CONSTITUENCY & ALLIED GROUPS
Our constituency groups work within the framework of the Federation to amplify the voices of diverse union members by addressing unique challenges, fostering inclusion, and advancing social and economic justice within the labor movement. We are also aligned with outside organizations that help build worker solidarity and advance social and economic causes.
CLEVELAND AFL-CIO RETIREE COUNCIL
Wynne Antonio, Program Director
The Cleveland AFL-CIO Retiree Council is an organization of retired union members dedicated to advocating for labor rights, supporting union activities, and engaging in community and political initiatives to benefit working families and retirees.
UNION VETERANS COUNCIL
Ed Gareau, Chapter Chair
The Union Veterans Council brings together workers who are veterans and speaks out on issues that affect them the most.
YOUNG WORKER ADVISORY COUNCIL
Brian Pearson, Program Director
The Young Worker Advisory Council empowers and engages young union members by fostering leadership development, promoting activism, and addressing issues important to the next generation of the labor movement.
A. PHILIP RANDOLPH INSTITUTE
Willa Evans, Chapter President
APRI is an alliance between labor and the civil rights movement. Today, it fights for racial equality and economic justice.
COALITION OF LABOR UNION WOMEN
Moranna Jones, Cleveland Chapter President
CLUW unifies union women to face shared concerns. The coalition focuses on action on issues important to women workers.
ALLIANCE FOR RETIRED AMERICANS
Norm Wernet, Ohio Chapter President
The Alliance’s mission is to ensure civil rights for retirees and older Americans. Educated members mobilize to elect leaders dedicated to social and economic justice.
JOBS WITH JUSTICE
Deb Kline, Director Cleveland Jobs with Justice
Jobs With Justice fights to create an economy that benefits everyone. They focus on grassroots campaigns and shaping the public discourse about working people.
LABOR HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Hetty Scofield, Outreach Coordinator
LHF preserves and promotes the culture of America’s worker. It strengthens the labor movement through the use of music and the arts.
UNION PLUS
Union Plus improves the quality of life for working families by offering unique products and services designed for union members and their families.