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The International’s Organizing Department is looking for talented member organizers to add to its ranks.

We are looking for new organizers who reflect the demographics of our members, and have the skills to communicate the value of belonging to our union family to workers who want a better life. We are especially interested in members who have already developed relationships with their colleagues at their workplaces and can hit the ground running.

At the UFCW, our organizers are valued and supported as an integral part of the union operation and leadership team, and we have developed successful training programs for organizing staff to build worker power in every UFCW industry.

All locals are encouraged to spread the word about this opportunity to help grow our union family. To apply, members must send a resume and cover letter to Denise Clark in the Organizing Department at dclark@ufcw.org.

UFCW Local 2008 held its second biannual Steward Educational Conference in Hot Springs, Ark., on Oct. 17 to 18. The conference provided new leadership opportunities and training for stewards to further strengthen the support they provide to our members.

The event had strong attendance with more than half of the local’s union stewards present, including those who represent members who work at Kroger, Tyson Foods, Conagra Brands, Tankersley Foodservice, Wayne Farms and the Bionetics Corporation.

Conference workshops ranged from “Mobilizing the Membership” to “Screening Gripes From Grievances and Knowing Your Contract.” UFCW Local 2008 stewards enjoyed being able to speak with one another about the challenges they work to solve in their workplaces. The stewards also found the workshops to be informative and helpful, giving them tips and ideas to become more active in their stores, plants and facilities.

“I look forward to providing additional training in the future,” said UFCW Local 2008 President Steve Gelios.