AFT International Affairs Department
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The International Affairs Department within the American Federation of Teachers.
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AFT affiliates were deeply involved with Somos in Puerto Rico, participating in a professional development bootcamp, a book giveaway and food distribution service day, panel discussions, workshops and lots of networking. Read more about our members' experiences here ⬇️
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SOMOS: Service, solidarity and strategy
It was total immersion at this year’s SOMOS, the annual Puerto Rico power gathering of New York legislators and other elected officials, unionists, civic groups and political activists. From a profess...
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November 14, 2025 at 3:37 PM
AFT affiliates were deeply involved with Somos in Puerto Rico, participating in a professional development bootcamp, a book giveaway and food distribution service day, panel discussions, workshops and lots of networking. Read more about our members' experiences here ⬇️
www.aft.org/news/somos-s...
www.aft.org/news/somos-s...
@aft.org is proud to work with JTA & @eduinternational.bsky.social to support psychosocial healing and crisis leadership training for Jamaican teachers after Hurricane Melissa — because caring for educators means caring for communities. 🌍
November 13, 2025 at 7:45 PM
@aft.org is proud to work with JTA & @eduinternational.bsky.social to support psychosocial healing and crisis leadership training for Jamaican teachers after Hurricane Melissa — because caring for educators means caring for communities. 🌍
Relief for teachers means more than rebuilding classrooms — it means rebuilding lives. @aft.org applauds the Jamaica Teachers’ Association’s efforts and we’re ready to support through our global network. Because when teachers thrive, communities flourish. #EducationForAll
November 13, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Relief for teachers means more than rebuilding classrooms — it means rebuilding lives. @aft.org applauds the Jamaica Teachers’ Association’s efforts and we’re ready to support through our global network. Because when teachers thrive, communities flourish. #EducationForAll
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Teachers in Jamaica are facing enormous recovery challenges after Hurricane Melissa. The Jamaica Teachers’ Association $35 million relief plan marks a vital first step. @aft.org joins international partners in standing with JTA. www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/10/j... #GlobalUnionSolidarity
JTA mobilises initial $35 million to provide relief for teachers impacted by Hurricane Melissa - Jamaica Observer
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) has announced the allocation of an initial $35 million to support teachers severely impacted by Hurricane Melissa. This initial sum was appr...
www.jamaicaobserver.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Teachers in Jamaica are facing enormous recovery challenges after Hurricane Melissa. The Jamaica Teachers’ Association $35 million relief plan marks a vital first step. @aft.org joins international partners in standing with JTA. www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/10/j... #GlobalUnionSolidarity
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Unions worldwide are standing up for democracy. ✊
Join AFT, ASI & APALA for Defending Democracy: The Role of South Korean Labor Unions
🗓️ Nov. 17 | 5–6 PM ET
🔗 Save your spot tinyurl.com/3hwaftf6 @shankerinst.bsky.social @aft.org @aftmass.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
Join AFT, ASI & APALA for Defending Democracy: The Role of South Korean Labor Unions
🗓️ Nov. 17 | 5–6 PM ET
🔗 Save your spot tinyurl.com/3hwaftf6 @shankerinst.bsky.social @aft.org @aftmass.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Unions worldwide are standing up for democracy. ✊
Join AFT, ASI & APALA for Defending Democracy: The Role of South Korean Labor Unions
🗓️ Nov. 17 | 5–6 PM ET
🔗 Save your spot tinyurl.com/3hwaftf6 @shankerinst.bsky.social @aft.org @aftmass.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
Join AFT, ASI & APALA for Defending Democracy: The Role of South Korean Labor Unions
🗓️ Nov. 17 | 5–6 PM ET
🔗 Save your spot tinyurl.com/3hwaftf6 @shankerinst.bsky.social @aft.org @aftmass.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @jessjtang.bsky.social
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Tonight’s results are a victory in our fight for opportunity, good public schools, safe neighborhoods and a life that working people can afford. @rweingarten.bsky.social
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AFT President Randi Weingarten on Election Results
WASHINGTON—AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement on the results of Election Day 2025:“Tonight, in race after race across the country, voters sent a clear message: They want the...
