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.

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BILLS STRENGTHENED: Bipartisan group supports first update to payment rates in 30 years

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BILLS STRENGTHENED: Bipartisan group supports first update to payment rates in 30 years

Several changes to legislation on Guam's Workers' Compensation law made in this session strengthen the first meaningful update to this important lifeline in 30 years. "These updates to the Workers' Compensation law mean we have bills that are better for the employees...

GFT OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3

GFT OFFICE CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3

The GFT Office will be closed on Monday, February 3, 2020 due to cleaning and maintenance work.  We apologize for the inconvenience.  For immediate attention, please email thelma@gftunion.com or irish@gftunion.com.  Thank you for your understanding.

SAVE THE DATE: GFT’S 13TH ANNUAL CONVENTION

GFT's 13th Annual Convention will be held at the Hilton Guam Resort & Spa on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 6pm. Please email thelma@gftunion.com or contact the GFT Office at 735-4390 to RSVP. The event is free for members!

GFT T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $1000! DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEB14

GFT T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $1000! DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEB14

GFT is hosting a contest for the design of the next GFT T-shirt at the 13th Annual Convention. The first place winner will receive $1000 and have their design used on the next GFT T-shirt print! The second place winner will receive $500 and the third place winner will...

2020 UNION PLUS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

2020 UNION PLUS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

New and returning applicants: Click here to create a new application or to login. Logged in users: click on "Continue with Application" link. Application deadline: 12:00pm (noon, Eastern Time), Friday, January 31, 2020. Since 1991, the Union Plus Scholarship Program...

GFT T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $$$$ DEADLINE EXTENDED FEB14

GFT T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST: ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $$$$ DEADLINE EXTENDED FEB14

GFT is hosting a contest for the design of the next GFT T-shirt at the 13th Annual Convention. The first place winner will receive $1000 and have their design used on the next GFT T-shirt print! The second place winner will receive $500 and the third place winner will...

GFT SUPPORTS BILL 200-35

GFT SUPPORTS BILL 200-35

GFT stands in support of Bill 200-35 but recommends lifting the proposed compensation of $520 to the 2017 national average of $1011. The purpose of workers' compensation should be to ensure an injured worker receives a timely and predictable compensation until the...

GFT ELECTION 2020

The Announcement of Candidacy period for the upcoming GFT Election will begin on Friday, January 17, 2020 at 8am until Friday, February 7, 2020 at 5pm. The Union Officer positions up election are the At-Large positions of President, Vice-President, Secretary and...