State Contract Ratification Vote: Tuesday, June 4!
In early May, we reached a tentative agreement on our state contract. Some highlights from our tentative agreement include: 11% raise over three years (along with our 2023 contract victory, […]
DCF Framingham social workers are fired up!
Today, Local 509 members held a lunchtime walk-out to show management that we deserve better conditions for the children and families we serve! More photos here.
DMH workers at Tewksbury informational picket
SEIU 509 members at Tewksbury Hospital stood with Massachusetts Nurses Association at an informational picket in Tewksbury! Together, we sent a clear message: workers demand safety and respect NOW. Read […]
State contract update: tentative agreement reached!
We are excited to announce that we have reached a tentative agreement on our state contract! Our bargaining team has worked tirelessly to get us here, and after a long negotiation […]
Statement on freedom of speech & academic freedom
“As a union representing thousands of workers across universities in greater Boston, we strongly condemn the wave of criminalization of peaceful protests happening across campuses. The suppression of free speech […]
Family child care educators reach a tentative agreement! // Los educadores de cuidado infantil familiar llegan a un acuerdo tentativo
{español sigue} After a year-long negotiation with hundreds of educators engaged and attending bargaining, SEIU Local 509 family child care providers reached a strong tentative agreement with EEC management on […]
April 10 Bargaining Update
Dear members, At last week’s bargaining session, we presented our package of proposals including personal days, improved economics, and pay equity language. We will continue to advocate for a strong […]
BU ResLife Strike Information
Welcome to our landing page for the 2024 BU ResLife Workers strike. Below you will find important information about logistics, how to find your neighborhood rep, and more! Jump to: […]
2024 BUGWU Strike Information
Welcome to our landing page for the 2024 BU Graduate Workers strike. Below you will find important information about picket logistics, how to submit your documentation for strike pay, and […]
Boston University graduate workers announce strike
Boston University graduate workers announce strikeWorkers will strike on March 25 over unfair labor practices and improvements to working conditions FOR RELEASE: March 20, 2024 Press Contact: Natalia Berthet […]