AFSCME-Colorado

Join Coloradans against unjust medical debt by showing up to the rally Center for Health Progress has organized on the West Steps of the Colorado Capitol Building tomorrow, May 8 at 11:30 am MT!

Sick of our health care system and decision makers upholding the status quo? We will not sit by as our legislators vote to allow medical debt to ruin lives. Join us at the Capitol THIS FRIDAY May 8th 11:30am-1pm! Will we see you there? Sign up here: https://secure.everyaction.com/UkBOap-Hv0O8EY_xu7diCw2

¿Estás harto de que nuestro sistema de salud y quienes toman las decisiones mantengan el status quo? No nos quedaremos callados mientras nuestros legisladores votan para permitir que las deudas médicas arruinen vidas. ¡Acompáñanos en el Capitolio ESTE VIERNES 8 de mayo, de 11:30 a. m. a 1:00 p. m.! ¿Nos vemos allí? Regístrate aquí: https://secure.everyaction.com/UkBOap-Hv0O8EY_xu7diCw2

When Crystal Torres was injured on the job, Adams County accommodated her by moving her position. But after she was cleared to work without the accommodation, she was asked to reapply for her old position at a rate of $9k less than what she was being paid before the injury. Together, we fought back and won!

“At times, this process felt like punishment or retaliation for being injured. I had to wait for an open position, re-interview, and then negotiate just to get back the salary I had already earned,” Torres explained.

“I am incredibly grateful for the support of AFSCME; they helped the county finally see reason and ensured I could return to my original role with my previous pay. This experience took a heavy toll on my mental and physical health, and I am beyond relieved to have it behind me. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome.”

During National Library Week, members of AFSCME Colorado recognize library workers for their public service. These workers strengthen the fabric of our communities and create a welcoming place to read, learn, grow, connect and create. They deserve the respect that comes from having a strong collective voice on the job.

“Serving the public is the deep ethic of everyone who works at the library,” said Karen Bowen, an adult literacy program coordinator at Boulder Public Library. “If I feel supported as an employee, I’m more able to support the vulnerable folks I work with.”

Bowen, a member of the organizing committee, and her colleagues are asking the Boulder Public Library District Board of Trustees to establish the policy framework for recognizing their union. A decision could come tomorrow on National Library Workers’ Day.

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We are thrilled to welcome back Ashley Bevans and Lorena Sogge to their positions at Southwest Food Excellence. After this mother and her daughter were unjustly terminated, our AFSCME union stood firm. We secured an agreement for their reinstatement at new school locations and back pay for time lost.

As Lorena perfectly put it: “My union dues are worth every penny!” Both of them are union leaders and will be an important part of our bargaining team when negotiations kick off this June. Their strength shows what we can achieve when we stand together. Welcome back!

Lesly Trejo turned to her AFSCME union for help when she was fired from her job in June. It made all the difference. She won her arbitration, including almost $20,000 in back pay plus full reinstatement.

“Thanks to the support and intervention of the members of AFSCME, my labor rights were effectively defended,” Trejo said. “As a result, a favorable resolution was reached that allowed me to return to my job, restoring my job stability and recognizing the importance of following the right processes within employment.”

More info below: https://afscmecolorado.org/news/unjust-termination-reversed-du-thanks-strong-afscme-representation
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Lesly Trejo recurrió a su local de AFSCME en busca de ayuda cuando fue despedida de su trabajo en junio. Marcó toda la diferencia. Ganó su arbitraje, incluyendo casi $20,000 en pagos retroactivos más su reincorporación completa.

"Gracias al apoyo y la intervención de los miembros de AFSCME, mis derechos laborales fueron defendidos de manera efectiva", explicó Trejo. "Como resultado, se alcanzó una resolución favorable que me permitió regresar a mi trabajo, restaurando mi estabilidad laboral y reconociendo la importancia de seguir los procesos correctos dentro del empleo".

Más información aquí: https://afscmecolorado.org/news/ser-parte-de-una-union-fuerte-la-ayudo-recuperar-su-puesto-de-trabajo

The story of Passover is a story of resistance, resilience and liberation. Today, we carry that legacy forward in our fight for workers’ rights.

It's officially front-page news! Congratulations to everyone who reversed Pueblo County's furlough plan. Our power as AFSCME members is undeniable.

Having protection on the job makes all the difference. Nicole Casias, an AFSCME member at the Denver Housing Authority, knew where to go for help when she needed it most.

"I experienced firsthand the true value of strong union representation," she said. "The unwavering support, professionalism, and clear guidance I received made a meaningful difference and reinforced my confidence in the strength of our organization. The strength of our union is not defined by words, but by action when it matters most—because in those moments, a strong union doesn’t just stand beside you, it delivers."

When workers come together through AFSCME, we are there to stand up for each other.

Front-line workers in Pueblo County showed everyone how to fight back and win. After weeks of organizing, we got the board of commissioners to cancel their unfair furlough plan. More details ⬇️

This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re feeling lucky to stand shoulder to shoulder with workers who show up for their families, their communities, and their country.