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AFSCME Council 4's Endorsements for the 2025 Municipal Election
AFSCME Council 4's Training Schedule for September–December 2025
AFSCME Council 4's Paid Family & Medical Leave Informational Sessions
Don't Miss Your Chance to be Heard—AFSCME Council 4's Lobby Day is Wednesday, May 14th!
Upcoming Events
Council 4 Training: Chairing Effective Meetings
Best practice on how to run an effective meeting. What to do prior, during and after meetings.
Council 4 Training: Roth IRAs (Traditional vs Roth)
Understand the differences between the two to maximize more tax efficient retirement.
Council 4 Training: New Employee/Member Outreach for Leaders
Designed for local leaders “Building Union Power from Day One.” Learn why it is so critical to talk to a new employee on their first day on t
AFSCME National Updates
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AFSCME members in Columbus fight back against public health cuts
In Columbus, Ohio, AFSCME members are fighting federal public health funding cuts.
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As government reopens, fight to protect families is ‘far from over’
As the federal government shutdown ended, AFSCME President Lee Saunders said the fight to protect working families is “far from over.”
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As Project 2025’s assault continues, AFSCME fights back
As Project 2025’s goals near the 50% mark, AFSCME is fighting back.
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Detroit Institute of Arts workers stand together to form a union
Employees at the Detroit Institute of Arts are forming a union through AFSCME.
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He gets the job done, even if he has to get ‘dirty to the bone’
Daniel Ellis, a skilled laborer for Houston’s Wastewater Operations Branch and member of HOPE AFSCME Local 123, is the latest winner of our union’s Never Quit Service Award.
Opportunities and Savings for AFSCME Members
Being an AFSCME member doesn't only give you an advantage at the bargaining table — it also gets you access to discounts and benefits that can help make life a little easier.