News Media Coverage of the 965

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The focus is labor-related info and analysis.

For the Common Good

UA-Fayetteville Education Association/Local 965 collaborates with similar organizations and non-profits. Strength grows in these connections for the common good.

Health and Safety

Since the beginning of the novel coronavirus 2019 pandemic, UA-Fayetteville Education Association/Local 965 members have been advocating on behalf of the safety of all University of Arkansas workers.

Living Wage

UA-Fayetteville Education Association/Local 965’s highest priority before the pandemic was to convince the University of Arkansas to paying living wages — at least $30,000/year — to each member of the faculty and staff.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Local 965 supports universal rights.

Food Insecurity

In addition to lobbying for living wages, UA-Fayetteville Education Association/Local 965 has been assisting the University’s fight against food insecurity.

Weapons on Campus

UA-Fayetteville Education Association/Local 965 has been at the forefront of efforts to prohibit guns on campus and ensure that the University of Arkansas employees work in safe environments.

Members of 965 in the News

While the Local applauds all accomplishments of its members, the articles linked here concern the goals and focuses of the union.