Aug 24, 2021 | iMail
If you’re looking for a new opportunity to donate to the Guide Dogs of America and Tender Loving Canines, please check out the 31 Guns in 31 Days Raffle.
The Southern Territory and Woodworkers Department are sponsoring this one-of-a-kind event in December, with a winner drawn each day. Participants will have a chance to win some really cool guns while providing help to the IAM’s favorite charity.
“The Southern Territory is excited to be working with the Woodworkers Department on this month-long event to help the Guide Dogs of America,” said Southern Territory General Vice President Rickey Wallace. “Guide Dogs has experienced a difficult year, but the IAM will continue to think of new, innovative ways to provide assistance to them. We hope this event will jumpstart a successful 2022.”
“The Woodworkers Department is looking forward to joining together with the Southern Territory to help support the Guide Dogs of America and Tender Loving Canines,” said Mike Rose, IAM Chief of Staff to the International President for the Woodworkers Department. “This unique event will truly be a team effort and opportunity to support this great charity.”
The deadline for buying tickets is November 30.
Click here for the list of guns in the raffle.
Last year, GDA completed a merger with Tender Loving Canines, and now provides hardworking service dogs for people who are blind/visually impaired, veterans, and individuals with autism to become trusted companions that bring confidence, independence, and mobility.
The organization’s services are provided free of charge to residents in the U.S. and Canada.
For more information on Guide Dogs of America, visit GuideDogsofAmerica.com.
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Aug 20, 2021 | LL S6 Leadership Alerts, LL S6 Upcoming Events
Local Lodge S6 has just been informed by the Bath Senior Center that the parking lot at the Senior Center will be open this Saturday. Construction was postponed. Please utilize the parking lot at the Senior Center for the General Membership Meeting.
We hope you will join us.
In Solidarity, Local S6 Leadership
Aug 19, 2021 | iMail
The IAM is pleased to report that it has reached a strong new tentative agreement at Southwest Airlines for approximately 7,000 IAM-represented Customer Service Employees (Customer Representatives, Customer Service Agents, Source of Support Representatives).
The IAM negotiating committee is working diligently to finalize the tentative agreement language.
Additional information and materials will be forthcoming.
“I am incredibly proud of our negotiating committee and our membership at Southwest Airlines,” said IAM District 142 President and Directing General Chair Dave Supplee. “IAM members at Southwest Airlines are constantly recognized for creating a top-notch experience for customers. This tentative agreement reflects upon our members’ commitment to service.”
“This is a tentative agreement that will place our members at Southwest Airlines back at the top of the industry,” said Richard Johnsen, IAM Chief of Staff to the International President. “The IAM negotiating committee deserves the credit for fighting to ensure our members at Southwest Airlines receive the wages and benefits they bargained for at the negotiating table. I am extremely proud of our members and the negotiating committee for their patience during this process. Our members are an integral part of Southwest, and this agreement shows their value.”
“Our negotiating committee stood in solidarity in our efforts to get the best deal for our members at Southwest Airlines,” said IAM Airline Coordinator Tom Regan. “This contract will serve as a model for the industry. Members had many challenges in 2020 due to one of the worst pandemics in our nation’s history. We hope that this new tentative agreement will be a shining example for the rest of the industry.”
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Aug 19, 2021 | iMail
Members of IAM Local Lodge 778 recently donated backpacks filled with school supplies to the Jackson County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) as a part of the IAM Midwest Territory’s “IAM H.E.L.P.S. in the Community” program. H.E.L.P.S. stands for Honoring, Engaging, Lifting, Providing and Servicing.
Local 778 surprised Jackson County CASA with 58 backpacks and school supplies to help children start back to school later this month. Judges appoint CASA volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in court and other at-risk settings.
“Today was a true demonstration of what community service in the IAM stands for,” said Midwest Territory General Vice President Steve Galloway. “Service to the community isn’t just a slogan for our members, they talk the talk, and walk the walk – continuously finding ways to give back despite the social distance challenges we’ve faced over the last 18 months. My thanks goes out to all Local 778 volunteers for making a difference in their community.”
The IAM Midwest Territory, along with their Districts and Locals, has hosted more than 20 “IAM H.E.L.P.S. in the Community” events, with more than 450 volunteers across the Territory, to date. Each District and Unaffiliated Local is tasked with hosting at least one event per year. For more information on the IAM Midwest Territory’s “IAM H.E.L.P.S. in the Community” program, click here.
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Aug 17, 2021 | iMail
Veterans from all generations are processing the news of what is currently unfolding in Afghanistan and could be experiencing a wide range of emotions and feelings right now. The IAM Veteran Services Program wanted to share resources available to veterans.
“As a U.S. Navy veteran, I can empathize with any Machinist or family member who might be affected emotionally or mentally with the events in Afghanistan,” said IAM International President Robert Martinez Jr. “I encourage anyone who may need help to utilize resources that the IAM and other organizations have to offer. We are always available to help our Brothers and Sisters in need.”
IAM Resources:
IAM EAP Services can be accessed by emailing iameap@iamaw.org or by calling 301-335-0735.
IAM Addiction Services can be reached by calling 1-888-250-4IAM (4426).
Resources from the AFL-CIO Union Veterans Council:
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