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        You are here: Home / Latest News / AFA News in Review – December 12, 2025

        AFA News in Review – December 12, 2025

        December 12, 2025 17:00

        In This Edition

        • Meet Our Merged MEC Committee Chairpersons & Representatives
        • Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairpersons
        • Hawaiian Flight Attendant Seattle Domicile LOA Session #1 Roadshow Recording
        • Staying Balanced During The Holidays
        • Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2025
        • Joint Contract Negotiations Session 10 – December 2025
        • Next Week’s Events

        Meet Our Merged MEC Committee Chairpersons & Representatives

        Originally posted December 9, 2025

        Get to know our merged MEC Inflight Training Committee Chairperson and Committee Members, who are stepping into their roles on January 1. These dedicated representatives will work together to coordinate the activities of the newly merged Inflight Training Committee, ensuring the voices of both Alaska and Hawaiian Flight Attendants are heard as we move forward with the merger.

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        Meet Our Pre-Merger Alaska Committee Chairpersons

        Originally posted December 9, 2025 | Pre-Merger Alaska

        Get to know our next group of pre-merger Alaska MEC Committee Chairpersons who will begin transitioning into their roles ahead of the official term start date of January 1, 2026. These members of the Benefits, EAP/Professional Standards, and Retirement Committees are committed to supporting their fellow Flight Attendants and addressing the unique challenges faced by our group.

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        Hawaiian Flight Attendant Seattle Domicile LOA Session #1 Roadshow Recording

        Originally posted December 9, 2025 | Pre-Merger Hawaiian

        The Seattle Domicile Letter of Agreement (SEA LOA) Presentation offers a comprehensive overview of the agreement. Recent updates to the Question-and-Answer post ensure that the latest information and additional queries are addressed.

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        Staying Balanced During The Holidays

        Originally posted December 10, 2025

        Discover practical strategies for finding balance, joy, and peace during the holiday season as you navigate its unique challenges. Remember, AFA EAP support is always available to help you manage stress and maintain your well-being—reach out anytime for confidential assistance!

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        Human Rights & Equity Committee Meeting Recap – 4th Quarter 2025

        Originally posted December 12, 2025

        Concerns about drug testing protocols, support for Flight Attendants facing ICE encounters, and new efforts to promote cultural belonging took center stage at the latest AFA Human Rights & Equity Committee meeting. Discover highlights of ongoing proposals, such as optional pronoun wings and visible Batok tattoos, that are shaping a more welcoming workplace.

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        Joint Contract Negotiations Session 10 – December 2025

        Originally posted December 12, 2025

        Our Joint Negotiating Committee met with management this week to continue bargaining sessions in Seattle, WA. Discussions focused on narrowing issues in Leaves of Absence, Association General, and reviewing vacation provisions as part of the joint contract process.

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        Next Week’s Events

        Tuesday, December 16Monthly Scheduling Committee Meeting (pmAS)
        Wednesday, December 17Monthly Communications Committee Meeting
        Thursday, December 18Hawaiian Flight Attendant Seattle Domicile Letter of Agreement Roadshow Session #2
        Thursday, December 18Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) (pmAS)

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        Reserve Committee Meeting Recap – 2nd Quarter 2026

        June 10, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Thursday, June 4, representatives from our pre-merger Alaska AFA Reserve Committee met to discuss ongoing work advocating for Reserve Flight Attendants. Representing you at the meeting were Conner Gallager (SEA), Anthony Eskander (PDX), Kanako Yamada (LAX), Adrian Alcantara (SAN), and MEC Reserve Committee Vice Chairperson—New Hire […]

        Joint Contract Negotiations Session 15 – June 2026

        June 5, 2026

        The JNC has been actively negotiating key sections of the contract, focusing on vacation, sick leave, and temporary duty assignments. A tentative agreement was reached on Section 37 (Temporary Duty Assignments), ensuring financial protections and fair treatment for Flight Attendants during temporary assignments. These ongoing discussions demonstrate a commitment to integrating the best benefits from both Alaska and Hawaiian CBAs for all members.

        Celebrating LGBTQ Pride Month

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        Every June, we come together to honor LGBTQ Pride Month in the United States—a time to celebrate the remarkable resilience, diversity, and achievements of the LGBTQ community. Pride Month began as a tribute to the Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan in 1969, a pivotal moment that ignited the modern LGBTQ rights movement. The inaugural Pride March, […]

        Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee Meeting Recap – May 2026

        May 29, 2026

        On Wednesday, May 20, our Air Safety, Health, & Security Committee (ASHSC) representatives met virtually to discuss ongoing safety concerns, operational challenges, policy updates, and workplace improvements impacting Flight Attendants across the operation. Representing you at the meeting were Deb Wallstrom (ANC), David Lake (SEA), Kalin Lackey (PDX), Bradley Young (SFO), Bryce Sarmiento (LAX pmAS), […]

        Scheduling Committee Meeting Recap – May 2026

        May 29, 2026

        This message is for pre-merger Alaska Flight Attendants On Tuesday, May 26, our pre-merger Alaska AFA Scheduling Committee Chairpersons and Representatives met virtually to discuss their ongoing work to represent our Flight Attendants and push for improvements in our workplace. Representing you at the meeting were Rebekah Olds (ANC), Rita Tillou (SEA), Melodie Anderes (PDX), […]

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