AFT Connecticut is the largest union of acute care hospital workers in the state, representing approximately 10,000 nurses and allied health professionals. Our labor federation’s members work in more than 20 hospitals, community clinics and school district and college-based settings. From securing strong contracts to establishing safe staffing requirements, our members advocate for improved conditions for all healthcare workers as well as career education, relevant training and professional development.
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Healthcare News
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“Getting Rank-and-File Members More Involved” in Building Power
A unique panel discussion with local affiliated union leaders on internal organizing was a focal point at AFT Connecticut’s annual convention last month. Five affiliates representing each of our state federation’s jurisdictional divisions were showcased for effectively engaging members early and often to build and maintain strength and maintain density. Together, they provided a blueprint…
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Putting Vital Safety Regulations to Work
Members of AFT Connecticut-affiliated healthcare unions did not rest on their laurels after improving working conditions in 2023. They have since focused on both enforcing a strengthened hospital staffing law while also advocating for additional protections against incidents of violence. In a recently published commentary, state federation Vice President John Brady, RN (second row, third…
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