Human Services
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A life of service that began when her grandma moved in
When Erica Edicha was in middle school, her mom made an announcement. Edicha’s grandmother had dementia, and she was moving in with them. “We didn’t know much about the state my grandmother was in, but my mother said, ‘She’s coming to live with us, and you better treat her right, or we’re going to have… Read More
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AFSCME Nevada state workers show congressman how they support the most vulnerable
AFSCME members who work for the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services were recently paid a visit by Rep. Steven Horsford (D-NV) at their worksite. Read More
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Colorado Never Quit Award winner brings empathy, compassion to a heartbreaking job
Annie Schmeckpeper of Colorado brings compassion and empathy to a difficult job. Read More
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Workers who provide legal help to needy Minnesotans themselves needed a union
They help low-income Minnesotans with legal issues. But they needed a union for themselves. Read More
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Increasing hunger in America to give billionaires tax cuts
A bill approved by the House of Representatives today is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) under threat like never before. Read More
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Layoffs and grant cuts at HHS threaten the health of our communities
Layoffs and federal grant cuts at the Department of Health and Human Services is hurting public health programs in states, localities. Read More
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Life-saving medical research will suffer from the administration’s rash cuts
The new administration is gutting federal health programs, and that will hurt higher ed. Read More
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Largest unit of county workers form a union through AFSCME Colorado
Congratulations to the newest unit of county workers in Colorado to form a union through AFSCME. Read More
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Never Quit winner is Rhode Island public service worker who likes to empower others
Rhode Island member Stacy Smith is the latest winner of our union’s Never Quit Service Award. Read More
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A Rochester social worker tackles many crises, with one goal: To help people
Never Quit winner Danielle Ashton helps people in crisis in Rochester. Read More
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Connecticut social worker is ‘the epitome of perseverance’
Brittney Kilfeather, a social worker for the state of Connecticut, is the latest winner of our union’s Never Quit Service Award. Read More
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Oregon mental health specialist is Never Quit Service Award winner
Amy Simpson, a mental health specialist in Oregon and member of AFSCME Council 75, is the latest winner of our union’s Never Quit Service Award. Read More
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CSEA social services worker dies after assault
AFSCME mourns the tragic death of CSEA social services worker Maria Coto of New York. Read More
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Never Quit winner offers help with social services, but also a judgment-free zone
In Polk County, Minnesota, people who request social services are often glad to meet Jason Omdahl. Read More
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AFSCME members participate in multi-day ‘Care Can’t Wait’ events
President Joe Biden promised to have the backs of care workers at a rally in D.C. Read More
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AFSCME members support President Biden’s new student debt relief plans
AFSCME is 100% behind President Joe Biden’s newest student debt relief measures. Read More
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AFSCME’s Saunders: As we celebrate Care Workers Recognition Month, care workers are organizing and mobilizing
WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement ahead of today’s Rally for Care and in response to President Joe Biden proclaiming April 2024 as Care Workers Recognition Month: “Care workers are an essential part of our lives – whether providing early childhood education, end of life care or supporting people with disabilities. This… Read More
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Washington state probation counselor makes a difference in girls’ lives
Melanie Kaegi’s work is guided by a simple fact: It takes one caring adult to make a difference in a youth’s world Read More
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Privatizing Human Services
WHEREAS: Public sector workers in merit-based civil service systems are highly qualified, politically unbiased government employees who act as “honest brokers” to match eligible applicants with programs and to deliver benefits and services efficiently and effectively; and WHEREAS: Private-sector companies are aggressively pursuing business opportunities created through pre-pandemic executive action and temporary pandemic relief legislation,… Read More
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Human Services
When a family needs assistance, a worker needs to learn new skills or find employment, or a child is abused, AFSCME members are there. We are proud to serve those in need, to support and protect children and families, and to help build a more fair and just society. Resources Resolutions Read More
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