UDW / AFSCME Local 3930

KQED Presents New Documentary 'Make a Circle' on PBS September 1st | KQED Step inside the world of childcare providers fighting for an early education system that works for everyone. Weaving together humor, outrage, and passion, this film shines a light on an essential work...

We are thrilled that Make A Circle will be showing on PBS! Child care providers are vital to our communities, and we have been fighting to fix a broken system for far too long. We will not give up the fight, and we will continue to shed light on our work.

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51% of SJ Valley population relies on Medi-Cal funds San Joaquin Valley residents who rely on Medicaid – either for their own vital healthcare or to take care of loved ones – are facing their "worst case scenario” as they prepare for $1 trillion in cuts...

"Many of us quit our full-time jobs to provide care for a loved one, right? ... Generally, most of my workers are right around minimum wage with little to no benefits. So this is their livelihood.” -Astrid Zuniga, President of UDW

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Today we got to meet some new faces and see some long-standing UDW members at our family child care meeting in Orange County! Thank you all for coming out to learn more about our fight for a new contract and how our collective power is our only way to win! We hope to see you all again soon 💚✊📢

UDW's Executive Director Doug Moore has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) - the historic civil rights organization co-founded by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

We're proud to see a leader from our union stepping into this historic legacy!

@udw.org member Charlotte Neal joined the Protect Medicaid Vigil on the National Mall to make clear that AFSCME members and care providers will never stop fighting to #ProtectMedicaid. We all deserve the freedom to get ahead and that means having good health care.

Families First - A 50-State Day of Peaceful Action for Our Families On Saturday, July 26th, American families in every corner of the country will come together in peaceful marches, rallies and events to say: our families come first, and we will protect each other.

We're standing with Families First for the 60-hour Medicaid Vigil today through July 26, sharing our stories, taking action, and demanding accountability from elected leaders who chose to cut our care to fund tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy and big corporations.

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Advocacy group warns new work requirements and eligibility rules for Medicaid could create hardships for veterans Disabled American Veterans -- an advocacy group with one million members --warned new work requirements and eligibility rules for Medicaid could create hardships for former service members, particular...

Ben Johnson, our provider and proud member of UDW, knows firsthand what’s at stake. This proposed Medicaid reform could strip disabled veterans and dedicated providers like him of vital support, sending many into housing insecurity or deeper bureaucratic limbo.

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Groups hold out hope the state budget can be amended The state budget

- fighting. We’re going to keep negotiating.”

It's time for California to stabilize child care NOW and give us a new contract with the wages and respect we deserve! Keep your promises to child care providers! (2/2)

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Horace Turner has been a child care provider for 16 years & said the budget has forgotten providers like him, and it’s more than a disappointment.

“When they say they started the budget or close it out, it never ends,” Turner said. “And that’s why our fight is not over. We’re going to keep - (1/2)

Wishing everyone a safe 4th of July! Our offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, and will reopen on Monday, July 7.

Rep. Valadao is meeting with President Trump over the federal budget. Protect your family and your clients' needs by calling his office NOW.

The House vote on the Federal budget is imminent and we need to call ALL our Reprentatives and tell them to vote no! No cuts to Medicaid, No Cuts to SNAP! Call now at 1-866-584-5792.

UDW Executive Director Doug Moore Slams “Heartless” Senate Budget Proposal

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which is why we continue to fight every day for respect and fair compensation here and around the world. (2/2)

Happy International Domestic Workers Day!
Today, we celebrate the anniversary of the United Nations' official recognition of the significant contributions domestic workers make to the global economy. The work we do in our communities is essential, (1/2)

“By rejecting the proposed cap on IHSS overtime, the Legislature has made it clear that they are committed to protecting not just working families, but also California’s most vulnerable residents,” - Doug Moore, UDW Executive Director

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Happy Father's Day from your UDW family! ❤️ Tell us about your favorite memory as a dad or your favorite memory with your dad in the comments below!

Have you been to your local UDW Community Resource Fair? Be on the lookout where members can enjoy a day filled with resources, community organization booths, networking, and more! 🎟️

Watch your inbox for details and don’t miss out on the next great opportunity in your area.

Thousands of us are here for our families, our communities, and to fight for the work we love. No more promises. It’s time for @governor.ca.gov Newsom and state legislators to prioritize child care providers in the state budget. #FairPay

Our child care providers are here as one voice at the state Capitol today fighting for what they rightly deserve, fair pay for quality child care! #fairpay #truecostofcare

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UDW Executive Director Doug Moore on the Election of Monique Limón as the next Senate President Pro Tempore: the future of care in California shines brighter - UDW – Fighting for Workers and Our Commu... FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEPress Contact:Dan Arel, darel@udw.org, 619-252-0397 June 10, 2025 SAN DIEGO, CA – Upon yesterday’s announcement of Senator Monique Limón’s election as the next leader of the as Ca...

“In times like these, when attacks on working families are coming from all sides, we need strong advocates in positions of power to ensure our voices are heard in the halls of the Legislature.” - Doug Moore, UDW Executive Director www.udw.org/press-releas...

Know your rights. Use them. 💪 Every provider deserves to be informed and protected. 📄 Print your info card: udw.org/yourrights

SEIU California President David Huerta has been released!

While we're thrilled to hear of his release, he still faces unjust felony charges and we will continue to demand an end to ICE raids and call on the Trump administration drop all charges against David.

UPDATE: David Huerta was just released from custody!

Know your rights. Use them. 💪 Conoce tus derechos. Úsalos. 💪
Every provider deserves to be informed and protected.
Cada proveedor merece estar informado y protegido.
📄 Print your info card / Imprime tu tarjeta informativa: udw.org/yourrights

We will never back down from protecting our community! We're showing up from all over California to stand against the ICE raids in Los Angeles and support our union family. We will not remain silent while ICE is attacking workers in our communities.

We will not remain silent while ICE is attacking workers in our communities. We will fight back!

After a tragic car accident, AFSCME @udw.org member Jesus Acosta became his mom’s primary caregiver.

If Congress cuts Medicaid, he could lose the ability to care for her — and his family could be torn apart. All to give billionaires another tax break. It’s not right.

Meet Oscar Caballero, a provider who showed up today fighting alongside with us, and his wife’s care. It takes all of us, because this affects all of us. #OurCareCounts

@governor.ca.gov

Forward together, backwards never. #OurCareCounts