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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

WORKERS VOTE 11/3! ✅ Election Day is approaching & DC47 members make a difference at the ballot box. Before you vote, check out DC47’s: *Endorsement website: m.afsc.me/2k1 *General Election 2026 Voter Guide: m.afsc.me/2k8 #philly #union #worker @afscme.bsky.social #election #usa

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Thank you, Lee Saunders, for your dedicated leadership and years of service as AFSCME President. Your commitment to working people and our union has made a lasting impact. Wishing you all the best in your next chapter. Thank you, Lee, and solidarity always! ✊ . @afscme #philly #UnionStrong

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Marvin from Penn Libraries Circulation doesn’t want overtime cuts that amount to significant pay reductions. What he DOES want is wages that at least keep up with inflation! Support Penn Libraries and Dining staff by signing our petition at bit.ly/WeLovePennWorkers #union #philly #upenn

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AFSCME @afscme.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

AFSCME President Patrick Moran delivered a rousing first speech to close out the convention. For 90 years, our union has been how we fight for the respect and dignity we deserve. That fight is ours to carry together, and the next 90 years starts now.

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Together, we can send a clear message to Penn leadership: Respect workers. Settle a fair contract. Petition- Link in bio or: m.afsc.me/2ge #philly @afscme #penn @afscmecwu #UnionsBelongAtPenn

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SIGN PETITION: Support Fair Contracts for Penn Workers!

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

for the work they do. When workers speak up together, they create change. Today, Penn workers are standing united for a fair contract, and they need our support. *Stand with Penn workers. *Sign the petition. *Share their stories. ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Every worker deserves dignity, respect, and fair pay. The faces in these photos are hardworking people who keep the University of Pennsylvania running every day. They're sharing their stories because this fight isn't just about a contract. It's about being valued, respected, and paid fairly ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

These folks are coming out of today’s trainings ready to talk to coworkers about taking action to win the contracts they deserve!! #philly @afscme

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Feeling fired up after two back-to-back trainings today bringing together @afscmedc47 union members from the three groups in contract negotiations right now at University of Pennsylvania @penndining @upennlib. ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Establishment of a professional development program for FWM staff

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Immediate increase of at least 6.25% to the lowest bargaining unit pay rates Guaranteed annual 3% raises in 2027 and 2028 Priority hiring of internal candidates to fill bargaining unit vacancies Increase to sick time accrual rates and improvements to PTO ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

the result of a respectful and cooperative spirit from management throughout the process. Contract highlights include: Creation of a transparent pay system including longevity pay to reward years of service Average raises of 7% upon contract ratification ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

We congratulate our union members at Philadelphia’s Fabric Workshop & Museum @fabricworkshop on unanimously ratifying their first union contract. This contract sets a new standard in our union as the first to come from voluntary recognition and fastest to be negotiated ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Rising costs associated with everyday items like food and clothing are outpacing wages for most workers. I am glad our union is fighting for what’s right.” @afscmelocal590 @pennlibrariesunited @cwuafscme @afscme #philly

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Penn’s unionized staff are still fighting for fair wages. Fair contract NOW! Hear why from Octavia, a Library Service Assistant @upennlib: “Having wages that keep up with the current economy is vital. ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

When workers stand together, we win better workplaces, stronger communities, and a better future for the children and families who depend on these services. ✊ #Solidarityforever. #UnionsBelongAtPenn #upenn . . #philly #UnionStrong @afscme @afscmecwu

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

They show up for students every day. Now, we show up for them. Workers from Penn Dining & Penn Libraries demand dignity, respect, and fair treatment for their work to support children every day. Their work is essential, their voices matter, and they deserve to be valued. ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Bev from Local 54, Penn Dining, loves feeding & getting to know Penn students so much she’s been doing it for 23 years. The economy is hard, Penn is wealthy, & the dining staff need better pay. Locals 54 & 590 are ready to stand together & fight ✊ #union #philly #bettertogether #solidarity #upenn

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Chinese Studies Librarian Anna loves her job and devotes so much of her time and energy to it..she hopes the University will reciprocate her dedication with a fair contract and fair wage scale. Fair contract now! ✊#union #philly #bettertogether #solidarity #upenn @afscme.bsky.social

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

that keep UPenn an R1 school and are all fighting for fair pay from Penn management at the same time. It’s time for Penn to get serious. FAIR PAY NOW @pennlibrariesunited @afscmelocal590#unionsbelongatpenn @afscme

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

HOT union summer at UPenn ☀️☀️☀️ unionized staff from @penndining and @upennlib joined forces for a union gathering today at the entrance to UPenn’s campus in 97 degree heat (real feel 111!) These workers provide essential services ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Stacy from Local 54 loves our big, beautiful campus union family and wants to see us all get a fair contract #union #bettertogether #solidarity #upenn #unionsbelongatpenn @afscme.bsky.social

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Did you see? Pennsylvania's new $50.8 billion state budget was signed into law on Sunday. Our statement:

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

✅ Increased parental leave ✅ Increased employer 401(k) contributions ✅ No increase in employee health care % ✅ Increased disability benefits When workers stand together, they win. #Solidarity works. ✊ #philly #union @AFSCME #UnionStrong

