheline #unionsmatter #unionstrong
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#Trump & his Administration are doing all they can to abolish #Unions & take away #Workers Rights.
#StayStrong
