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.
GFT TAKING LEGAL ACTION
The Guam Federation of Teachers invites all essential employees and COVID heroes seeking to be properly paid for the work they performed during the emergency period to participate as a named plaintiffs in the GFT lawsuit against the Governor of Guam. Beginning,...
MAY GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING CANCELLED
GFT regrets to inform its members that the May General Membership meeting has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you at our September meeting.
GFT FIGHTING FOR DIFFERENTIAL PAY
We know many of you have various concerns during this time of uncertainty. GFT is currently embroiled in COVID-19 related matters. Most notably, is our effort to make sure that essential employees are properly compensated. Recently, GFT Field Representative, Robert...
WINNING T-SHIRT DESIGN REVEALED
Here is the winning design for the GFT t-shirt design contest. It was created by Lucia Atienza, a student at George Washington High School. The winning design was picked by the Executive Council in March. The goal of the contest, was to create a design that...
COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS
Healthcare workers are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. Protecting them from being exposed to COVID-19 is critically important so that they can continue to care for patients, avoid spreading the infection, and so that their own health is safeguarded. Nurses...
WE HEAR YOU & WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
We know many of you have various concerns during this time of certainty. Rest assured, GFT hears you and is here for you. GFT is encouraging all its COVID Heroes to continue forth with all the hard work and long hours in the most cooperative and safe way possible. GFT...
GDOE CLASSES CANCELLED
In a press release issued Monday, April 6, 2020, GDOE Superintendent Jon Fernandez announced the decision to close GDOE facilities and cancel classes for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. This comes as COVID-19 continues to spread on Guam and health experts...
GDOE EXPANDS GRAB-N-GO MEAL PROGRAM
Beginning, Tuesday, March 31, the Guam Department of Education will expand its Grab-N-Go meal program. In addition to serving lunch, breakfast will also be available at no cost. Maria Ulloa Elementary has also been added as a meal distribution site. The meals will...
#ISTAYHOMEFOR CHALLENGE
We've heard the message from leaders and healthcare professionals from all over the world. Right now, it's critical to exercise social distancing and to stay home to help minimize the spread of COVID-19. In order to show support for island, essential employees, and to...
PORT AUTHORITY OF GUAM OPENS HEALTH CLINIC
GFT would like to commend the Port Authority for opening a clinic for workers to get tested should they feel ill. The clinic, which opened Monday, March 23, is staffed by healthcare professionals and open 24/7. Nurses are available to take temperatures and observe...
Latest COVID-19 Updates
Thursday 4/2/2020 There are now 82 confirmed Coronavirus cases on Guam. Wednesday 4/1/2020 Total cases now at 77 after 8 more people test positive for the virus. Governor Leon Guerrero confirms the 3rd related COVID-19 death. Tuesday 3/31/2020 11 more people test...
AFT Providing Free Online Resources for Educators, Parents, & Students
The AFT’s Share My Lesson is continuing to build our collection of resources for parents and educators finding a new normal during the COVID-19 pandemic. This new resource list features free online tools for both educators and parents. From online communication tools,...