WASHINGTON, August 24, 2025 — The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) and the Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP), the first labor union led by African Americans to join the American Federation of Labor (AFL).
Read moreIAM Union and TCU/IAM commemorative video honoring the 100th anniversary of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, highlighting the sacrifices and achievements of the Pullman porters and the lasting impact of Randolph’s leadership.
Read moreFor the fifth straight year, the IAM Local 1746 Women’s Committee and the IAM Union Eastern Territory have partnered with East Hartford Public School in Connecticut to help with a backpack rally event by collecting donations, packing backpacks, and participating as a vendor on the distribution day. IAM Union Local 1746 and IAM Union Eastern
Read moreThe IAM’s Oregon State Council recently met near Portland to discuss ways to enhance non-partisan political engagement with union members.
Read moreIAM District 1888 Directing Business Representative Bill Benson details the negotiation preparation process for a new contract with NWI Aerostructure in Tennessee. Approximately 265 IAM Union members work at the company, which specializes in large-scale machining and assembly of aircraft components for major aerospace clients.
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