Testimonials

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Feb. 10, 2026

Testimonials

Madeline Hedberg, Specimen Processing Specialist

"When I was a researcher, we organized our union in order to raise standards in our industry so that our jobs can be seen as stable careers..."

Madeline Hedberg, Specimen Processing Specialist

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Dec. 11, 2025

Testimonials

German Gil, Pharmacy Tech

"Being active in my union allows me to protect affordable healthcare for me and my family. With my previous health plan through my previous employer, I was paying $300 for a single appointment..."

German Gil, Pharmacy Tech

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Nov. 19, 2025

Testimonials

Jaret Leong - Academic Director

"Through the strong advocacy of our union, the Hawaii Government Employees Association (HGEA/AFSCME L152), we successfully secured Temporary Hazard Pay (THP) of $10,000 to $20,000 for employees..."

Jaret Leong - Academic Director

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Nov. 18, 2025

Testimonials

Brandon Ziska - Campus Security Officer

"Get your collective voice together. That’s paramount. We stay informed and support each other in our rights. When folks see the growth in what we have..."

Brandon Ziska - Campus Security Officer

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Oct. 31, 2025

Testimonials

Kate McGrath - Associate Dean

"When management standardized our roles, my union stood up for fairness, making sure gender pay equity was part of the deal. Because of their leadership, I received a substantial raise..."

Kate McGrath - Associate Dean