National Staff Organization

08/25/2026

Why does NSO continue to invest in HTUP? Should YOU apply?✊

We asked Adrienne Jones, a recent HTUP attendee, why she thinks the National Staff Organization continues to invest in this program, and why opportunities like HTUP matter for building stronger unions and stronger leaders.

🎥 Hear Adrienne’s answer and learn why this investment matters for us all.

Interested in attending HTUP? The application deadline is September 1st! Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this experience. Visit our website for more info on how to apply.

08/20/2026

Did You Know? HTUP is more than the classroom. ✊📚

What’s it really like to spend a week at the Harvard Trade Union Program?

We asked Adrienne Jones about life outside the classroom—the conversations, connections, community, and experiences that made her time at HTUP so meaningful.

🎥 Hear Adrienne share what it was like to learn, connect, and build with union members from across the country.

08/14/2026

So what can you learn at HTUP? 👀✊

We asked Adrienne Jones, a 2025–26 HTUP attendee, to share what she learned through the program.

Her answer? A lot more than just the history of the labor movement. HTUP is about understanding our power, building relationships, organizing our coworkers, and learning how we can create real change together.

🎥 Hear Adrienne share her experience and what she’s taking with her from HTUP!

08/09/2026

07/28/2026

🌍 What is the Harvard Trade Union Program?

The 2027 Harvard Trade Union Program runs January 25–February 26, 2027, offering union members from around the world an immersive learning experience at Harvard Law School.

Participants engage in discussions and coursework focused on:
• The labor movement—past, present, and future
• Advocacy
• Organizing strategies
• Leadership skills

Interested in applying for an NSO scholarship?

✅ Contact Matt Ryg before applying. ([email protected])
✅ Affiliate endorsement is required and must accompany your scholarship application.
✅ Applications are accepted July 15–September 1.

See previous scholarship recipients and learn more at https://nationalstaff.org/htup/.

07/23/2026

We want justice for Rick and Anita!! Don’t give up the fight until we

Update: The arbitration to litigate Rick and Anita’s unjust termination is scheduled for August 10 in Indianapolis. Please send Rick and Anita your well wishes in the comments. ⬇️

07/18/2026

Exciting 🗞 news! The July 2026 edition of the NSO Contact hit your email inbox 📬 recently. Be on the look out 👀 and read 🔎 a retrospective on the union's recent representative assembly, scholarships for Harvard Trade Union Program, committee vacancies, training opportunities and much more!

Didn't get it? Check your spam first, then e-mail us at [email protected]

07/15/2026

🎉 Applications Are Now Open!

Have you ever considered applying for an NSO scholarship to attend the 2027 Harvard Trade Union Program?

The scholarship application window is officially open today and will remain open through September 1.

The Harvard Trade Union Program is an intensive, five-week onsite program at Harvard Law School that brings together union members from around the world to explore:
✔️ Labor movement history, current challenges, and future opportunities
✔️ Advocacy
✔️ Organizing
✔️ Leadership development

Interested? Before submitting your application, contact Matt Ryg via email at [email protected] for guidance on the process and scholarship requirements.

Learn more and apply here: https://nationalstaff.org/htup/

07/14/2026

At the representative assembly held this summer, NSO honored former regional director Tammy Whitaker, who retired at the end of 2025. For those who do not know her personally, Tammy is a true unionist who walks the walk. For many years she led the union's Karen Cherry Disaster Relief Fund and spoke up for members who needed help. Thank you Tammy for your positive energy and all the years of service to your union family!