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Better Together: AFSCME Council 31 Convention

Oct. 29, 2021

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Oct. 29, 2021

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Better Together: AFSCME Council 31 Convention

With the theme of Better Together, AFSCME Council 31’s 22nd biennial convention focused on all that has been achieved through solidarity over the last two years—and the importance of staying united to overcome the challenges ahead.

Better Together: AFSCME Council 31 Convention

VIDEO: In Memoriam—Rest in Power

Oct. 29, 2021

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Oct. 29, 2021

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VIDEO: In Memoriam—Rest in Power

This memorial video of AFSCME members who we have lost since our last convention in 2019 was aired at convention on October 15, 2021 and includes a beautiful performance by Renee Barnes who is on the staff of our international union.

VIDEO: In Memoriam—Rest in Power

VIDEO: AFSCME Council 31 On the Front Lines

Oct. 27, 2021

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Oct. 27, 2021

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VIDEO: AFSCME Council 31 On the Front Lines

AFSCME members have been on the front lines of this pandemic since Day One and we’re still going strong. Don’t miss this video that premiered at the Council 31 convention on October 16.

VIDEO: AFSCME Council 31 On the Front Lines

On the Job: Bill Van Buskirk

Sep. 21, 2021

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Sep. 21, 2021

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On the Job: Bill Van Buskirk

A member of AFSCME Local 799 and a Madison County Probation Officer, this AFSCME member makes a difference every day.

On the Job: Bill Van Buskirk

AFSCME helps change the law for Wexford CNAs

Sep. 21, 2021

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Sep. 21, 2021

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AFSCME helps change the law for Wexford CNAs

In the spring state legislative session, the AFSCME Council 31 lobbying team secured passage of a bill that helps certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in the Illinois Department of Corrections maintain their certification.

AFSCME helps change the law for Wexford CNAs