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Saluting The Boy Scouts
The IAM held its annual banquet to honor Washington, D.C. area based Boy Scouts. International President R. Thomas Buffenbarger also handed out awards to several people from the public and private sectors who have generously supported the non-profit organization.
IAM to Weigh US Airways Take-Over of American Airlines
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) today reassured its members at US Airways that it will aggressively represent their interests in any potential takeover of bankrupt American Airlines.
“The IAM’s first responsibility is to protect the seniority, job-security, wages, benefits and pensions of our members at US Airways,” said IAM Transportation General Vice President Sito Pantoja. “We have a long history at US Airways, with substantial experience defending members during mergers and uncertain economic times. We are fully prepared to protect our members as this process unfolds.”
Minimum Wage vs. Living Wage
Eight states raised their minimum wage rates January 1, 2012: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Montana, Ohio, Oregon, Vermont and Washington. Yet, there's still debate over a minimum wage vs. a living wage.
2011 Guide Dogs Dinner
Las Vegas is the site of the 2011 Guide Dogs of America (GDA) banquet, an annual event sponsored by the IAM that celebrates the charity, honors volunteers and raises money for the organization. This year’s Gift of Sight awards were given to three GDA supporters, two of which are from the IAM Southern Territory.
2012 Employee Assistance Professional (EAP) Class Information
Please be advised that EAP Classes must be taken in order.
EAP I November Class Registration and Instruction Form in English
EAP I November Class Registration and Instruction Form in French
EAP 3 July Class Registration and Instruction Form in English
EAP 3 July Class Registration and Instruction Form in French
Employee Assistance Classes
Employee Assistance Professional (EAP) classes are held at our tranquil William W. Winpisinger Education & Technology Center in Southern Maryland. At the classes, participants learn how to assist workers and their families through prevention, intervention, assessment, directed care and follow-up services. Community initiatives are promoted that improve the lives of workers and their families.
The IAM is in discussions with the National Labor College (NLC) regarding the development of a degree program for Machinists who desire a career in this field. EAP-I and EAP-II have been assessed for accreditation through the NLC and are now worth three semester credits each at the college or university level. Similarly, the EAP-III program will be submitted for assessment for four semester hours of credit.
An EAP-IV program is in the final stages of planning and will enable a successful participant to achieve certification as an EAP specialist. The educational curriculum will be fully recognized at the college level, workplaces, the employee assistance community and throughout the IAM.
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A Yes For the IAM
September 26, 2011 - For the flight attendants at Express Jet Airlines the answer is simple...YES!
Kucinich Calls for Immelt Ouster
Ohio Democratic Congressman Dennis Kucinich is calling on the White House to remove General Electric CEO Jeffrey Immelt from his post as head of the President’s Council on Jobs and Competitiveness.
A Cut Above The Rest
June 30, 2011 - It's not your traditional graduating class. But these men and women of labor share the same characteristics of any student accepting a diploma this season. They are the future!
Par For The Guide Dogs
It was straight down the fairway for Guide Dogs this year at the 15th Annual Dave Ritchie Golf Invitational.
Contract Talks Underway for 15,000 at General Electric
In the shadow of plant closing and job cuts, negotiations for a new contract covering nearly 15,000 workers at General Electric got underway in New York this week. The IAM represents approximately 1,500 GE workers at nine locations and is one of 10 unions negotiating with General Electric as part of the Coordinated Bargaining Committee.
April 3-8, 2011 Retirees Education & Strategy Session
During a week-long class, IAMAW retirees gathered at the William W. Winpisinger (W3) Center to rally, strategize, mentor and lobby.
The session began with an invigorating rally in Washington DC where our seasoned members showed their solidarity with working people all over the world. To follow were discussions at the W3 center regarding the right way to fix Social Security and Medicare, as well as the importance of our veteran union brothers and sisters in organizing new members.
The experienced retirees took time out of their busy schedule to mentor Aviation High School students attending a W3 class. On Wednesday, our valuable retirees went back to Washington DC to lobby their Congressional Representatives on topics important to everyone.
Recognizing the significance of older populations, Law Professor Alexey Dolzhikov traveled all the way from Siberia to visit the retirees with Rich Fiesta, Director of Government Affairs for the Alliance of Retired Americans. Alexey is studying retiree influence on America and how to make it a part of Russian democracy.
After a successful, busy week our helpful retirees returned home to carry out their vital work locally.
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Retirees' Education and Strategy Session
The Retirees, Community and Membership Services Department holds Retiree Education and Strategy Sessions at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Southern Maryland. The first session ran from February 27 through March 4, 2011. The second session ran from April 3-8, 2011. During the class, retiree coordinators assist in preparing an education program. Additionally, participants plan future agendas for the Retirees' Department, as well as prepare and establish Retiree Assistance Programs. For pictures, see the click more button below . . .
Alabama Local 2003 Gears Up for Contract Talks
Local 2003 at Ft. Rucker, AL is preparing for tough negotiations with Army Fleet Support. The 3,600 IAM members at the Army helicopter base test, fly and maintain the large helicopter fleet at the base, providing safe, quality helicopters to train our nation’s future Army aviators. The current contract expires May 1.Alabama Local 2003 Gears Up for Contract Talks
Local 2003 at Ft. Rucker, AL is preparing for tough negotiations with Army Fleet Support. The 3,600 IAM members at the Army helicopter base test, fly and maintain the large helicopter fleet at the base, providing safe, quality helicopters to train our nation’s future Army aviators. The current contract expires May 1.Machinists Question Immelt Jobs Agenda
In the past five months, General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt eliminated scores of U.S. jobs when he closed GE plants in Virginia, Massachusetts and Ohio. The IAM is asking if this is the record that inspired President Obama to name Immelt to be chairman of the new Council on Jobs and Competitiveness.Three IAM Members Receive Union Plus Grants
A trio of Machinists Union members from Ohio and Illinois are the latest recipients of Union SAFE grants from Union Plus. The grants, which do not have to be repaid, are designed to assist members of AFL-CIO affiliated unions who are facing financial hardship from health and educational expenses.Guide Dogs to Receive $25,000 Grant
They did it! Thanks to your help, Guide Dogs of America (GDA) will receive a check for $25,000 from Explore Dogs/Dog Bless You, a philanthropic multimedia project that showcases the positive work of non-profits.NMB Begins IAM Fleet Service Election at Delta
In one of the largest union elections in airline history, the National Mediation Board (NMB) today began mailing voting instructions to more than 14,000 Fleet Service workers at Delta Air Lines.It's Worth It
August 26, 2010IAM Responds to Proposed Atlantic Southeast-ExpressJet Merger
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) General Vice President Robert Roach, Jr. today issued the following statement in response to the announcement of a proposed merger between ExpressJet Airlines and Atlantic Southeast Airlines:
European Commission OKs United-Continental Merger
In an indication of how quickly the United-Continental merger is moving, the European Commission this week gave its approval to the $3 billion acquisition, saying they found minimum overlap on trans-Atlantic routes flown by the two carriers.European Commission OKs United-Continental Merger
In an indication of how quickly the United-Continental merger is moving, the European Commission this week gave its approval to the $3 billion acquisition, saying they found minimum overlap on trans-Atlantic routes flown by the two carriers.Portland Members Ratify New Agreement
Nearly 400 IAM members, employed at Daimler's Portland Truck Plant can thank an innovative contract for improving their employment outlook.
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