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OHSU Postdocs Win Contract!

OHSU and Postdoc Workers United: Tentative Agreement Reached

Teamsters Sanction OHSU Postdocs Strike

Will Not Cross Picketlines To Deliver To OHSU

Do Good Multnomah Workers ask for Voluntary Recognition With Oregon AFSCME

A strong majority of the over 270 shelter, housing, case management, and behavioral health workers at Do Good Multnomah asked their employer for voluntary recognition of

Oregon AFSCME Statement on Murder of Cascadia Mental Health Aide

July 18, 2023 - The horrific murder of Cascadia McCarthy Place Mental Health Aide, Haley Rogers has placed a spotlight on the issue of safety at one of Multnomah County’s mental health providers.

When contract negotiations began in May of 2023, the majority of Cascadia workers named safety as their number one concern. Frequent issues raised by members have included the scheduling of just one staff person to oversee a facility, program, or outing, in addition to a weapon risk protocol to protect staff and clients.

Oregon State Workers Reach Tentative Agreement on Historic Contract

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Salem, Oregon — In a landmark move that signifies the power of union action, state workers represented by Oregon AFSCME have reached a tentative agreement on their new contract with the State. This agreement brings unprecedented Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) increases for the state workers amidst the rapid rise in inflation and the current statewide staffing crisis.

SACU Workers Announce Vote of No Confidence Against SACU Director

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June 26, 2023

OHSU Hillsboro Medical Center Community Calls For Dignity and Fairness

The OHSU Hillsboro Medical Center (HMC) community is uniting to support over 50 housekeeping and cafe employees, predominantly women of color, who are facing termination after HMC recently announced its plan to outsource their work to a third-party company, leaving these dedicated workers in a vulnerable position. The rally aims to demand the dignity these workers deserve after years and in some cases, decades of service, including fair compensation and the protection of hard-earned benefits.

Legislative Session 2023 - Story of the Week - June 20, 2023

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Outside In Secures Groundbreaking Contract for Behavioral Healthcare Workers

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June 7, 2023, Portland, OR - Oregon AFSCME-represented workers at Outside In, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive behavioral healthcare services in the Portland area, announced the successful settlement of a transformative contract. This landmark agreement marks a significant milestone in improving the recruitment and retention of committed professionals in the field. 

Legislative Session 2023 - Story of the Week - June 5, 2023