Ventura County Labor Day Picnic August 31 2025

Join us this Labor Day weekend to use the power of the labor movement to support immigrant families and advance farmworkers union organizing. There will be a barbecue, kid’s activities, bouncy houses and a raffle. Join us on Sunday, August 31, 2025 from 11am to 3pm. The Labor Day Picnic


SEIU 721 Members Take the Lead at Oxnard Citizenship Fair

Over 100 participants came out to the Citizenship Fair in Oxnard on July 27th. SEIU 721 members and community allies from CAUSE, MICOP, Indivisible Ventura, El Concilio Family Services, the Law Office of Vanessa Frank, Korling Law and other community groups help process over forty N-400 forms. Our Citizenship Fair


Our Voice is our Resistance at the Oxnard Citizenship Fair

Over 100 participants and volunteers filled the Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School cafeteria for our Feb 3rd Citizenship Fair. SEIU 721 members, CAUSE and other community groups helped dozens of legal permanent residents with their path to U.S. citizenship after filling out their N-400 forms. Families from cities across Ventura


We Honor Dr. King’s Legacy of Fighting for Working Families

Today SEIU 721 members in Los Angeles and Oxnard joined marches honoring Dr. King’s legacy of civil rights leadership and tireless advocacy for labor rights and economic justice. In Los Angeles, a parade led by SEIU 721 members leaders like St. John’s Chief Steward Gary Poe marched with LA County


Gold Coast Transit District Members Gear Up for Bargaining

Member unity and participation is the foundation for winning a strong contract that lifts up Gold Coast Transit District. The SEIU 721 Gold Coast Transit District bargaining team met with District negotiators several times starting on August 22nd and most recently Sept. 19th. Our team provided an extensive set of


Our Voice and Our Resistance at the Oxnard Citizenship Fair

Supporting the Oxnard Citizenship Fair

Led by SEIU 721 members, CAUSE, and other community groups, over 100 participants and volunteers filled the Oxnard Performing Arts Center for our July 30th Citizenship Fair. Dozens of legal permanent residents are now on a path to U.S. citizenship after filling out their N-400 forms with the help of


WE DID IT! Oxnard designated a Sanctuary City!

SEIU 721 members Rosa Valladares and Roberto Camacho after the Council votes to make Oxnard a Sanctuary City.

Together, SEIU 721 members have spent countless hours working alongside residents and community groups to make Oxnard a Sanctuary City. On July 25, the Oxnard City Council voted to make our demand a reality! Now more than ever before, it’s critical that our elected leaders stand up for all working


Your Citizenship, Your Voice, Your Resistance

The right to vote is one of the most fundamental rights in our country. By taking your vote to the ballot box you can stand up to the current administration’s attacks on working families, on our healthcare and in defense of those with different immigration status. On July 30th, join


Tri-Counties Members and Community Stand Up to Make Oxnard a Safe City

In response to draconian anti-immigrant measures being enacted nationwide by the Trump Administration, over 400 SEIU Local 721 members joined community activists and concerned families at last night’s Oxnard City Council meeting to demand that authorities make Oxnard a “Safe City” for all people living there.


SEIU Member Leadership Delivers a Big Win at TCRC

Thanks to SEIU member leadership, the Tri-Counties Regional Center has received additional funding from the State of California (ABX2-1 funds) and a large portion of those funds are required to be used for employee salaries. Salary increases are key to retaining the experienced professionals that our communities need to serve families with disabilities.