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November 5, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Tonight’s results are a victory in our fight for opportunity, good public schools, safe neighborhoods and a life that working people can afford. @rweingarten.bsky.social
www.aft.org/press-releas...
www.aft.org/press-releas...
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November is Native American Heritage Month - a time to recognize and celebrate the heritage of indigenous peoples.
Bring their perspective into your classroom with resources from @sharemylesson.bsky.social.
🔗 https://sharemylesson.com/collections/indigenous
Bring their perspective into your classroom with resources from @sharemylesson.bsky.social.
🔗 https://sharemylesson.com/collections/indigenous
November 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month - a time to recognize and celebrate the heritage of indigenous peoples.
Bring their perspective into your classroom with resources from @sharemylesson.bsky.social.
🔗 https://sharemylesson.com/collections/indigenous
Bring their perspective into your classroom with resources from @sharemylesson.bsky.social.
🔗 https://sharemylesson.com/collections/indigenous
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The Trump-Vance administration's new rule could deny teachers, nurses, social workers, & nonprofit staff the #PSLF they were promised...if their employer works on issues Trump doesn't like.
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
November 3, 2025 at 4:36 PM
The Trump-Vance administration's new rule could deny teachers, nurses, social workers, & nonprofit staff the #PSLF they were promised...if their employer works on issues Trump doesn't like.
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
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Have you made a plan to vote tomorrow? Millions of people nationwide will be voting for pro-worker issues and candidates, for good union jobs and a country that works for working people - not just billionaire CEOs. Make your voice heard!
Everything You Need to Vote - Vote.org
Register to vote. Check your registration status. Get your absentee ballot. Fast, free, easy, secure, nonpartisan.
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November 4, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Have you made a plan to vote tomorrow? Millions of people nationwide will be voting for pro-worker issues and candidates, for good union jobs and a country that works for working people - not just billionaire CEOs. Make your voice heard!
@aft.org union solidarity knows no borders🌎💪
Across the Atlantic, union solidarity runs strong 💪
David Hecker from the American Federation of Teachers thanks UK higher education staff for the incredible teaching and research they do every day and joins the call to vote YES for fair pay, job security, and the future of higher education.
David Hecker from the American Federation of Teachers thanks UK higher education staff for the incredible teaching and research they do every day and joins the call to vote YES for fair pay, job security, and the future of higher education.
November 4, 2025 at 4:17 PM
@aft.org union solidarity knows no borders🌎💪
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Across the Atlantic, union solidarity runs strong 💪
David Hecker from the American Federation of Teachers thanks UK higher education staff for the incredible teaching and research they do every day and joins the call to vote YES for fair pay, job security, and the future of higher education.
David Hecker from the American Federation of Teachers thanks UK higher education staff for the incredible teaching and research they do every day and joins the call to vote YES for fair pay, job security, and the future of higher education.
November 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Across the Atlantic, union solidarity runs strong 💪
David Hecker from the American Federation of Teachers thanks UK higher education staff for the incredible teaching and research they do every day and joins the call to vote YES for fair pay, job security, and the future of higher education.
David Hecker from the American Federation of Teachers thanks UK higher education staff for the incredible teaching and research they do every day and joins the call to vote YES for fair pay, job security, and the future of higher education.
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It’s #ElectionDay! Big decisions are on the ballot—governor, mayor, school board and more.
If you haven’t voted yet, make a plan to vote today, and encourage your family, friends & union members to do the same.
Find your local races and polling info: vote.org
If you haven’t voted yet, make a plan to vote today, and encourage your family, friends & union members to do the same.
Find your local races and polling info: vote.org
November 4, 2025 at 3:53 PM
It’s #ElectionDay! Big decisions are on the ballot—governor, mayor, school board and more.
