Negotiations are how we make proposals and assert to management that our interests are represented in the contract. Without a bargaining process, there would be no contract to protect our rights and privileges.
Nominations for the Local 5094 AFT Convention Delegates officially closed on April 27, 2026. Following the close of the nomination period, the local has received eight (8) nominations.
Read here about the history of May Day, and see upcoming actions you can participate in to honor our fallen labor heroes and advance today’s working class fight against capitalism, fascism, and I.C.E.
On April 28th every year, we observe Workers Memorial Day to pay respect to those workers who lost their lives unnecessarily due to dangerous work conditions and/or exploitation.
During this session, HPAE members on the negotiations committee presented 19 non-economic proposals to Rutgers management, with additional proposals pending.
HPAE Local 5094 honors Ann Twomey, founder of HPAE. Read here about how HPAE became an organization thanks to Ann's fearless leadership.
We also request your support by changing your virtual meeting background in solidarity as our first meeting with Rutgers is Monday 4/13.
Congratulations on your retirement Judy! Thank you for all the years of dedication and service to our community.
Join Union Leaders and Community Members at a No Kings Rally on Saturday!
HPAE would like to take a moment to recognize and honor all the working mothers.
HPAE Local 5094 recognizes women’s labor history this month, starting with a piece honoring the legendary Lucy Parsons.