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        Reminder: Merged MEC Committee Chairperson Interviews

        May 5, 2025 13:00

        This message is for both pre-merger Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants

        As previously shared on April 5, our MEC will soon begin merging our various pre-merger Alaska and pre-merger Hawaiian MEC committees. The first group of committees in the process will merge on June 1.

        As part of the merger process, our MEC will elect a Chairperson for each newly merged committee from among the combined Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendant groups. The newly elected Chairperson will coordinate activities across both airlines and support the Local Committee Chairpersons from all eight Local Councils— both pre-merger Alaska and pre-merger Hawaiian. The MEC will conduct interviews during next week’s May MEC Meeting for the following roles:

        • MEC Communications Committee Chairperson
        • MEC Government Affairs Committee Chairperson
        • MEC Human Rights Committee Chairperson
        • MEC Inflight Service Committee Chairperson—Alaska Brand
        • MEC Inflight Service Committee Chairperson—Hawaiian Brand

        Expressions of Interest Close Tomorrow

        The MEC will interview eligible candidates during next week’s May Regular MEC Meeting on Tuesday, May 13, and Wednesday, May 14. Eligible candidates can choose to interview in person in SeaTac, WA, or virtually via Google Meet videoconferencing. 

        To express your interest, please submit an expression of interest and your resume using the online form (link below). The submission deadline is 5 PM Pacific Time on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Following the deadline, an MEC representative will reach out to arrange specific interview times with eligible candidates.

        Click here to submit an expression of interest form

        Please note that a Google account is required to submit the expression of interest form. If you don’t have a Google account, you can create one for free at https://accounts.google.com/signup.

        Questions?

        Any questions about MEC Committee Chairperson position duties and responsibilities can be directed to MEC Vice President Brice McGee at mecvp@afaalaska.org.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, AS/HA Merger, Master Executive Council (MEC) Tagged With: committee elections, interviews

        Commuter Survey Closing Soon

        May 4, 2025 13:00

        This message is for both pre-merger Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants

        • Commuter Survey Closing on Monday, May 5 at 12 PM PT

        We understand that commuting—whether by air or ground—plays a vital role in your daily lives. As part of our commitment to supporting you, the Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) is focused on making sure our commuter policy provides the necessary protections for all Flight Attendants.

        As we gear up for negotiations on this key aspect, your feedback is invaluable. To gather your insights, we’ve developed a Commuter Policy Survey.  In the survey, we’ve also highlighted the differences between the Hawaiian and Alaska contracts.

        The survey will be available until May 5 at 12 PM PT. We strongly encourage you to take a moment to complete the survey. Your input will help the JNC advocate effectively for your needs.

        Thank you for being an essential part of this process!

        Click this link to access the survey >

        If you have any questions regarding the survey feel free to contact the JNC at jnc@afaalaska.org.

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) Tagged With: pmAS, pmHA, survey

        AFA Alaska News in Review – May 2, 2025

        May 2, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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        Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

        Originally posted May 1, 2025

        This May, join us in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by exploring the rich history and contributions of these communities. Don’t miss out—discover how to get your own AAPI Heritage Month AFA pin and join us in honoring these vibrant cultures that enrich our society!

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        Commuter Survey 7-Day & 3-Day Reminders

        Originally posted April 28, 2025 & May 2, 2025

        7-Days/3-Days Left to Complete the Commuter Survey! 

        Our JNC wants to hear from you, whether you commute by ground or air!  

        Your responses will guide your survey path! We appreciate your feedback – it really matters!  

        **Alaska Flight Attendants:** Please use your 7-digit PeopleSoft Number  

        **Hawaiian Flight Attendants:** Use your 3 to 5-digit Employee Number (no leading zeros)  

        Click the link below to participate in the survey today! Let’s make sure your voice is heard! 

        Click here to take the survey today!


        Next Week’s Events

        Thursday, May 8Quarterly Uniform Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Thursday, May 8Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

        See the MEC Event Calendar >


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        Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

        May 1, 2025 09:00

        May 1 marks the beginning of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the United States. This celebration began in 1978 when Congress adopted a resolution to honor the first ten days of May as “Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week.” It was later extended to an entire month in 1990 and officially designated to be observed in May starting in 1992. The choice of May is significant as it commemorates the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants to the United States on May 7, 1843, as well as the completion of the first transcontinental railroad on May 10, 1869, which was largely built by Chinese immigrants’ labor.

        Explore The Rich Heritage Of Asian American And Pacific Islander Contributions

        There are numerous resources available to delve deeper into the achievements and contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans. Here are some websites to consider:

        • National Archives – Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
        • National Endowment for the Humanities – Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage and History in the United States
        • National Park Service – Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage
        • Smithsonian Institution – Asian Pacific American Center
        • Alaska Air Group Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Event Calendar (AAG sign-on required)

        Join In The Celebration With The Asian American And Pacific Islander Heritage Month AFA Pin

        In 2021, the AFA Executive Board adopted a resolution recognizing May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The resolution also established a special commemorative pin for AFA Members to proudly wear throughout May. 

        To learn more about the history and meaning behind the pin, please reach out to your Local Human Rights Committee. Keep an eye out for communication from your Local Council or contact your LEC Officers to find out how to obtain your own pin. Let’s celebrate together and honor the rich heritage and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities!

        Filed Under: AFA News Now, Human Rights & Equity Committee Tagged With: AAPI, Asian American Heritage Month, Pacific Islander Heritage Month

        AFA Alaska News in Review – April 25, 2025

        April 25, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Commuter Policy Survey Now Open
        • Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2025
        • Next Week’s Events

        Commuter Policy Survey Now Open

        Originally posted April 21, 2025

        Our Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) is seeking feedback from Flight Attendants regarding commuting policies as they prepare to negotiate important provisions. A Commuter Policy Survey has been created to compare the commuter provisions in the Hawaiian and Alaska Contracts, enabling Flight Attendants to express their priorities and concerns. The survey is open until May 5 at Noon PT, and participation is encouraged to ensure the JNC accurately represents the interests of all Flight Attendants.

        Read More >


        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – April 2025

        Originally posted April 24, 2025

        Discover the latest insights from our AFA Scheduling Committee as they met this week to review upcoming staffing adjustment leaves and operational changes that could affect your schedule. Don’t miss the meeting recap for updates on bidding, training class cancellations, and new routes that are coming soon!

        Read More >


        Next Week’s Events

        Thursday, May 1Scheduling Review Board (SRB) (pmAS)

        See the MEC Event Calendar >


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        You can find the most up-to-date official information on our AFA Alaska social media accounts.  Click below and follow so you can stay connected!

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        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants During this week’s MEC Meeting, our MEC held interviews for the first group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee positions to be elected for the upcoming MEC Officer term. We want to thank everyone who expressed interest in the available positions and their willingness to serve. After careful […]

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