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We now have a general Labor focused community. Please feel free to contribute.

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The /c/unions community kept getting non union general labor interest posts and shockingly there are not really many general labor focused communities on Lemmy. So I've made one here.

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Largest Federal Workers Union Demands Ouster of Noem, Miller Over Killing of VA Nurse Alex Pretti | Common Dreams

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31,000 healthcare workers strike. Management wants employees to report each other for union activity, attempts to divide union coalition into smaller parts

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Apple supplier manipulates union eligibility, threatens migrants with retaliation, holds captive audience meetings saying they'll only get benefits if union is rejected

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AFL-CIO Mourns Killing of Minneapolis Union Member Alex Pretti, Reiterates Calls for ICE to Leave Minnesota

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Court rules that production assistants, researchers, writers, producers, artists, coordinators, and cameramen are de facto employees rather than contractors.

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Rest in Power Alex Pretti -- a Union Brother

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Miners strike for safer work conditions. Management brings in scabs. β€œAs far as I know, they fled and refused to work under those conditions.”

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New York nurses continue to strike in frigid weather as Mamdani shows support

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Fri 23 Jan 2026 07.00 EST

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The price doubled, but nothing changed for us. Miner: "If it’s unprofitable, any normal person understands that the business should be closed, not run at a loss for ten years."

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AFL-CIO: ICE must leave Minnesota. No additional funding for ICE. ICE be investigated for human and constitutional violations. Companies to cease relations and refuse ICE entry.

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The UAW stands for freedom of speech, freedom of assembly no matter where you were born. We will not tolerate a government that attacks working class people’s human rights.

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"Free DC." Washington DC walkout, Jan 20.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxTLTtf10Sc

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$2.50 an hour at Carnival Cruises "has got to be the worst labour exploitation we have ever seen." This is what billionaires will get away with if no one is looking.

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Management says "this is not the outcome we had hoped for" as university on strike after recovery. Staff had endured job losses, dismantling of pension plan, wage rollbacks and increased workloads.

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Minneapolis AFL-CIO Calls for General Strike on Friday as Movement Spreads to Other Cities

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500 employees strike at clothing factory. When the sewing line produces more than the planned output because of overtime or performance pressure, the overperformance becomes the new standard

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β€˜ICE Out!’ No Work, School, or Shopping on Jan. 23 in Minnesota

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January 18, 2026

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Minneapolis union federation supports march against ICE on Jan. 23

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logo saying: Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation (with 2 outreached hands in handshake with letters AFL on left arm and CIO on right arm) PRESS RELEASE MINNEAPOLIS LABOR UNION DELEGATION AND LOCAL REGIONAL LABOR BODIES ENDORSE JANUARY 23: DAY OF TRUTH AND FREEDOM NO WORK, SCHOOL, OR SHOPPING

for more information on the march: https://www.iceoutnowmn.com/

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Protests erupt against Modi's anti-labour, anti-farmer policies: terminator seeds, privatisation, 12 hour days, weakened unions, rollback of safety

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https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/ludhiana/massive-protest-against-anti-worker-anti-farmer-policies-of-centre/amp

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"Working 24 hours straight is extremely difficult." "Less suits, more white coats." Doctors on the march in Barcelona.

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https://www.catalannews.com/society-science/item/around-1000-doctors-march-through-central-barcelona-demanding-better-working-conditions

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β€œWe Are Facing a Tsunami of Hate”: Amid ICE Crackdown, Unions and Community Groups Call for Minnesota Shutdown in 10 Days

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Workers at Israeli-owned New York bakery demand end to company 'support for genocide'

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9 January 2026 16:49 GMT

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Ubisoft Closes Canadian Studio After It Unionizes

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.blahaj.zone/post/36712639

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We prefer direct communication with our team members

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https://quokk.au/c/mop/p/564731/solidarity-forever

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AFL-CIO #union federation in #USA opposes #US military aggression against #Venezuela

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Main graphic text on left: [Venezuela flag icon] : @ituc and @CSA_TUCA strongly condemn the US military aggression against Venezuela and the violation of its sovereignty. We call for respect for the Venezuelan people’s right to self-determination, the immediate release of all those detained, and a return to peaceful and democratic dialogue. Peace and international law must prevail. Comment text by aflcio on right: We join the international labor community in condemning President Trump's unconstitutional acts in Venezuela.

AFL-CIO #union federation in #USA opposes #US military aggression against #Venezuela

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Trump has aimed to turn American workers against their immigrant colleagues. Labor leaders say it backfired.

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https://archive.ph/YLrdV#selection-1228.0-1232.1

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Craig’s Cookies employees vote union after paid breaks removed. β€œThe company is growing. It's incredibly successful. It's successful because of these workers.”

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Thousands of miners lead general strike against IMF-imposed "adjustment" and privatization - hours of clashes with right-wing government

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https://orinocotribune.com/bolivia-general-strike-led-by-miners-union-continues/

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The card for the best Christmas in the world

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https://diasporasocial.net/posts/865e7460c442013e7c80727c33a4403f

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The Netflix–Warner Bros. Merger Is a Broadside Attack on Workers

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cross-posted from: https://news.abolish.capital/post/14636

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Bethesda union members of CWA Canada Local 30111 welcome 60 producers, programmers, designers, artists, researchers, and development testers from Ubisoft Halifax

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Government to "liberalize" economy, pushing for 12 hour workday in Argentina. Union members take to the streets.

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https://www.digitaljournal.com/business/argentine-unions-in-the-street-over-milei-labor-reforms/article

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Los carteros de Minnesota exigen: 'Β‘ICE fuera de las propiedades del servicio postal!'

