UCW-CWA Activists Lobby in Georgia for Higher Ed

Earlier this month, members of United Campus Workers-CWA SE Local 3821 in Georgia participated in a lobby day, meeting with several allies in the Georgia State House and Senate. Elected officials encouraged the group in their fight for higher education workers. Members underwent two political action trainings before visiting with lawmakers and have more educational events scheduled for later this year.

UCW-CWA members spoke to legislators on issues including annual cost of living adjustments (COLA) for those working in higher education, legalizing public sector collective bargaining in Georgia, needs-based scholarships for college students, and the need to restrict political interference. Activists will be gearing up for a return visit to the state capital to speak to the chairs of the Higher Education Appropriations Committees to further advocate for COLA in fiscal year 2027.

 
Members of United Campus Workers-CWA SE in Georgia spoke to lawmakers at the capitol earlier this month. Pictured left to right: UCW-CWA SE Local 3821 member Eric Castater, CWA Local 3821 Treasurer Jill Penn, Ga. State Senator Sally Harrell, and UCW-CWA SE Local 3821 members Axel Hawkins, Bryant Barnes, Catie Young, and Jeremy Mullins.

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This post originally appeared on cwa-union.org.