Unity Rally
Our Unity Rally and BBQ at The Alamo was a powerful success! More than 1,000 members from SEIU 1991, AFSCME, and CIR showed up in person — with many more joining via Zoom — as we came together in unity to continue the fight for our 4% COLA. Check out the photos in the slideshow…
The Fight Continues!
Dear SEIU 1991 Member,Thank you to the 200+ members who packed DTC 259, and to the additional 500 members who joined via Zoom! We delivered more than 1,000 letters from members and their families to management.Member leaders read powerful testimonies and painted the table purple! Despite this powerful show of unity, management moved their position…
U.S. Senators Amplify Floridians’ Health Care Stories at SEIU 1991 Office as Insurance Premiums Skyrocket
On Monday, November 3rd, U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren, Tina Smith, and Chris Murphy engaged with and listened to the struggles of South Florida community members who will be directly affected by the impending expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits, including many South Florida union members at the SEIU 1991 office. During the visit, the…
Hurricane Melissa Relief
Go to: https://miami.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=3596 2. The Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) is taking monetary donations, supplies and also accepting volunteers at the GEM Warehouse in Doral to assemble family necessity kits. Where: 1850 NW 84th Ave #100, Doral FL 33126 When: Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sign up at https://lnkd.in/ei3yKqjq Donate to the Amazon wish list…
COLA Reopener Bargaining: SEIU 1991 Stands United
SEIU 1991 Nurses, Doctors, and Healthcare professionals stand united for our four percent COLA! Over 400 union members mobilized yesterday, with an additional 500 on Zoom, for the fourth round of negotiations. We stood firm in our fight to win a 4% COLA promised to all other county employees and their families. Management refused to move…
Climate Committee Chair Liz Joseph, APRN, presents at SEIU API Caucus Summit
SEIU 1991 member and Climate Committee Chair Liz Joseph, APRN, was invited to speak at SEIU’s International Asian Pacific Islander (API) Caucus Summit 2025 in Minneapolis. Joseph’s presentation, titled “A Framework for Sustainable Health Systems to Mitigate the Effects of Climate Change,” highlighted the strides achieved through the SEIU 1991/JHS Climate Committee partnership.
Jackson Health System Recognized Nationally for Environmental Sustainability Excellence
Jackson Health System was a top performer in the Vizient Environmental Sustainability Excellence Award, specifically in the Comprehensive Academic Medical Center cohort. The award recognized providers that positively contribute to human and environmental health through responsible purchasing decisions, a commitment to carbon emission reduction and climate resilience. We were chosen out of 76 healthcare systems…
COLA Bargaining Session #3
Dear SEIU 1991 Member, We returned to the bargaining table seeking a raise for ourselves and our families. Management regretfully responded with a 1% offer. We rejected their unacceptable offer. We reminded the administration of the work we do every day, and what we did to “Save Jackson” when the hospital faced privatization and possible…
SEIU 1991’s Climate Committee recognized in published case study
The SEIU 1991/JHS Climate Committee is proud to announce that its case study regarding Jackson South’s participation as an essential hospital, exploring ways to become more energy efficient, was recently published. Read the full study here: https://us.noharm.org/news/hospitals-power-through-federal-changes-cost-saving-energy-projects
Some Cuts Won’t Heal – Labor Day BBQ
Dear SEIU 1991 Member, Join us on Monday, September 1, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. for a Labor Day BBQ as we stand in solidarity to discuss the harmful impacts the recently passed legislation (OBBB) will have on our patients and hospital. When: Monday, September 1, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Where: The Alamo,…
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