Upholding Fair Hiring Practices: A Union’s Standpoint on GDOL’s Compliance Findings and Member Experiences
In the wake of the Guam Department of Labor's (GDOL) recent findings that nearly half of the inspected employers are noncompliant with the Fair Chances Hiring Process Act (FCHPA), the role of unions in advocating for fair hiring practices comes into sharper focus. The...
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.
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...
General Pay Plan 22% Raise
Under the leadership of Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero, the government of Guam has taken a bold and commendable step towards ensuring that its hardworking employees are adequately compensated. After a long wait of nearly a decade, the General Pay Plan (GPP) pay structure has...
Fired for Fixing Computers: Guam Homeland, Civil Defense Termination
Leo Espia was terminated from his position and argues he was fired for simply doing his job. Robert Koss, representative from GFT, believes Espia is caught in the power struggle between Homeland Security adviser Samantha Brennan and Civil Defense Administrator Charles...
GFT Mourns Death of Former Senator Jose “Pedo” Terlaje
It is with heavy hearts that we offer our condolences to those who are grieving the loss of former Senator and Yona Mayor Jose “Pedo” Terlaje. Pedo was a shining example of what it means to be a public servant and a dedicated leader, serving his community and his...
From Fleas to Fences, Schools Unsafe
The Guam Department of Education (GDOE) was recently cited by the federal government for environmental health and safety issues at several Head Start schools in Guam. During a site visit, officials found various operational issues that violated children’s rights,...