Evelyn DeJesus, Executive Vice President for American Federation of Teachers

01/05/2026

Despite freezing temperatures and gusting winds, more than 70 nurses and community supporters protested staffing reductions at Providence Alaska Medical Center on Dec. 15 to ensure patient safety. The Alaska Nurses Association organized the Safe Staffing Rally to protest staffing cuts that nurses sa...

01/02/2026

🥂 Dear 2026,
We are stepping into the new year with hearts full of hope, unity in our hands, and action in every step—because workers and immigrant families deserve nothing less than our unwavering commitment to demand justice, dignity, and respect ✊
Together, we will show up brighter, bolder, and bigger than any fireworks 🎆

01/01/2026

Deseándoles un próspero, saludable y feliz Año Nuevo. Continuemos trabajando juntos, porque en unidad alcanzaremos más de lo que lograríamos individualmente. AFT

12/29/2025

Happening Now! AFT is at the Asociación de Maestros de Puerto Rico’s 113.ª Annual Delegate Assembly under the motto “Solidaridad y lucha: firmes en acción.” ~ “Solidarity and struggle: steadfast in action. I am here to reaffirm that AFT’s commitment to AMPR and the people of Puerto Rico is unshakable. Solid as a rock.”
Our national union will continue to support you, at the bargaining table and in every fight!
“Puerto Rico: we’ve stood with you in every fight. We stand with you today. We’ll stand with you tomorrow. 1.8 million members strong!”
“AMPR: We’re with you. We stand beside you. The fight isn’t over, because YOUR fight is OUR fight.”

12/15/2025

May the light of Hanukkah inspire hope, resilience, and peace for all who celebrate.

11/16/2025

11/08/2025

AFT UFT - United Federation of Teachers Public Employees Federation (Official) Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-CIO Professional Staff Congress/CUNY NYSUT - A Union of Professionals TOGETHER hosting the AFT - SOMOS DAY OF SERVICE at Escuela Elemental Dr. Julio J. Henna. We also visited de la Kennedy where 6,000 freshly prepared meals are distributed throughout the Island. 🇵🇷🇺🇸
When you invest in education & in communities, you invest in the future of our children. These books, backpacks, hygiene kits & learning tools are beacons of hope for this community.

10/26/2025

Trump is causing grocery prices to rise, letting healthcare premiums increase, and ignoring what matters to our communities. It’s no surprise his supporters with Latinos has plummeted.

The shift could spell trouble for Republicans looking to cement support with this group in future elections.