MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 14hWhen MAPE members need someone in their corner, stewards are there to answer the call. This year, Cara Hofreiter was recognized with the Outstanding Steward Award for doing exactly that. mape.org/news/outstanding-locals-an… 021
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Danelle Gorra of Local 1101 received MAPE's Outstanding Member Outreach Award for her dedication to recruitment, engagement and building union solidarity. mape.org/news/outstanding-locals-an… 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 28/09/2026MAPE members hit the mighty Mississippi! 🌊 Members from all three Region 17 locals and four state agencies recently gathered for a paddle between Clearwater and Becker. 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Today is National Rabies Awareness Day. In a timely event, Carrie Klumb, senior epidemiologist with MDH's Zoonotic Disease Unit, spoke with KARE11 about a potential rabies risk after a woman handled a bat that tested positive. ow.ly/sf0T50ZRAxS 011
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Leah Shepard received the MAPE Outstanding Union Service award at Delegate Assembly that recognizes a member whose dedication, leadership and commitment strengthens MAPE and builds power for all members. mape.org/news/outstanding-locals-an… 040
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Negotiators Launch Statewide Listening Sessions to Hear Members’ Priorities for Next Contract mape.org/news/negotiators-launch-st… 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Delegates chart MAPE’s course at 2026 Delegate Assembly Members set the union’s direction, prepare for bargaining and celebrate the power of solidarity mape.org/news/delegates-chart-mapes… 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Solidarity forever! 🔊 Delegates, members and staff broke into a rousing version of "Solidarity Forever" during Delegate Assembly last weekend. The song is a famous trade union anthem written in 1915 by Ralph Chaplin to encourage workers to organize and build power through labor unions. 131
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Firefighters from across the DNR have been working tirelessly to protect Minnesota lives, property and national resources from wildfires. Learn how you can help here: mape.org/news/help-mapes-dnr-wildla… 156
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 24/09/2026MAPE stands in solidarity with Doctors Council SEIU and the Allina hospital doctors as they work to finalize a tentative agreement on their first labor contract covering wages and benefits. 021
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 23/09/2026MAPE member Megan Eiting spoke with Minnesota Public Radio about the unfavorable overtime compensation for the heroes fighting wildfires in Minnesota. Read the full story here: www.mprnews.org/story/2026/09/21/dn… 034
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 20/09/2026The Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) Meet and Confer held their Team Day earlier this week to kick off preparations for supplemental bargaining! It was a productive day focused on getting ready for listening sessions and one-on-one meetings. 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 19/09/2026That's a wrap on Delegate Assembly 2026! 🎊 Thank you to all of our terrific members, staff, volunteers, and union hotel workers for making this year's DA incredibly successful and engaging. Here are a few parting words from MAPE President, Nicole Juan. 042
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Happy Delegate Assembly 2026! 🎉 Over the next two days, nearly 200 MAPE members are meeting to address 14 proposed resolutions. It is a group of extremely passionate members who are dedicating to fighting for what Minnesota state workers deserve. Solidarity is strong here! 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026MAPE members were out in full force on Tuesday in St. Paul knocking on doors in support of local, regional, and statewide candidates. 041
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026🗳️ Be an early voter! After months of organizing, volunteering and building community, it’s time to make a plan to vote. Minnesota’s 2026 general election voting period begins Sept. 18. You can vote early by mail or in person, giving you flexibility to cast your ballot on your schedule. 041
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Our team was back out in the community, knocking on doors and connecting with neighbors in support of Kari Rehruaer, Zack Filipovich and Mark Legvold! 🏡🙌 Thanks to everyone who got out there and helped make their voices heard! 030
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 17/09/2026MAPE Members Buckle Down at 2026 Negotiations Convention Negotiators and Meet and Confer Chairs come together to prepare for next year’s bargaining and identify priorities for MAPE members mape.org/news/mape-members-buckle-d… 040
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 17/09/2026MAPE Local 1902 gathered at Sibley Park in Mankato recently for a fall picnic filled with good food, great company and plenty of union spirit!🍁 MAPE President Nicole June and Vice President Maureen Dunaway joined the fun, making it a great opportunity for members to connect. 040
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 16/09/2026More than 250 professional staff are now united through MAPE@Mac, working to secure a fair first contract. Supporters can contact Macalester President Rivera and encourage the college to negotiate a fair agreement with MAPE members: mape.org/news/mape-welcomes-new-stu… 034
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Negotiators and members of the Organizing Committee met today to plan their next call to action. Negotiators and contract action teams are holding listening sessions with members across the state to learn what they would like to see in the contract. 030
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Ann Adkisson Elected New MAPE Meet and Confer Speaker mape.org/news/ann-adkisson-elected-… 030
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Our team hit the doors Friday in Mankato to connect with voters and show our support for Leah Hanson and Nick Frentz. It was a great day of conversations and community! 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) Week is offering workers and employers opportunities to learn about workplace protections, responsibilities and resources this week! mape.org/news/knowing-your-rights-w… 044
