FEAR OF RETALIATION

One of the biggest reasons why members don’t speak out when problems arise in the workplace is their fear of retaliation from management.  If members don’t speak out, then they will never see change and the problem will continue.  The only way to...

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS, SPEAK OUT

Being part of an organization with thousands of other workers who believe in fairness in the workplace and having a voice in their working conditions is something that should be valued and taken pride in.  It’s not always easy to speak out for what is right...

BACK IN TIME: A BIT OF GFT HISTORY

There was one important provision in the first teachers’ contract in 1970 which lead to the creation of school aides.  The provision stated, “Teachers shall not be required to stand any non-professional chores; e.g.; bus duty, hall duty, parking lot...