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OCSEA member tells story of organizing efforts... in Kentucky? Yes!

AFSCME: We Make America Happen

Archive of AFSCME's 38th International Convention

July 28 - Aug. 1, 2008
News stories, video clips, photo galleries, and more.

Aug. 1, 2008 - Organizing was in the spotlight on Wednesday, July 30, as delegates heard inspiring stories of successful organizing efforts.

Grafton Correctional Institution 4710 Chapter's Brian Blackledge spoke to members about his experience as a Volunteer Member Organizer. He worked in Kentucky to organize corrections officers and to help restore collective bargaining rights.

You can watch a video to hear this story.

Also learn more about how workers are improving their lives every day by deciding to organize their workplaces.

OCSEA members and other AFSCME members across the nation understand that when we do the hard work of organizing it pays off with better benefits, stronger contracts and voice in the workplace.

View the 6 minute video report on how AFSCME Makes Organizing Happen.

Photo Caption: OCSEA's GCI Chapter 4710 member Brian Blackledge shares his experience working as a Volunteer Member Organizer

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