CWA Local 1180
The union working for working people Local 1180 is an affiliate of the Communications Workers of America (CWA) located in New York City.
We represent more than 8,000 workers. Most of us work for the City of New York, in dozens of Mayoral agencies and at the Health and Hospitals Corporation. Local 1180 also represents workers at the Board of Education, the Housing Authority, the Transit Authority, the School Construction Authority, the state's Unified Court System; at private companies such as the Jacob Javits Convention Center; and
Strong unions fight for fairness, dignity, and protections for every worker. This Pride Month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ members who strengthen our movement every day.
This month, we celebrate Caribbean-American heritage and recognize the hardworking union members whose voices, leadership, and solidarity make our movement stronger every day.
This Memorial Day we remember the fallen and stand united in the values they fought to protect: freedom, dignity, and opportunity for all.
This Armed Forces Day, we recognize and honor the members of our union who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Your service and commitment do not go unnoticed—thank you.
05/11/2026
This May, we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month.
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. CWA Local 1180 stands with our members in prioritizing wellness, support, and balance.
Today is about honoring the women who show up every day—with love, strength, and resilience. Whether at home, at work, or in our communities, mothers make it all possible. Happy Mother’s Day.
05/04/2026
CWA Local 1180 showed up strong for workers at the May Day rally in New York City on Friday, May 1—standing in solidarity with unions and working people from across the city. Second Vice President Teesha Foreman took the stage to address the crowd, delivering a powerful message about unity, respect, and the ongoing fight for fairness for working people. May Day is a reminder that our strength comes from standing together. When we raise our voices collectively, we push forward the fight for dignity, equity, and justice on the job.
05/04/2026
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
We’re proud to celebrate the culture, resilience, and contributions of AAPI communities—and the vital role AAPI members play in our union. Together, we move forward stronger.
05/01/2026
On April 29, in recognition of Denim Day, Local 1180 staff and officers wore denim to stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual assault and to challenge the harmful myths and misconceptions surrounding it.
Teesha Foreman
05/01/2026
During Jewish American Heritage Month, we recognize the generations of Jewish Americans who have helped shape movements for workers’ rights, civil rights, and social justice.
Our strength has always come from standing together—across communities, across histories, and across struggles.
CWA Local 1180 is proud to honor that shared legacy and the power of unity.
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