October Newsletter # 31

Local 3902

CWA’s Errol Minor Joins NAACP Labor Discussion

Last month, Errol Minor, host of the CWA Hour of Power podcast and member of the CWA National Civil Rights and Equity Committee for District 3, served as a guest panelist at the 73rd NAACP Alabama State Convention on the campus of the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. The gathering included civil rights leaders, activists, and community members celebrating the power of collective action and the enduring impact of the NAACP’s work in Alabama.

Minor shared perspectives on the intersection of labor rights, civil rights, and equity initiatives within our union, highlighting the critical role advocacy plays in empowering workers and marginalized communities. A key part of the conversation focused on the importance of educating union members on how public policies directly affect their daily lives, from wages and healthcare access to workplace protections and civil rights. By making these connections clear, unions can help members make informed decisions that strengthen both their livelihoods and their communities.

The NAACP has long been a crucial partner for labor movements, providing leadership and resources. From fighting discriminatory practices in the workplace to advancing policies that protect civil and human rights, their work complements CWA’s dedication to equity, fairness, and empowerment for all workers.

Whether through volunteering, attending events, or supporting initiatives, your participation can strengthen the bond between labor and civil rights advocacy and help create a more just and equitable society for everyone. For more information on how to get involved with the NAACP, visit NAACP.org or connect with your local chapter.

 
CWA’s Errol Minor participated in a panel discussion with other labor leaders at the 73rd NAACP Alabama State Convention in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Local 3640

We are excited to announce on 10/06 and 10/07 we held a new steward training and welcomed 9 new Stewards to CWA Local 3640. We represent American Airline Home based Reservations based out of Winston Salem, NC. Pictured left to right - Porsha Booker, Julie Pendleton, Ben Hege, Tamarrel Carter, Kate Wilson, Liz Wilson, Angie French, and Trish Cesari.

Thank you,

Katie Cronin

CWA Local 3640 - President

United Campus Workers TN

United Campus Workers TN Holds Annual Convention

On Saturday, September 27, United Campus Workers of Tennessee held their annual Convention in Nashville. UCW members and organizers from Memphis to Knoxville came together to discuss the issues facing higher education workers to plan statewide campaigns for the year. Conversation focused on how to grow the membership by talking to coworkers and ways of addressing concerns on pay, job security, morale, and visibility on TN campuses. Central wide-reaching campaigns will be on a living wage and academic freedom and free speech on campus. They also heard from a panel of graduate student leaders on their recent wins at the University of Tennessee Knoxville surrounding the elimination of graduate student fees and increases to graduate student stipends. Those also in attendance were Richard Honeycutt, CWA District 3 VP; Margaret Cook, CWA’s Public, Healthcare, and Education Workers Sector VP and former UCW-TN; and Shelly Baskin, Finance and Operations Manager of UCW Southeast out of UCW-Kentucky. UCW-TN is part of UCW Southeast with the 7 other UCWs in CWA’s District 3.

Pictured from left to right: Rick Kurtz, Lead Organizer Allison Becha, Caroline Mann, Jamie Booth, Ethan Mills, Mavis Wolff, Will Helbig, Organizer Ashton Beatty, Laurie macGillivray, Elle Robinson, Margaret Cook (CWA), Michael Principe (retired), Organizer Nikki Taylor, Carl Hess, Shelly Baskin, Caleb Gore, Beth Holden, Cynthia George, UCW-TN President Mia Romano, Jason Davis, Cassie Edmonds, Darla Bonagura, Juno Murray, Matthew Pamental, Robyn James, Richard Honeycutt (CWA), Lori Danley, and Organizer Olive Fairweather (not pictured: David Veazey and Mina Parkison)