Veteran’s Day
As Veteran’s Day arrives, we are reminded to pause and offer our deepest thanks to those who have donned the uniform to serve our nation. These individuals, from varied backgrounds, have made great personal sacrifices to defend the liberties we hold dear. This...
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.
15TH ANNUAL TB TEST
GFT will be hosting its annual TB testing on August 8th at the GFT Office in Mangilao. For the safety of our members, testing will be conducted by LAST NAME. The schedule is as follows: A-F: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM. G-L: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM M-R: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM S-Z:...
ALUTIIQ CONTRACT RATIFICATION
Alutiiq contract negotiations have wrapped up and it's now time for all active GFT Alutiiq members to vote on ratification. Monday, June 29, members are asked to come to the GFT Office in Mangilao to vote on the contract. A draft has been emailed to members, but if...
GDOE TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The Guam Department of Education has announced 16 openings for Cycle Two of the GDOE Internship Program for high school seniors. Incoming seniors enrolled in a GDOE high school are eligible to apply for the opportunity to gain work experience and earn up to $1,100....
SEARCHING FOR STEWARDS
GFT is currently looking for more members to step up and take on the role of being a Steward at their worksite. Stewards help recruit and keep members informed about union matters. Stewards play a crucial role in helping GFT grow and succeed. If you are interested in...
LEGAL ACTION UPDATE
GFT is still pursuing legal action against the Government of Guam for not properly compensating GovGuam employees who worked during the COVID Emergency period. Currently, GFT members from various agencies are meeting with our attorney and we are working to compile...
Black Lives Matter
GFT agrees with AFT: Black Lives Matter. "People of color in America are exhausted, and they’re terrified, and they have every right to be." You can read a statement from AFT regarding the killing of George Floyd, here.
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020
To the class of 2020, GFT congratulates you. We know this year has presented a unique set of circumstances, but nevertheless, you made it! We wish you well with anything the future holds in store.
UPDATE YOUR ACCOUNT
WE HEAR YOU AND WE SUPPORT YOU
Throughout this week, several legislative measures have been created in an attempt to fairly compensate Government of Guam employees who worked during the emergency period. Those bills, (357-35, 358-35, 359-35, 361-35) propose various methods of resolving the issue....
GFT SUPPORTS COVID HEROES FIGHTING FOR PAY
Tuesday, May 12, frontline workers and supporters who've worked to provide essential services throughout this pandemic rallied at the ITC intersection in Tamuning. Those who gathered wanted to make others aware of pay concerns for essential workers. Of the supporters,...
GU SELF STORAGE DISCOUNT
GU Self Storage is extending a 20% discount on for any size storage unit through September 2020. Not only is it just for teachers, the discount is for ALL GFT members!
MESSAGE FROM GFT PRESIDENT
We know many of you are frustrated and upset, but we want to make one thing clear: Guam Federation of Teachers does not condone strikes. We believe the only way to make and ensure change is through negotiations and Collective Bargaining Agreements.