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[envira-gallery id=”5537″] On Saturday, December 12, 2020, U. S. Senate candidate Reverend Raphael Warnock made a stop along the campaign trail at the historic International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1414 in Savannah, Georgia to encourage everyone to go out and vote. He was warmly welcomed by Jackie Robinson, Local 1414 President; Willie Seymour, South Atlantic Gulf …
Dear Friends and Family, Tomorrow we Americans celebrate another Thanksgiving. But, this year is unlike any we have ever known. While many of us will be celebrating in a different manner, we must reflect on the purpose and spirit of this National holiday. Sure, part of our historical celebration has been an opportunity to celebrate …
[envira-gallery id=”5479″] On October 30, 2020, at 10:00 AM, all operations came to a halt at the Port of Savannah, where ILA Local 1414 and the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) gathered together to show respect and to remember union brother Jerome Williams. Brother Williams fell into the water while transiting the gangway and lost his …
The 2020 Presidential Election is approaching on November 3, 2020, and it is more important than ever to make sure you get out and vote. Alabama General Election Voter Registration Deadline: October 19 Online: October 19 by 11:59 pm By mail: Postmarked by October 19 In person: October 19 by close of business Register to …
[envira-gallery id=”5447″] Congratulations to the ILA and Cooper/Ports America (C/PA) working at the IMS container yard. Last week, a luncheon was held to celebrate two years with no Lost Time Incidents at C/PA. Keep up the good work!
It is now more important than ever to respond to the 2020 Census. Results from the Census helps direct federal dollars to our local communities, schools, roads, and other public services. But, every person needs to be counted in order to get our fair share. The results from the Census also determines the number of …
As we celebrate this Thanksgiving holiday, I am so grateful to everyone in the ILA family who has made our success possible. Thank you for your hard work day in and day out. Have a safe, blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!
When you buy union, you’re supporting good jobs in American communities, jobs that provide living wages and benefits, safe working conditions, and dignity and respect for work. Look for these quality products, produced by union members, when preparing for your Thanksgiving feast. The following list comes to us from Union Label and the products are made by …
ORTH BERGEN, NJ – (October 22, 2019) The International Longshoremen’s Association Civil Rights Committee will honor John D. Baker, ILA General Organizer; Gerald Owens, ILA Civil Rights Committee Chairman; and Mary Gima, ILA Executive Assistant (retired) and a member of the ILA’s Civil Rights Committee. Vincent Marino from Marine Repair Service Container Maintenance will also …
NORTH BERGEN, NJ – (September 27, 2019) Dennis A. Daggett, Executive Vice President of the International Longshoremen’s Association, AFL-CIO, and President of ILA Local 1804 will be the featured speaker tonight at the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) Region III Annual Honoree Reception held at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Boca Raton, Florida. Two …
Happy Labor Day to ILA members and all working families! Let us honor the American labor movement and pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. As we celebrate Labor Day today, please keep those that may be impacted by Hurricane Dorian in your thoughts and prayers.
