Coalition of Black Trade Unionist Metro Atlanta Chapter

Coalition of Black Trade Unionist Metro Atlanta Chapter The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) is a nonprofit organization of African American trade union members affiliated with the AFL-CIO.

A free and progressive trade union movement in the 21st century should and must reflect greater participation of black trade unionists at every level of its decision-making process. This is no less true in today's globalized workplace then in America's industrial heyday, when black workers were basically a source of cheap labor. Therefore, as black trade unionists, we have an important role to ful

fill Ð helping all workers benefit from the goals achieved by the trade union movement. There are more than 2.5 million black workers in organized labor (nearly half of them women) the single largest organization of African Americans in the nation. One of every five black workers (20%) belongs to a union. The evidence is overwhelming that the economic status of unionized black workers in terms of higher wages, improved working conditions and better benefits, like pensions and health insurance represents a significant force within the black community and in organized labor. The trade union movement is probably the only broad-based organization that spans the entire black community. Yet, as trade unionists, we are part of a broad community whose resources have never been fully or consistently organized. Consequently, it remains our challenge, as black trade unionists, to make the labor movement more relevant to the needs and aspirations of black and poor workers. The Coalition is not a black separatist or civil rights organization. It will work within the framework of the trade union movement to maximize the strength and influence of black workers. Today, more black leaders hold key positions in the political machinery of the labor movement, thus holding the critical balance of political power in this nation. As black trade unionists, we adamantly believe that it is our responsibility to constructively harness and use the expertise and power of this untapped political resource. To that end, CBTU will continue to insist that black union officials become full partners in the leadership and decision-making of the American labor movement. We welcome your participation.

The Biggest fear in America is Black Unity! The second is realizing how we remember the past!
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The Biggest fear in America is Black Unity! The second is realizing how we remember the past!

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Did you VOTE!! Let's Go Georgia.
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Did you VOTE!! Let's Go Georgia.

06/02/2026

Delegates, alternates and guests planning to attend any portion of the Convention should pre-register online before arriving, even if housing is not required. Learn how to access and complete…

05/30/2026

CBTU REGION III

What an incredible and historic week in Atlanta at the 55th CBTU International Convention!

The energy, solidarity, leadership, and commitment displayed throughout the convention reaffirmed what we already know:

Working People UNITED Can NEVER Be Defeated!

As we leave Atlanta inspired and energized, CBTU Region III is already looking ahead to our upcoming Regional Conference this fall.

Representing Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, Region III is committed to building stronger chapters, developing future leaders, expanding membership engagement, and continuing the fight for economic and social justice for working families.

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📅 CBTU Region III Regional Conference
🍂 Fall 2026
📍 Location and additional details coming soon

Please stay tuned for updates, conference announcements, registration information, and opportunities to participate.

Together, we will continue building a stronger, more united Region III.













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05/26/2026

Today, the Alabama Federal Court rejected a new gerrymandered map, ruling that it was discriminatory to Black voters in the state. NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson had this to say:

"We applaud the Alabama Federal Court’s ruling today, preserving Black representation. Redrawing maps to silence the voices of entire communities cannot be tolerated. It goes against the very values of democracy that our ancestors fought and died for.

Our chapters in Alabama mobilized to reject this map, and we will continue to fight across the country to protect our voice. Today’s ruling is good news, but we know it is not the end of this fight."

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Atlanta, GA
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