National Staff Organization

10/04/2026

Rest in power former CSO President Don Hillman. ✊

We are sad to share news of the passing of former CSO President Don Hillman. A longtime CTA staff member and CSO President from 2009-2013, Don is fondly remembered as a gentle presence in any room and his leadership was described as decisive, thoughtful and kind. Don was respected and loved by CSO and CTA members alike, and we are all better for having him in our lives. We send our love to Don's family and loved ones. May his memory forever be a blessing.

Please join us in tipping a glass for an amazing colleague, friend, union brother and human. Rest easy, Don.

09/26/2026

📣 Registration is OPEN for NSO’s 2027 Winter Advocacy Retreat (WAR College)! Join us Jan. 14–16 in Las Vegas for three days of training, solidarity, and connection with union siblings from across the country.

👉 Read more here: https://nationalstaff.org/nso-opens-2027-war-college-registration/

✔️ Members should check with their affiliate and/or president for availability and funding options. ⏰ Registration closes Nov. 13 — don’t miss it

09/22/2026

Have you never attend but you're interested?
Are you a member from an NSO affiliate with less than 40 members?
Are you a unionist at heart and looking to expand your skillset and network?

Check out this scholarship opportunity!

If you've attended WAR before or you're from an affiliate with 40 or more members, TAG a member who might qualify in the comments or forward this link to them.

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, all of us at the National Staff Organization celebrate the working people whose skill, dedication & solidarity keep our unions, workplaces, and communities strong.

We honor the workers who came before us, stand with working people everywhere today, and remain committed to building a stronger labor movement for everyone. Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸✊

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/.