In tough times, it is important to practice gratitude & find things that bring us joy. This year, we are immensely grateful for our fellow union members, all of our colleagues, and our families and friends who have supported us. We'd love to hear what you are grateful for & what brings you joy!

The CDC Mutual Aid Network helps colleagues who have lost their income and are facing financial hardship. Stand with them to support our public health workforce.

➡️To learn more and donate: cdcresourceportal.org/donate

➡️For resources: cdcresourceportal.org/resources

The L2883 Members’ Monthly Meeting is coming up! Because of Veterans’ Day, November’s meeting date has been adjusted and will be held on:
🗓️ Thursday, November 13, 2025
⏰ 6:00 pm–6:30 pm ET
A Zoom invite will be sent to all members. Hope to see you there!

Read AFGE Local 2883’s statement on the government shutdown:

🎉 A Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) in AFGE v. OMB has been granted, pausing Reduction-in-Force (RIF) actions. The nationwide ruling applies to federal programs that include workers (members and bargaining unit) represented by AFGE, AFSCME, NFFE, SEIU, NAGE, NTEU, IFPTE, or AFT.

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Tomorrow! Bring your mat and water bottle and join L2883 for Yoga with Amanda! Saturday, October 25, 2 pm, at the Decatur Library (215 Sycamore St). Registration is required: events.dekalblibrary.org/event/14579125

✊ Join us on Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2–5 pm, at Napoleon’s Grill in Decatur!
✊ Solidarity Saturday is a regular event to meet with our fellow union members. Bring a friend, even if they’re not a union member, so they can see what we’re all about!
RSVP now: bit.ly/46LJmg6

📢 📢 See AFGE Local 2883’s full press statement on the October 2025 firings at CDC here: www.afge2883ga.org/post/afge-lo...
#AFGE #UnionStrong

📣 L2883 continues to monitor developments on the federal appropriations lapse and speak out about its adverse impacts on CDC employees.

We know folks might have questions. Here are some resources to assist. ⬇️

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💛 Federal workers carry a lot on their shoulders. Taking care of ourselves helps us stay strong.

Last week, L2883 enjoyed Yoga with Amanda at the Bookstore Gallery during our September Sip & Stretch. 🧘🏽‍♀️🍵

Union strong means caring for one another—on the job and beyond.

#AFGE #UnionStrong

📅 Tuesday, September 30, 2025 6 - 7pm (Yoga Class); 7 - 9pm (Social Hour)

📍Bookstore Gallery - Edgewood (488 Edgewood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30312)

RSVP: bit.ly/4pC1j8p

Come for yoga and stay to socialize with our union siblings! Courtesy of our fantastic union AFGE 2883!

✊ AFGE Local 2883 joined the National Public Health Coalition on Capitol Hill! We met with lawmakers, staffers, and AFGE National to spotlight the vital work of public health professionals. Investing in public health protects every community. #AFGE #UnionStrong

💉✨ Get your shot, don’t delay,
It keeps the bad germs far away.

Our CDC heroes lead the fight,
Protecting health by day and night!

AFGE Local 2883 proudly stands with them. 🌍✊

#VaccinesWork #UnionStrong #PublicHealth

💉✨ Just like Jedi guard the galaxy, CDC public health workers protect us with vaccines + science.

AFGE Local 2883 stands with these everyday heroes. #UnionStrong #VaccinesWork

The CDC Mutual Aid Network helps colleagues who have lost their income and are facing financial hardship. Stand with us to support our public health workforce.

➡️To learn more & donate: cdcresourceportal.org/donate

➡️For resources (now including MSPB and RIF-related): cdcresourceportal.org/resources

📣 Event reminder! 📣

AFGE Local 2883 is hosting a Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, September 10 at 6pm.

Hear about what we’ve been doing to support YOU, our fellow CDC workers, and how you can help!

Check email for link. Open to all - tell your friends!

We hope to see you there!

Happy Labor Day from AFGE Local 2883! We proudly represent over 2,000 federal employees at the CDC, and we stand with workers everywhere in the fight for fair pay and safe working conditions. www.afge2883ga.org

#AFGE2883 #UnionStrong