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 13/09/2026MAPE members enjoyed a night at the Saints game, marking the 4th year. Local 401 President Jeff Gintz has been the driving force behind making the Saints outings a success. This year, 8 locals participated, selling nearly 1,000 tickets. mape.org/news/solidarity-and-baseba… 020
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 12/09/2026MAPE’s Fifth Year at the State Fair Brings Awareness and Conversations mape.org/news/mapes-fifth-year-stat… 030
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Twenty-five years later, we remember September 11, 2001, and the nearly 3,000 lives lost that day, including Minnesotans Gary Koecheler, Gordon Aamoth Jr., Tom Burnett Jr. and Master Sergeant Max Beilke. Never forget. 010
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 10/09/2026After years of decline, union membership in the US increased by 411,000 members in 2025, the largest increase since 2008, according to a new report. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/se… 052
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Organizing and our Contract: You are the Union Part 3: What does it take to get a good contract? mape.org/news/organizing-and-our-co… 021
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Come learn about Delegate Assembly Sept. 9 at noon! DA Basics is designed for anyone represented by MAPE who would like to learn more about DA. mape.org/events/delegate-assembly-b… 022
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 08/09/2026For Local 801 Steward Rachel Beise, union values are more than a workplace principle. They are a family tradition that spans four generations. ow.ly/Zpm550ZKq5b 073
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 07/09/2026This Labor Day, we celebrate working people and the power we have when we stand together. 184
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Cindy Olson, MAPE member from MPCA and David Clanaugh, MAPE member and Duluth City Councilman, spoke at We Make Minnesota event on the subject of increasing revenue to ensure Minnesotans have the services they need and deserve. Amazing turnout from MAPE members! 032
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 03/09/2026MAPE members headed to the Saints game for a night of solidarity! 060
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Another stellar door knocking turnout! Members knocked for Amanda Matchett, who is running for HD32A. Now is a great time to make sure you are registered to vote! Never hurts to double check. Early voting begins in 19 days! 064
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 30/08/2026Members from Local 901 gathered to have conversations about their wants and needs for contract negotiations. 050
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 29/08/2026We want to hear how the work you do directly impacts your fellow Minnesotans and what would happen if there were gaps in services the Minnesotans depend on. mape.org/news/how-do-you-serve-minn… 021
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 28/08/2026State Budget and our Contract: Why Funding Matters mape.org/news/state-budget-and-our-… 011
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Today is our 2026 Negotiations Convention! 🎉 Our 2026-27 Negotiations Team came together today to become better acquainted with the previous negotiations process in order to make this round as successful as possible. This team is excited to fight for the rights Minnesota workers deserve! 041
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 28/08/2026MAPE will have an information booth at the AFL-CIO pavilion Aug. 28-Aug. 30 and Sept. 4-7. This is our fifth year having a booth and we are looking forward to speaking to fairgoers about how it is better in a union! 031
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 27/08/2026MAPE members are invited to attend the Twins game on Sept. 1 at 6:40 p.m. for Domestic Violence Awareness Day. Wear purple! Stop by the booth between 4:40-6:40 p.m. to take photos and amplify a dream for world without domestic violence. gofevo.com/event/domesticviolence68 021
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 26/08/2026MAPE will have an information booth at the AFL-CIO pavilion Aug. 28-Aug. 30 and Sept. 4-7. We are looking forward to speaking to fairgoers about how it is better in a union! We will also march in the Labor Day parade on Sept. 7 with dozens of other unions. See you at the fair! 0125
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 25/08/2026MAPE members knocked in Bemidji for Reed Olson (HD2A) and in Coon Rapids for Kari Rehrauer (HD35B) and Angela Nelson (SD35). Shoutout to Local 1002 for their amazing tunrout! 👏🎉 141
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Region 15 Negotiator Brent Mason joined the We Make Minnesota town hall meeting in Bemidji over the weekend. MAPE partners with WMM in its fight for more public revenues and investments that create a strong and prosperous Minnesota for all of us. 032
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 20/08/2026MAPE stands in solidarity with the Minnesota groups and unions condemning federal surveillance of ICE protesters. Read more below. app.publicnewsservice.org/story/mn-…? 074
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Help us welcome MAPE's New Human Resources Director, Shelly Chamberlain. mape.org/news/meet-mapes-new-human-… 041
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 19/08/2026On Sunday, Local 501 held an ice cream 🍦social at Battle Creek Regional Park to celebrate a recent surge in local membership numbers. 👏 Here is a group of member leaders engaged in a very serious game of Jenga! Who do you think won? 🤔 040
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 19/08/2026An awesome group of MAPE door knockers went out on Sunday for Rep. Tabke. HD54A, primarily Shakopee, is going to be another close one! Last election he won by only 14 votes! Hoping our door knocking can help secure another win for workers! 051
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Politics and our Contract: Why Involvement is Key mape.org/news/politics-and-our-cont… 001
MAPEunion @mapeunion.bsky.social · 17/08/2026ICYMI: Minnesota broke its own record for voting turnout in the primary! Let's make this the highest general voting year yet! Make sure you are registered to vote. Early voting opens on Sept. 18. 095
