AFSCME Local 668

"In our glorious fight for civil rights, we must guard against being fooled by false slogans, as 'right to work'. It provides no 'rights' and no 'works'. It's purpose is to destroy labor unions and the freedom of collective bargaining... We demand this fraud be stopped."

- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 1961

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For Illinois paramedic, a desire to fully serve his community is hampered by short-staffing

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Thanking EMS professionals is not enough; we must help them solve a staffing crisis

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AFSCME honors public safety professionals during National Law Enforcement Week

National Law Enforcement Week gives us an opportunity to recognize the sacrifices and contributions of America’s public safety professionals.

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This Nurses Week, we salute those who care for us and stress the need to hire more nurses

National AFSCME News

For Illinois paramedic, a desire to fully serve his community is hampered by short-staffing
Fully serving his community is Illinois paramedic Nick Fensom’s goal. But short-staffing is thwarting him from doing that. — Jun 2
Geologists rock: Celebrating our rock and mineral scientists in natural resources
Protecting Ohio’s natural and mineral resources is OCSEA members Brittany Parrick’s job – and she rocks. — Jun 1
Understaffing, other workplace challenges discussed in mental health worker round table
In a round table discussion, mental health workers discussed their workplace challenges and ways to resolve them. — May 31
Thanking EMS professionals is not enough; we must help them solve a staffing crisis
To thank the EMS professionals who save lives in our communities every day, we must help them solve a staffing crisis they cannot address single-handedly. — May 26
Kidspace Children’s Museum workers announce plans to build power through AFSCME
Workers at Kidspace Museum want to unionize to gain respect and have a say in the daily decision-making process. — May 25