Welcome to our story hub—a place where every voice, experience, and perspective comes together. Here, you’ll find all the stories we’ve shared across the site, from inspiring journeys and insightful interviews to behind-the-scenes moments and community highlights. Whether you’re looking to catch up, explore something new, or simply get inspired, this is your gateway to everything we’ve been talking about.
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Congratulations to our Labor Studies MA Graduates!
Last night we celebrated the MA graduation of twenty-four students in the Labor Studies Program. There was a strong feeling of accomplishment and happiness among students, faculty, and staff, who are all very proud of our student body. They are not only very accomplished and committed to advance social justice, but also incredibly diverse: they…
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UNITE HERE Seeks Campaign Researchers
CAMPAIGN RESEARCHERS: Local and International Union Positions These Campaign Researchers will conduct industry, corporate, customer, and political research, analyze information for strategic opportunities, and develop and carry out campaigns focused on winning justice for low wage, primarily immigrant workers. Our campaigns both organize non-union workers, and secure improved standards for existing union members. Locations: Boston,…
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Newark Students Sit-In to Protest Charter Schools
Dr. Stephen Brier is part of the Consortial Faculty at The Murphy Institute The current political struggle over charter schools has often pitted poor parents and students of color against teacher unions. That division has a long and bitter history that can be traced back almost half a century to the divisive 10-week long strike…
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American Federation of Musicians Seeks Communications Coordinator
Position Description: AFM Local 47 is the Los Angeles affiliate of the American Federation of Musicians, an international labor union of musicians across the United States and Canada. We are looking for a new full-time Communications Coordinator who will work directly with our Communications Director to assist with graphic design, website, social media pages, email…
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