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

CONTRACT RATIFIED! Congrats to the members of AFSCME Local 752 at the Philadelphia Zoo on ratifying a new 3-year contract! This agreement delivers: ✅ Wage increases of 4% in 2026, 3.75% in 2027, and 3.5% in 2028 ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

AFSCME DC47 Member Spotlight, Ellie and Tara, Animal Keepers at the Philadelphia Zoo, pt. 2: How our Keepers model empathy toward the natural world, and how that benefits us all #union #philly #philadelphiazoo #empathy @afscme.bsky.social

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Let’s support our Phila Zoo staff as they approach the finish line of contract negotiations ✊ #unionstrong #philly #philadelphiazoo #family #communityspace

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

@afscme.bsky.social DC47 Member Spotlight: Phila Zookeeper, Ellie, Pt.1: The Zoo as a multigenerational community space, and that influence on her personal journey toward becoming a Keeper 🦍🐘🦚 ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

July 2: Stand w/ @AFSCME DC47 members @afscmelocal1723 @afscmelocal590 @phillycwu & other Higher Ed Unions repping workers across Philly campuses to demand future for higher ed that is fully funded & worker first! Part of Workers over Billionaires 4th of July WOA @phillyaflcio ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Today we are honoring Juneteenth and are reminded that there is no economic justice without racial justice ✊ . #juneteenth #philly #union @phillyaflcio @afscme

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

👏 Congratulations to Iman Byrd on winning one of the AFSCME Family Scholarships 2026. Your mother Mercedes White, of @afscme2186 , could not be more proud of your accomplishments. You have nothing but endless possibilities ahead. Congratulations again from your AFSCME family. . #philly #afscme

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

AFSCME DC47 Member Spotlight: Resource Sharing Specialist, Lapis, Pt.3: Union library workers aren’t just cogs in the machine-they develop and sustain original programming! Plus: a bonus Al PSA #union #philly #solidarity #upenn #library

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Your dedication, strength, and commitment to working people in Philly inspire us all. #philly #union #UnionWomanOfTheYear @afscme.bsky.social

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

So proud of our DC47 President, April Gigetts! True leadership means bringing workers together, empowering voices, and building a union family that stands strong for one another. Today, we celebrate an incredible leader and advocate. Congrats to @phillycluw Union Woman of the Year April Gigetts! ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

SEND A LETTER: Pass a PA State Budget by June 30th! PA House has already voted to approve Gov Shapiro’s spending plan, and now it is time for the PA Senate to do the same! ->

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

WE WON. ✊🔥 The right-to-work billionaires came for Philly and got sent packing. NOT. IN. PHILLY. Union strong. Worker strong. Philly strong. 💪 #philly #union @afscme @phillydefenderstaffunion

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

YOU CAN’T BUST THIS!!!!!!! WE WON AGAIN!!!!!!! Thanks to everyone who came out to vote. Let’s get back to work! @phillydefenderstaffunion ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️❤️❤️💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅🌹🌹🌹🌹

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

#Philly forecast today: Blazing hot and overcast, with a strong front of solidarity rolling through! High chance of unionization. 🔥 Vote YES for @phillydefenderstaffunion and send the billionaire-backed #union busters packing. ✊

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

🔥 PA State Rep @rep_fiedler says right to work OUT of Philly! Thank you for standing in solidarity with workers! @phillydefenderstaffunion is voting YES✅ Tuesday & Wednesday this week to stand up to attacks on labor by national right to work billionaires! ✊

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

TOMORROW is day 1 of @phillydefenderstaffunion special election. It’s time for Defender non-attorney staff to show up & make it clear: we want our union, we want our protections, we want our contract, & we’re voting YES AGAIN to keep everything we’ve worked for. SOLIDARITY FOREVER ✅ . #philly #union

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

🚫🧊 Civil & Human Rights Committee of @phillyaflcio.bsky.social will host Know Your Rights Training (KYR) on Mon, June 15, 2026, at 10am at their headquarters at 22 S. 22nd St, 2nd Fl. Trainings held by offices of @kendraphlcouncil & @cmthomasphl. . #philly #union #knowyourrights #iceout

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AFSCME @afscme.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Employees at Atelier Fine Art Services ran a successful organizing campaign and won their union through voluntary recognition by management, another union victory for cultural workers in Philadelphia and @afscmedc47.bsky.social.

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Workers at Philadelphia art services firm win recognition for their AFSCME union

Art services employees in Philadelphia win union recognition in yet another AFSCME victory for cultural workers.

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Najah, Molly, Galia, Anna, and Irene from Adult Social Services are voting YES for workers’ rights and protections on June 9th and 10th. They won’t let Right to Work tear down all that we’ve fought for. Union strong! Union YES! @phillydefenderstaffunion #philly @afscme.bsky.social

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

🔥🔥 @reptarikkhan: “They voted 82% to form a union. They negotiated their first contract. They ratified it just weeks ago. Now a national anti-union group is trying to break up that union. Something’s not right about that.” @phillydefenderstaffunion @afscmedc47 #philly @afscme.bsky.social

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AFSCME District Council 47 @afscmedc47.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Our representatives in Harrisburg stand with us @phillydefenderstaffunion as we head into an election to vote union yes (again!) next week. Grateful for their support keeping Right to Work out of philly, today and everyday! @senatorsaval @repbwaxman @reptarikkhan @repkrajewski

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