Non-tenure track (NTT) faculty do most of the teaching at LMU. Yet, we endure short-term contracts, job insecurity, and minimal opportunities to advance at the university. What is more, our wages make it difficult to survive in one of the most expensive regions in the nation. Many of us take … Read More
In every region of the union and across state lines, we’re putting boots on the ground to turn out the vote and win at the ballot box. Make no mistake, our SEIU 721 member votes will make the difference. That’s why it’s crucial that we make a voting plan … Read More
This Labor Day, I’m thankful for the strength of our SEIU 721 family. Over the past several years, we’ve weathered COVID, spiraling inflation, political division and international unrest. We pushed through grief and loss and channeled our energy into a fight for recognition, respect and economic justice. There’s a new … Read More
SEIU 721 Retirees are Retired and Active! Cora Jackson-Fossett, who is retired from LA County Public Works and is an LA/OC Cities Region Elected Leader, was recently highlighted by Keck Medicine of USC. Though laryngeal cancer has taken her ability to speak physically, she is still finding ways to use … Read More
The SEIU 721 Retiree Committee is proud to announce and support a play written by a fellow SEIU retiree! Playwright David Trujillo retired from SEIU International and his upcoming play “Filthy Laundry” opens on Labor Day weekend in Los Angeles. Tickets are $25. The play is set in an industrial … Read More
SEIU 721 President and Executive Director David Green issued the following statement after the SEIU International union endorsed Kamala Harris for President: “I wish to thank President Joe Biden both for the incredible leadership he has displayed while in office and for his most recent decision as it pertains to … Read More
The LA County Contract 2025 Kick Off will be held at the JW Marriott at LA Live. Members who are driving can utilize the West Road Valet for parking. West Road Valet 1015 S. Georgia St. (West Rd.) Los Angeles, Ca 90015 From 110 South: Exit 9th St. Right … Read More
Occidental College student workers voted overwhelmingly to join us in SEIU Local 721, according to ballots tallied Wednesday, June 12, by the National Labor Relations Board! The more than 1,000 undergraduate workers have diverse roles — baristas, resident assistants, graders, tutors, translators, lifeguards, researchers, and many more — and formed two … Read More