Celebrating Black History Month
This is the February 3, 2026 edition of our weekly newsletter about labor movement news in the DC region. Sign up to get our newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.
Black History Month is a time to honor the Black trailblazers and barrier-breakers on whose shoulders we all stand. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for justice, and the importance of protecting the rights to which we are each entitled.
In the labor movement, we know that what affects one of us affects all of us. That's at the heart of both the civil rights and labor movements. Black leaders throughout history have shown us what courage in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds looks like and during this time of great challenge, we look to their lessons to affirm our future. Economic justice and racial justice are inextricably linked, and this month and all year long we look back to Black history as a source for critical lessons for our fights today.
Thank you, Bowling for Gold participants!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Bowling for Gold 2026! We had a fantastic time and raised much-needed funds for the Community Services Agency (CSA) Emergency Assistance Fund. Photos will come later this week. In the mean time, please remember to send pledges in to CSA by February 23!
We're Hiring
Looking for an opportunity to work on uniting the entire labor movement of the DC region? The Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO is hiring for two positions: an Administrative Assistant and a Communications Manager. See details about both positions and apply.
Upcoming Events
Young Worker March on Washington
February 7, 2026 @ 11:00 AM
On February 7, AFGE is convening everyone who believes in the future of young workers in Washington, D.C. to demand young workers are provided the same opportunities as their parents, and demand an America that works for workers! More details and register.
Labor Union Day @ Washington Spirit
Friday April 24 at 8 PM
Save the date to join the Community Services Agency (CSA) as the Washington Spirit play the Kansas City Current. Come as a local and invite your family to raise funds for CSA's Emergency Assistance Fund and have a great time. Ticket details to come.