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Wichita’s “Rosie the Riveter” reaches 100 years old, reflects on WWII service
In recognition of Women’s History Month, we celebrate the life and achievements of Connie Palacioz, Wichita’s own “Rosie the Riveter,” who celebrates her centennial birthday this month. At the age of 17, Connie joined the Boeing team in Wichita, where she worked as a riveter on the B-29 Bomber. Connie generously volunteers her time at the B-29 DOC hangar and visitor center.
GO CONNIE!
IAM Union Discusses Impacts on Aerospace Workers Amidst Tariff Uncertainty
The IAM Union is closely monitoring the impacts of ever-changing tariff policy on all IAM members, including aerospace workers who rely on heavily integrated supply chains, especially between the United States and Canada.
Acknowledging Mario’s outstanding contributions to the local community with sincere appreciation.
Retiree Stan Chapman presents a Community Service Recognition award to Mario Cervantes of United Way of the Plains.
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April Committee Meetings Schedule
Committee meetings will resume for the month of April.
Those interested in attending or joining a committee email President Darius Williams at Dariuswilliams@ll839.org
Meet the EAP Team
Employee Assistance Program
IAM Local 839 EAP Representatives
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, voluntary, and confidential program that helps everyone work through various life challenges that may adversely affect job performance, health, or personal wellbeing to optimize an organization’s success.
Additional Information
EAP services include assessments, counseling, and referrals for additional services to everyone with personal and/or work-related concerns, such as stress, child and elder care, family problems, office conflicts, and alcohol and substance use.
If you’re feeling depressed, alone or just need to talk to someone, your IAM Employee Assistance and Addiction Services Program stands ready to assist everyone 24/7.
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IAM Union
With nearly 600,000 active and retired members, the IAM is one of the largest and most diverse labor unions in North America. From Boeing and Lockheed Martin to United Airlines and Harley-Davidson, you will find IAM members across all walks of life. IAM members demand respect and dignity in the workplace. Together, we have been able to bargain for increased job security, higher wages and improved benefits.
IAM’s Purpose Anthem: Security, Dignity, and Opportunity for All
We have begun this important work by partnering with the Purpose Institute. This world-renowned group helps organizations like the IAM discover, articulate and bring their deeper purpose to life.
AFL-CIO
We are the federation for U.S. unions, with 60 unions representing more than 12.5 million working men and women. We work to ensure that all people who work receive the rewards of their work—decent paychecks and benefits, safe jobs, respect and fair treatment.
The State of the Unions 2024
The labor movement is a force to be reckoned with. Join the AFL-CIO to celebrate the power of working people in America at the 2024 State of the Unions event.
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