If you haven’t voted yet, make a plan to vote today, and encourage your family, friends & union members to do the same.
Find your local races and polling info: vote.org
If you haven’t voted yet, make a plan to vote today, and encourage your family, friends & union members to do the same.
Find your local races and polling info: vote.org
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To our members with family and loved ones in Jamaica, our hearts are with you during this time. We extend our respect, strength, & solidarity to the entire Jamaican community in the USA and on the island. @eduinternational.bsky.social
October 30, 2025 at 1:24 AM
To our members with family and loved ones in Jamaica, our hearts are with you during this time. We extend our respect, strength, & solidarity to the entire Jamaican community in the USA and on the island. @eduinternational.bsky.social
@aft.org stands in solidarity with AFT members who have ties to Jamaica, our comrades of Jamaican heritage, and all those who faced Hurricane Melissa. Our thoughts are with you, and we stand united in hope for a successful recovery. #Solidarity, @eduinternational.bsky.social
October 29, 2025 at 8:33 PM
@aft.org stands in solidarity with AFT members who have ties to Jamaica, our comrades of Jamaican heritage, and all those who faced Hurricane Melissa. Our thoughts are with you, and we stand united in hope for a successful recovery. #Solidarity, @eduinternational.bsky.social
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After disasters like Hurricane Melissa, kids need support to heal and rebuild. 💛
Find free PreK–12 lesson plans to foster recovery, resilience, & hope 👉 sharemylesson.com/collections/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @uftnyc.bsky.social @nysut.bsky.social @aft-oregon.org
Find free PreK–12 lesson plans to foster recovery, resilience, & hope 👉 sharemylesson.com/collections/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @uftnyc.bsky.social @nysut.bsky.social @aft-oregon.org
October 29, 2025 at 2:37 PM
After disasters like Hurricane Melissa, kids need support to heal and rebuild. 💛
Find free PreK–12 lesson plans to foster recovery, resilience, & hope 👉 sharemylesson.com/collections/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @uftnyc.bsky.social @nysut.bsky.social @aft-oregon.org
Find free PreK–12 lesson plans to foster recovery, resilience, & hope 👉 sharemylesson.com/collections/... @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @uftnyc.bsky.social @nysut.bsky.social @aft-oregon.org
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Help students see the world through the eyes of Ukrainian teens.
🎬 Snapshots from Ukraine blends storytelling, film, and reflection to teach empathy, resilience, and peace.
🌍 sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftpa.bsky.social
🎬 Snapshots from Ukraine blends storytelling, film, and reflection to teach empathy, resilience, and peace.
🌍 sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftpa.bsky.social
October 29, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Help students see the world through the eyes of Ukrainian teens.
🎬 Snapshots from Ukraine blends storytelling, film, and reflection to teach empathy, resilience, and peace.
🌍 sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftpa.bsky.social
🎬 Snapshots from Ukraine blends storytelling, film, and reflection to teach empathy, resilience, and peace.
🌍 sharemylesson.com/teaching-res... @aftintlaffairs.bsky.social @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social @aftpa.bsky.social
@aft.org's hearts are with the people of Jamaica and our union family as you face rebuilding from the challenge of Hurricane Melissa. The strength and resilience of the Jamaican people inspire us all. In solidarity, the 1.8 million members of the AFT. #JamaicaStrong, @eduinternational.bsky.social
October 29, 2025 at 8:29 PM
@aft.org's hearts are with the people of Jamaica and our union family as you face rebuilding from the challenge of Hurricane Melissa. The strength and resilience of the Jamaican people inspire us all. In solidarity, the 1.8 million members of the AFT. #JamaicaStrong, @eduinternational.bsky.social
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42 million Americans are about to lose food assistance — including 16 million children.
Trump’s shutdown is forcing families to choose between paying rent and buying food.
Congress must demand that USDA release SNAP now: actionnetwork.org/letters/save...
