The AFT is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their …

About Us AFT The AFT, an affiliate of the AFL-CIO, was founded in 1916 and today represents 1.8 million members in more than 3,000 local affiliates nationwide.

Our members are America’s educators, school and higher education staff, nurses, healthcare professionals and public employees. Together, we are rolling up our sleeves to help our …

The AFT is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their …

With access to a wealth of opportunities and resources, the AFT has something for you. Working together, we improve the quality of the services we provide to those we serve, making our …

Long Term Care Safeguard your retirement by insuring your future care needs. As a valued AFT member, you and your eligible family members have access to special discounts on long-term …

If you prefer to forgo the occupational liability insurance, you can still join AFT as an Associate Member. For $70 a year ($5.83/month), your AFT membership entitles you to a host of …

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Nurses, doctors and other health professionals converged for this year’s AFT Nurses and Health Professionals Professional Issues Conference in Chicago from June 11-13, determined to set …

The senior leadership of President Wendy G. Coleman, Executive Vice President Billy Hileman, and Treasurer Erik Fleming were elected at their convention in Philadelphia, along with a …