Washington State Labor Council

05/27/2026

Join Unite Here! Local 8 in SeaTac on June 2, from 6-7:30pm to urge the Airport Commission to adopt a health care policy for service workers!
https://www.thestand.org/2026/05/labor-community-organize-against-healthcare-cuts/

"Seven Days in June” is a nationwide labor-backed week of action to protect healthcare access amid federal Republicans’ cuts under H.R. 1. Timed with the 45th anniversary of the first US AIDS diagnosis, activists are urging long-term health security over short-term politics.

05/26/2026

Our hearts are with our AWPPW family in Longview impacted by this tragedy, and our firefighter, EMS, and healthcare siblings who are actively responding to this unfolding situation.

Media inquiries should be directed to AWPPW spokesperson Josh Estes at [email protected] or 425-622-8256

05/26/2026

The AFL-CIO is lifting up AANHPI leaders all month long who are currently making an impact across the labor movement. Today we honor WA’s very own, Anita Seth.

Anita Seth is president of Unite Here! Local 8 representing over 9,000 hospitality workers in Washington and Oregon. Of South Asian heritage, she is the first woman of color to lead her local.

She got her start organizing the union as a graduate worker at Yale University, a long-running drive that reached victory in 2023 after over 30 years of struggle.

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, we reflect on the dedication of our armed forces and military families and remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We salute their service, honor their sacrifice, and cherish their memory.

05/23/2026

Today we honor the servicemembers who gave everything for this country. We remember their sacrifice with gratitude and respect. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

Photo by: Tim Mossholder, Unsplash

05/21/2026

Pay Encore techs a living wage!!

Bargaining continues with Encore technicians working under an expired contract for over ten months, and Encore refuses to budge on wages in one of the most expensive cities in the country. Enough is enough! Value people! Do the right thing! Fair wages now!

05/19/2026

The STAND sat down with some of the Magic the Gathering: Arena workers getting ready to cast votes for their union with Communications Workers of America to hear why they’re organizing.

“People want to make the best product that they can because they love it…the folks at the top are exploiting that.”

Read the full article here➡️
https://ow.ly/AvBt50Z1l1p

05/18/2026

05/17/2026

As union members, we know we elect our working conditions. That’s why 350 trade unionists spent their Saturday debating congressional, legislative and statewide races, as well as several initiatives: to build power and determine the direction of our state. —click the link below for the story in the STAND.
https://ow.ly/pNVT50Z0Air