In This Edition
- Setting the Record Straight
- Get Ready for Our Day of Solidarity – Tuesday, December 19
- Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023
- Supplemental Negotiations Update – December 2023
- Shared on Social
- Next Week’s Events
Setting the Record Straight
Originally posted December 11, 2023
AFA did not cancel the December mediation session. Our Negotiating Committee is meeting today and the rest of this week as originally scheduled. We’re counting on you to show up on December 19 for the picket. Management has given us 1.9 billion reasons to demonstrate!
Get Ready for Our Day of Solidarity – Tuesday, December 19
Originally posted December 12, 2023
Don’t forget to RSVP for our Day of Solidarity informational picketing events next week on Tuesday, December 19. As a reminder, Flight Attendants scheduled to work during the events must refrain from participating. If you’re not able to attend in person, you can join our virtual picket using the resources on the contract website.
Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2023
Originally posted December 12, 2023
Our AFA Reserve Committee Chairpersons met on Thursday, December 7, to discuss their ongoing program of work to represent and advocate for our Reserve Flight Attendants. The Committee also met with management to review specific concerns that Flight Attendants brought forward. Your Local Reserve Committee is available to answer questions, clarify contractual language, or help resolve reserve-related issues. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Supplemental Negotiations Update – December 2023
Originally posted December 15, 2023
This week’s mediation session was canceled due to a personal tragedy of our assigned mediator. Our Negotiating Committee met internally, using the time to review progress and prepare for mediation in January. Although the negotiations landscape has changed in recent months, the Committee remains focused on essential contractual provisions. Get ready for some big news next week! A major announcement will be made next week on Tuesday, December 19, in conjunction with our Day of Solidarity informational picketing.
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1.9 Billion Reasons
Alaska Airlines management gave us 1.9 billion reasons this week to join the picket line on December 19! We will not be distracted from our goal of an industry-leading contract for our Flight Attendants.
RSVP now at https://actionnetwork.org/event_campaigns/dec-19-picketing-ala
Southwest Flight Attendant Ratification Re-Vote
We learned today that Southwest Flight Attendants will conduct a re-vote on their recent Tentative Agreement Ratification. TWU Local 556 was unable to certify the vote results due to several potential technical issues with their voting system, TrueBallot. Additionally, voter information was not secure – individuals were potentially able to identify names, emails, and vote records of members.
AFA does not use TrueBallot – we use EBallot. When you cast your vote in EBallot, your identifying information is separated from your vote. This is why your vote cannot be changed once cast. Members ineligible to vote (e.g., members not in good standing) will be unable to vote on EBallot. However, AFA members can still become eligible during the balloting period (e.g., by setting up a dues payment plan).
We hope this allays any fears of technical issues or unsecured voter information once we reach a ratification vote. After the final outcome of the ratification vote is known, we will communicate how the outcome relates and fits into our overall bargaining strategy. AFA has never had a similar issue using the EBallot vendor.
Shareable Day of Solidarity Graphic
It’s time to ensure your friends and family join you on the picket line! Share this graphic to your Instagram and Facebook story and spread the word about our December 19 Day of Solidarity.
United AFA Day of Action – December 14, 2023
Yesterday’s United AFA Day of Action informational picketing events witnessed an overwhelming display of solidarity and strength by United Airlines Flight Attendants. With holiday travelers taking to the skies, they showcased their immense power and demonstrated that they are ready to do “Whatever It Takes” to get the contract they have rightfully earned! United management can’t ignore the unity displayed by United Flight Attendants, labor allies, and supporters.
United Flight Attendants have rightfully earned contractual pay and work rule improvements, and it’s time for United management to deliver a contract that recognizes their value. Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants stood in proud solidarity with our United counterparts on the picket lines, and we will continue to stand together, as their fight is our fight! Our collective voice is strong, undeniably powerful, and demands to be heard by management across the industry!
Something Big is Coming
Be prepared for big news next week. Our Negotiating Committee is all set to make a major announcement on Tuesday, December 19, in conjunction with our Day of Solidarity informational picketing. This news is a game-changer and will significantly impact our ongoing negotiations for the contractual pay and work rule improvements we are fighting for.
Join our Day of Solidarity events on December 19 and be among the first to know about the upcoming news. Our Negotiating Committee and your fellow Flight Attendants are counting on your support and participation to help amplify the impending announcement. You can find all the information about Tuesday’s picketing events, including the link to RSVP, on this page of the negotiations website.
Spread the word among your friends, family, and flying partners and encourage them to join you on the picket line. Now is the time to stand together to show management that we are a force to be reckoned with and will not back down until we get the contract we deserve!
Next Week’s Events
| Monday, December 18 – Tuesday, December 19 | AFA Executive Board Meeting |
| Tuesday, December 19 | Day of Solidarity Informational Picketing |
| Thursday, December 21 | Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) |
| Thursday, December 21 | Scheduling Review Board (SRB) |
Find Us on Social Media
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!
