UAW Local 686

The opening day of the UAW 39th Constitutional Convention included the adoption of convention rules and powerful remarks from AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield, and Reverend Dr. Wendell Anthony of the Detroit Branch NAACP, who emphasized unity, justice, and the continued fight for workers’ rights.

Delegates also honored former UAW President Ray Curry by granting him the title of President Emeritus, while retired UAW Vice President Chuck Browning was recognized with the UAW Social Justice Award.

Additional convention business included approving reports from the Credentials and Rules Committees and passing several constitutional amendments, including the creation of permanent Health & Safety standing committees and officially establishing the UAW Veterans Department within the UAW Constitution.

Our Generations Defining Moment

The UAW 2026 39th Constitutional Convention is underway. Region 9 , Local 686 is in the house!

The Labor's Night at the Races event hosted by United Way of Greater Niagara was highly successful, selling over 1300 tickets, each including a chicken dinner and admission to Ransomville Speedway. Thanks are due to our volunteers for their role in making the event a success.

UAW Local 686 & GM Lockport Operations will be hosting a Game of Chance , guess how many stars in a jar, to benefit Dream It Do It WNY ….

🏈 Take a chance to win tickets to the Buffalo Bills vs New England Patriots game on October 4th.

Look for us site June 22nd, July 16th and August 21st.

💵 we will accept cash and badge readers ,tap to pay through pay roll deduction options will also be available.

All money raised from this event supports the purchase of a Chevy Express Van to benefit Dream It Do It WNY .

💙 All donations will be matched by GM Cares. 💙

✊🏾🎉 Join UAW Region 9 this weekend as we proudly participate in the Buffalo Juneteenth Parade!

Juneteenth is a time to honor freedom, celebrate Black history and culture, and continue the fight for justice and equality. We invite all UAW members, retirees, families, and friends to walk with us as we celebrate this important day in our community.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Buffalo
🕣 Line Up: 8:30 AM
🚶 Parade Starts: 10:00 AM
📌 Line Up Location: Leslie St. – Position #10

👕 Region 9 T-shirts will be provided!
🍬 Refreshments and snacks will be available.

Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and continue building a future rooted in solidarity, equality, and justice for all.

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🏍️🥞 Rev up your engines, today was a day of fellowship, food, and community!

Region 9 UAW Local 686 Chaplaincy & Friends 3rd Annual Bike Blessing & Breakfast
Ride with purpose. Gather in fellowship. Give back to the community. 🏍️☀️🥞

⛳🏌️‍♂️ Tee Up for a Great Cause! 🏌️‍♀️⛳

Join UAW Local 686 for the Kyzmir Memorial Presidents Open Golf Tournament on August 23, 2026, at Niagara County Golf Course!

🏌️ 4-Man Scramble
⏰ Shotgun Start at 9:00 AM (Rain or Shine)
💲 $100 per golfer – includes greens fees, cart, refreshments on the course, and dinner.

All proceeds benefit the United Way of Greater Niagara. Gather your team, enjoy a day on the links, and help support our community.

📞 Register today and secure your spot!