#SNAPDayOfAction
Trump’s shutdown is forcing families to choose between paying rent and buying food.
Congress must demand that USDA release SNAP now: actionnetwork.org/letters/save...
#SNAPDayOfAction
October 28, 2025 at 4:27 PM
42 million Americans are about to lose food assistance — including 16 million children.
Trump’s shutdown is forcing families to choose between paying rent and buying food.
Congress must demand that USDA release SNAP now: actionnetwork.org/letters/save...
#SNAPDayOfAction
Trump’s shutdown is forcing families to choose between paying rent and buying food.
Congress must demand that USDA release SNAP now: actionnetwork.org/letters/save...
#SNAPDayOfAction
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The organizing that AFT & @AAUP.org are doing with faculty, students, and alumni is building courage to stand up to the Trump administration's attacks on academic freedom. it’s time for colleges & universities to join us and defend higher education. www.stlamerican.com/news/local-n...
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October 28, 2025 at 1:10 AM
The organizing that AFT & @AAUP.org are doing with faculty, students, and alumni is building courage to stand up to the Trump administration's attacks on academic freedom. it’s time for colleges & universities to join us and defend higher education. www.stlamerican.com/news/local-n...
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Children should not be caught in the crossfire of Donald Trump's cruel immigration agenda. Schools should be ICE-free zones, just like they are drug-free and gun-free zones.
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
Democrats are fed up with ICE traumatizing kids at schools
At least half a dozen Democratic senators, led by Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, are calling on the Department of Education to stop immigration raids near schools.
The letter, which was sent on ...
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October 28, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Children should not be caught in the crossfire of Donald Trump's cruel immigration agenda. Schools should be ICE-free zones, just like they are drug-free and gun-free zones.
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
www.dailykos.com/stories/2025...
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Have questions about your student debt? AFT is hosting a virtual student debt clinic tomorrow, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. EDT to help members navigate their debt. Learn more about PSLF, income-driven repayment plans, how the latest news affects these programs and ways to save.
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AFT Student Debt Clinic
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October 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Have questions about your student debt? AFT is hosting a virtual student debt clinic tomorrow, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. EDT to help members navigate their debt. Learn more about PSLF, income-driven repayment plans, how the latest news affects these programs and ways to save.
web.cvent.com/event/44eafa...
web.cvent.com/event/44eafa...
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An immigrant doesn’t stand between you and a good job.
A billionaire or greedy CEO does.
https://www.thenation.com/article/society/trump-immigrants-workers/
A billionaire or greedy CEO does.
https://www.thenation.com/article/society/trump-immigrants-workers/
“We Have a Common Enemy—and It’s Not Your Immigrant Neighbor”
The SEIU’s Dave Foley and Dr. A. Naomi Paik on how worker solidarity can overcome Trump’s war on immigrants.
www.thenation.com
October 23, 2025 at 1:37 PM
An immigrant doesn’t stand between you and a good job.
A billionaire or greedy CEO does.
https://www.thenation.com/article/society/trump-immigrants-workers/
A billionaire or greedy CEO does.
https://www.thenation.com/article/society/trump-immigrants-workers/
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When the Trump administration refused to follow the law on student debt forgiveness, we took them on. Because of the @AFT.org, borrowers stuck in limbo can either get immediate relief they earned, or finally see a light at the end of the tunnel. apnews.com/article/stud...
Trump administration pledges to speed some student loan forgiveness after lawsuit
The Trump administration has agreed to resume student loan forgiveness for an estimated 2.5 million borrowers who are enrolled in certain in certain federal repayment plans following a lawsuit from th...
apnews.com
October 23, 2025 at 1:08 AM
When the Trump administration refused to follow the law on student debt forgiveness, we took them on. Because of the @AFT.org, borrowers stuck in limbo can either get immediate relief they earned, or finally see a light at the end of the tunnel. apnews.com/article/stud...