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TAM Workers United members at their first rally in October 2023

Aug. 22, 2025

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Tacoma Art Museum Workers Unanimously Ratify First Union Contract

After nearly three years of fighting, the workers at Tacoma Art Museum have successfully ratified their first union contract and joined WFSE/AFSCME.

Tacoma Art Museum Workers Unanimously Ratify First Union Contract

An image of Sarah Shaw with a green fade on the bottom of the screen. White text says "Sarah Shaw released from ICE custody after 3 weeks."

Aug. 21, 2025

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Sarah Shaw Released from ICE, Supported by WFSE Members and Family

With the help of her union siblings, family and elected officials, the WFSE member and public servant from Everett has been released from ICE custody.

Sarah Shaw Released from ICE, Supported by WFSE Members and Family

Aug. 15, 2025

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To protect our communities, federal workers are speaking out

At a time when our communities are under attack, our voices are more important than ever. That’s why federal workers are speaking out. Since this administration took office, many of them have struggled to do their jobs and find the resources to serve their communities.

To protect our communities, federal workers are speaking out

A collage of photos of WFSE LNI interpreters overlayed by heading which reads "WFSE Fights Unpaid Labor at Labor & Industries"

Aug. 13, 2025

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WFSE Fights Unpaid Labor at Labor & Industries

Unionized interpreters are owed hundreds of thousands of dollars after interpreting for Washington’s injured workers. L&I still has not made the issue right, and interpreters remain unpaid for their work.

WFSE Fights Unpaid Labor at Labor & Industries

Aug. 08, 2025

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WFSE Demands ICE Release DCYF Union Member Immediately

The Washington Federation of State Employees calls for the immediate release of our member and DCYF juvenile rehabilitation employee Sarah Shaw (Local 341) and her son, Isaac, who have been illegally detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

WFSE Demands ICE Release DCYF Union Member Immediately