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Healthcare Workers Across Alameda County Vote to Accept a New Contract with Alameda Health System
“This struggle wasn't just for our members: it was for the community, for them to have a safe place, to have a safety-net hospital they can go to, where they can have confidence they will receive the proper care that they deserve.”
On Friday, April 9, more than 3,000 workers at Alameda Health System who are united in SEIU Local 1021 voted to accept the tentative agreement their elected bargaining team made with AHS negotiators, which ratifies the agreement and approves the new contract.
Missed our #StopAsianHate Zoom Town Hall? Watch the recording and access the toolkit.
Missed our #StopAsianHate town hall? Click here to watch a recording!
Many thanks to the panelists, organizers, moderators, and leaders who took their inspiration to create this space and lit the spark to help make this event happen behind the scenes.
Missed our #StopAsianHate Townhall on March 30? Watch the recording now.
Click the video above to watch a recording of our March 30 #StopAsianHate Town Hall meeting.
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It has been heartbreaking to see the recent uptick in anti-Asian racism happening across the nation—and make no mistake, hate and racism are at the root of the violence we’ve seen in recent weeks.
From the Bay Area to Atlanta and beyond, we must be prepared but speak out and take action against hate and violence—but we also need to create space to reflect, mourn, and support one another as we process this horrific violence.
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“We must work together to tackle anti-Asian racism in our communities and our workplaces,” says Yeon Park, SEIU 1021 VP of the East Bay
It has been heartbreaking to see the recent uptick in anti-Asian racism happening here in the Bay Area—and make no mistake, hate and racism are at the root of the violence we’ve seen in recent weeks.
Relive our 2021 Black History Month Celebrations
Last year was bittersweet; there was significant turmoil as well many triumphs. The plight of Black African Americans reached the World’s stage and our local answered the call to fight for justice while stating proudly that ‘Black Lives Matter’.
Our Social and Economic Justice (SEJ) Committee has put together a month-long program to celebrate the history and contributions of Africans Americans through virtual symposiums. Come join us during this time of renewal to celebrate greatness with us, and to nurture a new age of prosperity and hope.
“This is why we exist, to protect our members, to protect working people”
SEIU 1021 President Joseph Bryant Reflects on 2020
Check out a recap of the many victories our union won in 2020 by clicking here.
“The time is now” could not be a more fitting idiom to describe the spirit and intensity of a particularly unforgettable year. From unsafe working conditions, PPE shortages, and racial injustices, to a substantial political season, on top of COVID-19 – this year was a challenge.
November 3 Endorsements
Make A Difference--Volunteer Now!
Now, just like in every election year, we need to elect candidates and pass measures that will protect those vital services and honor our work. But this year, the stakes are higher than they have ever been.
We understand the importance of winning the economic, racial, environmental, and immigrant justice that we all deserve. That is why we participate in the political process by volunteering and voting for these endorsements to help elect candidates and pass measures that bring us closer to that goal.
Make a difference: Volunteer Now!
It is Election Day! Volunteer to get the vote out locally, and in the battleground state of Nevada– where early voting numbers are lower than expected.
We are asking members to participate in phone banking and other outreach initiatives to help us elect candidates who will fight for us and pass measures that will benefit working families.
Text and Call Voters
Sign up and volunteer now to help get out the vote locally! Visit SEIU1021.org/Volunteer for more information.
- Click the links below to see what candidates and measures SEIU 1021 members have endorsed for the November 2020 elections (NOTE: if you see a “read more” message below the links, you’ll need to click that in order for the navigation to function):
November 3 Election Results
Our vote is our voice—count every ballot!
We are frontline workers of every race and background across Northern California, keeping our communities fed, clean, safe, and healthy. Every worker is essential and so are our votes. While we may not yet know the results of every election, we did our part by getting active and getting out the vote.
2018 Endorsements
SEIU1021 endorses candidates in statewide elections, as well as in elections in regions where our members work and live. Our endorsements include Democrats and Republicans — the main criteria is that the candidate supports policies that support working people.
U.S. Senate
Senator: Kevin de León
2019 Endorsements
SAN FRANCISCO CITY AND COUNTY
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District Attorney: Ranked: Chesa Boudin 1st, Suzy Loftus 2nd
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Mayor: London Breed
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Proposition A Affordable Housing Bond: Yes on A
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Proposition B Department of Disability and Aging Services: Yes on B
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Proposition C Vapor Products: No on C