Please vote! Election runs February 27 – March 4 for convention delegates

Candidates were asked to share their Department/work site and job titles, any identities they wanted to share, any roles they hold in our union and why they want to attend the convention.

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she/her

Health Department, Dental Hygienist 

Steward, E-Board Member

I feel that I don’t have many opportunities to do training due to my heavy schedule,  I thought this would be a good way to do a few and be more interactive with our members.

he/him

Transition Projects (TPI), Veterans Income Development Specialist 

Steward

I think non-profit contractors are an underrepresented minority in our Union and a sector that is ripe for organizing. I think my over 15 years in non-profit work puts me in a great place to talk about the issues unique to the sector.

they/them (neurodivergent, queer)

Department of County Human Services, Case Manager 2 

Steward, E-Board member, AFSCME Council 75 E-Board member, Local 88 seat on Jobs with Justice Steering Committee

Since becoming active in our Union in 2023, I’ve sought out opportunities to better understand the structure of our Union and how the macro and micro work together. I had the opportunity to attend the AFSCME International convention in 2024 and see the impact that Council 75 can have while advocating for our interests with the International Union, and now I would like to attend our state AFSCME convention to gain a better understanding of the impact our locals can have while advocating for our local interests with Council 75.

she/her (Snohomish, Bisexual, Socialist Feminist)

Health Department, Provider Support Specialist

Steward, Lead steward, E-Board member

Strengthen union power by elevating leadership of members of color and LGBTQ+. Motivate need for a Labor Party and reinforce collaboration to defend public employees from rightwing attack.

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she/her (working class queer, gender non-conforming woman. I am also a renter and parent to a special needs child)

Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office, Corrections Counselor

Steward, Lead steward, E-Board member, Committee member, Bargaining Team

I want to be able to use my union and life experiences to be of service to Local 88 members and ensure their voices are heard while helping to make positive changes for Oregon AFSCME, our state, and communities. I have a passion for the labor movement and politics and want to represent Local 88’s members and their interests while helping to shape Oregon AFSCME’s goals and priorities in a way that improves and protects our communities.

Health Department Project Manager Represented 

Steward, Lead steward, E-Board member, Committee member

I would like to attend the Oregon AFSCME 2025 Convention because I am committed to growing as a union steward and ensuring that I can better support our members. This convention provides a valuable opportunity for training, education, and networking that will strengthen my ability to advocate effectively.  Additionally, I am committed to sharing what I learn with my fellow members, ensuring that the knowledge gained at the convention benefits not just me, but our entire local. I believe that by attending, I can contribute to building a more informed, engaged, and empowered membership. 

they/them (LGBTQIA+)

Library, Library Access Services Assistant 

Union member 

I would like to learn more about a union workplace and what we are doing for marginalized people during this administration.

they/she (Black, Queer, Nonbinary Trans Woman, Disabled, Fat)

Health Department, Communications Strategist

Steward, Bargaining Delegate & Bargaining Team Member 

I’ve never been, and I’m interested in representing our Local in different capacities. I’m excited to connect with other AFSCME members from across the state to gain a larger perspective on unionism.

they/he

Central City Concern, Housing Specialist 

Steward

I’m excited for an opportunity to advocate for further organizing and a stronger union presence in the nonprofit and homeless services sectors, and to network with other workers across the state.