Florida First Coast Coalition of Labor Union Women

The Florida First Coast Coalition of Labor Union Women is a dedicated advocacy organization serving union women throughout Jacksonville, FL and beyond. As the local chapter of America's only national organization exclusively for union women, this coalition works to advance the professional and personal interests of its members through strategic action and community engagement. The organization focuses on empowering women to take leadership roles at all levels within the labor movement, ensuring their voices shape union priorities and policies. Members actively champion workplace equality, advocating for equal pay, comprehensive benefits including child and elder care, job security protections, and safe working conditions. The coalition also prioritizes social and economic justice initiatives, working to organize unorganized workers and expand union representation across industries. Additionally, the organization is committed to increasing women's participation in political and legislative processes, recognizing that meaningful change requires representation in decision-making spaces. The coalition addresses critical workplace issues including affordable healthcare access, contraceptive equity, and protection from sexual harassment and violence. Through committees, member resources, and coordinated campaigns, the Florida First Coast chapter provides union women with tools, information, and community support to advance their collective objectives and create meaningful change within the labor movement and broader society.