More than 100 RWDSU members from across the Midwest region and the Tennessee District Council and more gathered in Indianapolis, Indiana on October 3–4 for the annual RWDSU 6-State Conference. The two-day event focused on strengthening our union through education, organizing, and solidarity and has now gone far beyond 6-states bringing a wide span of training and solidarity across the RWDSU.

The conference brought together delegates to build skills, share experiences, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing RWDSU members today. Delegates took part in a series of interactive trainings covering collective bargaining, organizing, immigration issues, and more with sessions led by experienced RWDSU leaders and staff…

RWDSU Local 1102 brought together stewards from across industries for two-days of intermediate and advanced training, which was the first time members from so many different workplaces gathered for a joint event focused on education, empowerment, and solidarity. The event was held in a Local 1102 organized hotel as well, supporting our own while coming together. 

The day offered robust workshops and discussions on key topics, including grievance handling, contract enforcement, organizing, and member engagement. The training reflected RWDSU Local 1102’s deep commitment to supporting its frontline leaders, the essential link between members, the union, and the movement for workers’ rights.

After a full day of learning and collaboration, members joined together for a celebration that carried special meaning for everyone present. RWDSU Local 1102 honored Paulette Fialkoff Amodeo with a Lifetime Membership Award, recognizing her extraordinary 64 years of dedication to the Local, the RWDSU, and the broader labor movement…

RWDSU Local 513 members in Wilmington, MA at Canteen have overwhelmingly ratified a new five-year contract, securing strong gains and continued stability for all workers. The contract was approved 100% by voting members, reflecting unity and confidence in the union’s bargaining efforts…

Members of Local 338 RWDSU overwhelmingly ratified a new five-year collective bargaining agreement that strengthens and safeguards what matters most to the 2,400 members working for one of the largest grocery chains in the Northeast.

The new agreement with Stop and Shop protects members’ healthcare, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits through increased employer contributions, with no added costs to members. It strengthens retirement security by maintaining and expanding employer-funded contributions to annuity and pension programs. Members will also see meaningful wage increases across all classifications, including higher minimum rates for full-time employees.

In addition to economic gains, the agreement includes stronger workplace protections from improved safeguards for cash handling, to new language ensuring the union is consulted before any technological or AI-related changes that could affect members’ jobs. Clearer emergency safety procedures further ensure that members’ well-being remains a top priority…