GFT-GMHA Nurses’ Collective Bargaining Agreement Ratification
Nurses covered by the GFT-GMHA Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will be able to vote to ratify their CBA on: Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the GMHA Lobby from 9 AM to 2:30 PM Friday, September 29, 2023 at the GMHA SNU Barrigada from 9 AM to 2:30 PM Details...
Representing GovGuam Agencies and Alutiiq Bus Drivers
GFT, AFT Local 1581, exclusively represents the Guam Department of Education Teachers and Support Staff, Guam Memorial Hospital Nurses and Staff, University of Guam Support Staff, Guam Community College Support Staff, Guam Waterworks, Guam Fire Department, Department of Public Health and Social Services Eligibility Specialists, Guam Port Authority, Department of Public Works Bus Drivers, Alutiiq Bus Drivers, Guam Police Department, Customs and Quarantine, Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center and the Department of Corrections, Port Authority of Guam Police I and II, Port Security Guard (Armed), Psychiatric Nurses, Psychiatric Technicians, and Department of Public Works Sanitation Division.
General Membership Meeting May 15, 2023
2024 Guam Teacher of the Year Finalists
I am thrilled to share with you the wonderful news that three of our very own union members have been selected as finalists for the 2024 Guam Teacher of the Year award. Please join me in congratulating our union members Luke Tedtaotao, Dr. Aldrin Jay Cajigal, and...
Governor Lou Leon Guerrero Signs 22-Percent Pay Raise
GFT saw a marked increase in membership involvement as many individuals penned public testimonies in support of Bill 24-37. The Guam community, too, showed their support for this legislation in great numbers. The recent swell in support for Bill 24-37, which permits...
Seattle Law Grants Paid Sick Leave to Most Gig Workers
Seattle City Council has passed legislation requiring app-based delivery companies, including DoorDash, Uber Eats and Instacart, to offer paid sick time off to gig workers. This new law will be called the "App-Based Worker Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance" and will...
14th Annual GFT Convention
The 14th Annual GFT Annual Convention kicks off this year at the UOG SBPA Building, Room 129 on 6:00PM Saturday, March 18, 2023. This FREE event is open to all GFT members. This is an informal event to recognize involved GFT members such as shop stewards, committee...
Parent PLUS loans now qualify for debt relief
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that Parent PLUS loans now qualify for student loan debt relief under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, but only for two months. Until now, the loans, typically held by parents who took on debt for their...
Government of Guam proposes a 22% increase for the General Pay Plan
Notice of Public Hearing on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. in I Liheslaturan Guåhan’s Public Hearing Room (Guam Congress Building,Hagåtña). The Committee will hear and accept testimony on Bill No. 24-37 (COR)- Committee on Rules by request of I Magaʹhågan...
Minimum Wage as of January 01, 2023
Increasing the minimum wage for workers on Guam is a positive step towards creating a more just and equitable society. It is a win-win situation for both workers and businesses on the island. A higher minimum wage would provide much-needed relief to...
Write to Support School Aides, Clerks, Bus Drivers, and Many Others
As union members, we have a unique opportunity to come together and advocate for our shared interests. The proposed 22% pay raise for government employees is a crucial issue that will have a direct impact on our financial well-being and the future of our workplace....
Puerto Rico’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase More Than Guam’s
The low wages in Guam and Puerto Rico are a major source of hardship for many workers in these territories. Despite being part of the United States, both territories have significantly lower minimum wages compared to the mainland, which leads to many workers...
Support the 22% Pay Raise for Government Employees
For too long, our dedicated government employees have been undervalued and underpaid. Despite their hard work and commitment to serving our community, they have been consistently let down by broken promises from our leaders. But now, there is hope on the horizon....
Collecting Public Testimony for the Government Employees 22% Pay Raise
As your union, it is our duty to represent your interests and concerns in the workplace. In light of recent discussions surrounding the proposed 22% pay raise for government employees, we want to encourage all members to voice their opinions in a non-biased manner. It...
