The Teamsters LGBTQ+ Caucus is represented by Regional Directors, with the exception of the Northwest. We encourage you to familiarize yourselves with our appointed directors by visiting our LEADERS page. You will find detailed insights into their experience and vision for our caucus and better understand our goals and objectives.

We are pleased to report an upward spike in our membership and urge you to invite your friends, community members and allies to join our Caucus!

Stay tuned for more details on how you can participate or volunteer for Teamsters LGBTQ+ Caucus Regional events and national programs.

Our political director, Andrew Rivas, LU-533, is working on our contract language project to put forth LGBTQ+ clauses in future Teamster contracts. We proudly announce the implementation of gender-neutral language in the recently ratified National Master UPS Contract. Their contract also included language stating that sexual orientation and gender identity are protected classes against discrimination and harassment. These simple steps toward inclusion will help build momentum toward having changes like these become standard across all collective bargaining agreements.

Please don’t hesitate to share your activities, stories, relevant news, or updates for union workers through our website or contact the board, or your Regional Director. We would love to hear from you! Contact information is on our website. In conclusion, thank you. Your active engagement with your Local’s activities (wear your LGBTQ+ gear to all your union events!), along with participation in Caucus activities is the best way to advocate for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

 

In Unity, SOLIDARITY, EQUALITY and RESPECT