SAGCD - ILA
The largest maritime union workers in North America
[envira-gallery id=”5609″] Last week, Texas experienced a historic freeze in the wake of Winter Storm Uri. Temperatures plunged below freezing and snow and ice fell across the state. Then, the unthinkable happened, as the Texas power grid collapsed. Millions were left without electricity, huddling in frigid homes over the course of the week. The blackouts …
ILA Local 1414 in Savannah, Georgia joined Senior Citizens Inc. to help kick off the 17th Annual Blanket Drive for local seniors in need. Hundreds of blankets were collected through donations from the membership. Local 1414 continually strives to help and give back to the community. Today, Senior Citizens, Inc., with the help of hundreds …
Dear Friends, We celebrate the 92nd birthday of a man who had a dream. We celebrate and honor that dream almost 53 years after his tragic, racist assassination. Assassinated while in solidarity with sanitation workers striving for dignity, better wages, hours and working conditions. An aspiration we still are striving to achieve. What would he …
Dear Friends: “Auld Lang Syne” is the traditional Scottish song sang at the new year. Perhaps, because of my Scottish background, I have always enjoyed hearing it sung (since I cannot sing). But the meaning of fellowship and friendship the song invokes has an especially strong meaning this year. This is particularly so, since the …
[envira-gallery id=”5568″] Houston, Texas – On December 17, 2020, the Star of Hope received a significant donation from the ILA – South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District (SAGCD), West Gulf Maritime Association, Marine Repair Services – Container Maintenance Corporation out of Charleston, South Carolina, and ILA Locals 24, 28 and 1351. Alan Robb, SAGCD President, …
[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 …
James R. Watson died on Friday, December 4, 2020 at the age of 84. Jim had a life full of accomplishments. He was born in Graham, Texas where he grew up and attended Graham High School graduating with numerous football and track awards. Jim received a football scholarship from the University of Texas at Austin, …
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 …
It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Andrew Lee Laws, Sr. Andrew retired as a District Representative with the South Atlantic and Gulf Coast District in January 2020 after a seventy year career as a member of the International Longshoremen’s Association, AFL-CIO. He served seven different International presidential administrations – Joseph Ryan, …
Members of ILA Local 24 in Houston, TX volunteered their time this morning to help register other members of the local to vote. Take part in the political process by exercising your right to vote! Across the country, local, state, and federal lawmakers are campaigning to represent you in 2021. In fact, there are over 95,000 …
