The Oregon Labor Dispatch: June 11, 2026
Support Workers
Donate Now To Help Nippon Dynawave Workers And Their Families
The Cowlitz Wahkiakum Central Labor Council and the Association of Western Pulp and Paper Workers (AWPPW) have come together to establish a fund to help workers and families impacted by the Nippon Dynawave implosion in Longview. Please consider donating and sharing this link.
Petition for a Fair Contract for Disability Rights Oregon Staff
The workers union of Disability Rights Oregon (WUDRO NOLSW, UAW Local 2320) is calling on community and union members to support their fight for a fair contract, including livable wages, worker protections, and greater involvement in decision-making. Show solidarity by signing their support petition.
UNION JOBS
AFT Oregon Hiring Chief of Staff
AFT-Oregon is hiring a Chief of Staff! This role will manage & supervise the rest of staff and will support day-to-day operations, labor management, collective bargaining and organizing initiatives!
If you are interested or know someone interested, we highly encourage you toapply!
Upcoming Events
2026 Oregon Labor Federation Organizing & Research Summit
June 16 at IBEW Local 48 in Portland
Calling all union members: don’t miss out on the annual Organizing & Research Summit, featuring our key note speaker, David Huerta, President of SEIU CA & USWW! Register now by emailing communications@oregonlabor.org. This event is open to all union members.
Bike Fest Juneteenth Celebration
June 20, 2026 at Four Square Elementary School, 500 Elma Ave SE Salem, from 12-3pm
The Oregon Coalition of Black Trade Unionists is pleased to present a Bike Fest in celebration of Juneteeth. This event serves as an opportunity for civic engagement and aims to honor Juneteeth while fostering community spirit. Free bikes and on-site repair services will be available.
Red Cross Annual Dr Charles Drew Blood Dr.
June 20 at American Red Cross Portland Donor Center, 3131 N. Vancouver Ave, from 7:30am-1:30pm
This event will highlight the fight against sickle cell anemia. All collected donations will benefit Sickle Cell Anemia patients. For more information please contact Charletta Malone at (503) 528-5582
2026 Oregon Labor Pride
June 18 & 19 at the Portland Waterfront
Join Oregon's Labor Movement for the Portland Pride Parade on Sunday, July 19, as we march in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ siblings and demonstrate our commitment to defending the rights of all Oregon workers. It's more important than ever that Oregon Labor shows our unwavering support as allies. Join us in marching together to celebrate and reaffirm our commitment to defend LGBTQ+ rights!
Must Read
AFL-CIO 30th Constitutional Convention
June 10, 2026 | AFL-CIO
Union leaders and activists from around the country are gathering in Minneapolis for our 30th AFL-CIO Constitutional Convention. We’re doing the work to define a labor movement agenda that empowers working people, changes lives and builds an America that works for all of us.
Oregon Labor News
As Portland teachers receive layoff notices, union raises objections
The Portland Association of Teachers filed a class action grievance Monday against PPS. If the district continues its process, PAT leaders said they’ll file an unfair labor Practice complaint.
Federal Attacks
AFL-CIO Sues Labor Department Over Financial Reporting Rule (1)
The AFL-CIO, the nation’s largest coalition of labor unions, has sued the Department of Labor over a recent final rule that altered financial disclosure forms for labor unions.
20 House Republicans Break Ranks to Join Democrats in Passing Pro-Union Bill
The House of Representatives approved a Democratic-led labor bill after 20 Republicans broke party lines to support the measure.
Attacks On Immigrants
US judge strikes down Trump policies targeting immigrants from 39 countries
A federal judge on Friday ruled that U.S. President Donald Trump's administration had adopted a series of unlawful policies that have barred people from 39 countries from receiving decisions on applications for asylum, work permits, green cards and citizenship.