IAM International News

  • Cruise Into the 42nd IAM International Convention With a Chance to Win!
    A $20 ticket could put you and a guest on a Royal Caribbean cruise while helping support the 42nd IAM International Convention in New Orleans! The IAM Southern Territory is launching its latest fundraising raffle in support of the 42nd International IAM Convention, and this time, the prize is a getaway on the high seas. […]
  • Maryland Governor Wes Moore Honors IAM International President Bryant for Advancing Workers’ Rights
    IAM Union International President Brian Bryant was honored by Maryland Gov. Wes Moore with a Governor’s Citation recognizing his leadership, service and commitment to advancing workers’ rights across the state. The citation was presented at the Maryland State House in Annapolis during a gathering of labor leaders and union members. Moore recognized the essential contributions […]
  • TCU/IAM and IAM District 19 Join Stop the Rail Merger Coalition
    WASHINGTON, Sept. 2, 2026 – The Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) and IAM District 19 have joined the Stop the Rail Merger Coalition, strengthening a growing alliance of rail labor organizations and other industry stakeholders opposed to the proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger. TCU/IAM and District 19, both part of the IAM Rail Division, represent thousands of rail […]
  • IAM Union Kicks Off Labor Day Week, Celebrating Strength and Solidarity of Working People
    The IAM Union kicked off Labor Day Week with a rally at IAM International Headquarters on Wednesday, bringing together IAM members, staff, labor allies and community leaders to celebrate working people and recommit to building a stronger labor movement. Watch the full program on the IAM Union Facebook page.  IAM International President Brian Bryant told […]
  • Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Workers Vote to Strike, Escalating Fight for Fair First Contract
    RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 1, 2026 — Workers at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, represented by LGBG Workers United of the IAM Union, have voted to strike after more than a year of negotiations without coming to an agreement on fair wages. “I am beyond proud of the perseverance and tenacity my fellow workers have shown in […]
  • Wood, Pulp and Paper Council’s Chillin’ and Grillin’ BBQ Fundraiser Brings IAM Family Together for Guide Dogs
    The IAM Union Wood Pulp and Paper Council recently hosted the 7th annual “Chillin’ and Grillin'” BBQ Fundraiser, bringing IAM members, cooks, and supporters together to raise funds for the IAM’s favorite charity, Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines (GDA | TLC). The annual event has raised $18,575 so far, with donations still coming in through […]
  • Staff Conference Brings IAM Midwest Territory Together for Purpose, Power, and Progress
    IAM Union leaders, staff and special guests recently gathered in Hazelwood, Mo. for the Midwest Territory Staff Conference, a multi-day meeting focused on strengthening education and collaboration to better serve IAM members. Hosted at IAM District 837, the conference brought together the Business Representatives, Directing Business Representatives, and International Representatives of the Midwest Territory for […]
  • District 77 HELPS Volunteers Give Back to Minnesota Veterans
    IAM District 77 members continued their commitment to giving back to veterans and their communities through the district’s annual HELPS Event on Aug. 9. For the fourth consecutive year, District 77 partnered with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MAC-V), a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending veteran homelessness in Minnesota. MAC-V helps veterans secure stable […]