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diciembre 17, 2025

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Budget cuts continue to suffocate coal miners

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cross-posted from: https://news.abolish.capital/post/14234

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Argentina government attacks right to strike and collective bargaining. "An attack on trade union rights is an attack on democracy itself."

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Minnesota Letter Carriers Demand: β€˜ICE Off Postal Property!’

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Dec. 17, 2025 By Louise Halverson

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Making a May Day 2028 General Strike a Reality

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Nationwide strike in Greece - while public servants struggle to afford living expenses, government allocating more than 21 billion euros to military economy

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Maldives government arrests union leaders and migrant workers who were demonstrating in favor of local fishers

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Largest general strike in Portugal since 2013, against rightwing "reforms" that allow employers to fire employees more easily

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https://www.leftvoice.org/in-photos-workers-in-portugal-stage-general-strike-to-protest-reactionary-labor-reforms/

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"Money for salaries, not weapons." National strike in Italy against rightwing budget. "People can't make it to the end of the month. This budget doesn't raise wages or allow people to retire."

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Catering workers on strike because they can’t afford to feed their own families. Our members want to work and take pride in what they do, but refuse to be exploited.

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Starbucks refuses to guarantee 2% raises - well below cost of living increases. Their CEO make millions. They can afford it.

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Starbucks workers in Palm Springs force repeated store closures as strike gains momentum

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cross-posted from: https://news.abolish.capital/post/13108

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165 id Software employees organize wall-to-wall union

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Minnesotans Defend Somali Community, Immigrant Workers

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December 11, 2025

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Horseshoe Indianapolis dealers and dual rates win union recognition after 53-day strike

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cross-posted from: https://news.abolish.capital/post/12441

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"Time is measured with a stopwatch in our hands. It’s a labour camp, not a modern factory" - Polish lighting company using private militia, 12 hours a day temp workers, and assault to break strike

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Supreme Administrative Court of Finland says Wolt must treat its couriers as employees. Wolt attempts to stall by applying for annulment.

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Nestle announces possible sale of Blue Bottle Coffee shortly after strike for improved wages and schedules, protection from harassment, and democratic control of workplace

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Greek unions reaffirm solidarity with Palestine after West Bank visit

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cross-posted from: https://news.abolish.capital/post/11388

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Unholy alliance of fashion brands, factory owners, governments propping up industry known for human rights abuses. Industry thrived for decades on underpaid, overworked and mostly female workforce

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Australia is bringing in β€˜world first’ minimum pay for food delivery drivers – here’s how it will work

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9,000 strike for better pay after eyewear company's record performance. First time all unions coordinating action. Management declines comment.

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Portugal general strike: reform is legitimate when it involves social partners, is debated transparently, and results from serious negotiation. None of this happened

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Employees and supporters block trucks at Starbucks' largest distribution center on East Coast

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Latest news on Starbucks strike in #USA

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Photo of Starbucks strikers and supporters at Starbucks’ biggest East Coast distribution center in York, Pennsylvania.on Nov. 19, 2025.

Latest news on Starbucks strike in #USA [from email sent to supporters on Nov. 20, 2025]

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Strikebreakers in Birmingham to go on strike themselves

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NSW government orders nurses and midwives to stop organizing and striking, orders removal of strike information from social media. Union defies government, fined $130,000 for doing so.

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Supreme Court rules Uber drivers are employees in New Zealand, opening door for sick leave, holiday pay, and minimum wage. Gig companies warn of collapse if forced to pay decent wage.

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"Magistrates should not be forced to go to the streets" - on verge of mutiny in South Africa. Magistrates earn in month what senior counsel earn in a day. Many in debt review or blacklisted

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Strike at University of California: "Be aware of transportation issues, but don't allow management to weaponize your frustration to target striking workers."

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Canadian government accused of retreat from humanitarian obligations, scapegoating migrants, delivering corporate and military handouts rather than addressing the actual drivers of unaffordability

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CEOs in Ireland pay increase - I’m not sure too many would have been struggling at the checkout when buying groceries or dreading an electricity or gas bill

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Ministry of Labour in India favors employers over employees. Violation of labour law no longer criminal offense. House arrest for employees who speak out.

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CEO committed to dialogue when taking over Starbucks, yet negotiations going backwards. Starbucks closing Seattle's unionized flagship store. Over 1000 on strike. Stock down 1% Thursday

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'I need a second job,' says woman who actually needs a different economic system. If you need a second job, your boss in your first job is exploiting you

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The Rockstar Workers Fired Before They Could Finish GTA 6 | People Make Games [19:17]

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Iranian Oil Workers Launch Historic Strike

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from Drop Site News Murtaza Hussain Nov 10, 2025

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General Strike - What are the consequences of those who join?

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Thousands of construction workers in Geneva and Lausanne reject builders’ association proposals for longer working hours, wage reductions, and weaker protections for older, sick, or injured workers

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https://www.bwint.org/BwiNews/NewsDetails?newsId=896

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161 unions protest 12 hour day, pension changes in Ahmedabad

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https://www.bhaskarenglish.in/local/gujarat/ahmedabad/news/indian-labor-union-stages-grand-rally-at-riverfront-ahmedabad-workers-protest-against-12-hour-work-schedule-136382818.html

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CondΓ© Nast management fires union members asking about the shutdown of progressive publication critical of Trump, suspends other union supporters

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Caesars hires union-buster Littler Mendelson to run captive-audience meetings, threats, surveillance, and propaganda. Politicians give Caesars all land besides casino to break pickets

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Tens of thousands in Lisbon protest bill that would make dismissals easier, limit breastfeeding schedule, and reduce miscarriage leave

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https://www.thecanadianpressnews.ca/world/tens-of-thousands-in-portugal-protest-proposed-labor-reforms/article_d4739952-5f18-580b-84bb-813a82b546e5.html

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