Council 65 - Representing Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota

AFSCME Council 65 believes that every person working to sustain their community deserves respect. AFSCME is one of the leading advocates for working women and men in Minnesota.

AFSCME Celebrates Law Enforcement Week

Members of AFSCME’s law enforcement community take countless risks to keep our communities safe.

Safety Through Collective Bargaining Rights: Kelvin's Story

Injured on the Job, Corrections Officer Links Safety with Collective Bargaining Rights

The day after he was released from a hospital, a bruised and swollen Kelvin Chung told a state Senate committee that state employees like him need collective bargaining rights to advocate for safety on the job. “I want you to see my face. We need a voice on the job, so this doesn't happen again to anyone else,” said Chung, a corrections officer.

NJ Librarian Praises Fast Access to Disaster Relief Grant with the Union Plus Credit Card

In October 2012, Hurricane Sandy battered the east coast of the United States, causing billions of dollars in damage across 24 states.

AFSCME Free College Program

AFSCME Free College Program

It's AFSCME's mission to give you every advantage to get ahead. That's why we've partnered with Eastern Gateway Community College.  Through the AFSCME Free College benefit, you and your family members can earn an associate degree, completely online – for FREE.

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AFSCME Council 65 represents 14,000 workers in Minnesota and South Dakota with more than 300 separate Local Unions.  Council 65 Members are employed by cities, counties and school districts, health care facilities and non-profit organizations.

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