News

News, Family Childcare

We thank Senator Brendan Crighton and Representative Sean Reid for stopping by Family Child Care member leader Nirma’s daycare program...

Governance

Each year, our SEIU Local 509 Scholarship Program funds educational scholarship awards for fellow union members and their dependents of...

News, Private Sector

Dear members, It’s outrageous that we are facing any uncertainty about the future of our jobs. That there is any...

News

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Janet Bailey, a long-time SEIU 509 adjunct faculty member in the Arts...

News, Higher Education

Cambridge, MA –  This week, 87% of Lesley University Core Faculty members voted to ratify their tentative agreement with Lesley...

Committee Updates

Dear Local 509 Members, Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! May is a time to reflect on, celebrate,...

News, Higher Education

Cambridge, MA – Today, unionized core faculty at Lesley University announced that they have voted by an overwhelming majority to...

News

“As the union representing human service providers at Tewksbury Hospital, we remain horrified by the ongoing violent incidents that endanger...

Governance

As a Local 509 member, there are many ways for you to get involved and shape the work your union...

News, Family Childcare

Today, with deep respect, we remember and celebrate our dear Maritza Manrique, who passed on March 24, 2025. As the...

Governance

Applications for the SEIU 509 2026 Scholarship Program are now open! Please take a look at the guidelines below for...

News

Join your coworkers for Lobby Day at the State House! Wednesday, April 8 10 AM to 2 PM SEIU 32BJ...

media inquiries

SEIU 509 media staff handles inquiries from journalists on local and national issues affecting income inequality and health and human services. We’re here to connect you with members in our higher education, family childcare, state worker or private sector human services divisions. 

To schedule an interview with SEIU 509 member or to speak with one of our leaders, email nberthetgarcia@seiu509.org