CLD Safety Committee Chair testifies before OSHA rulemaking hearing

Wetzel calls for comprehensive emergency response planning, better response times, and warns of dangers of lithium-ion batteries Coast Longshore Division Safety Committee Chair Adam Wetzel testified at the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA)...

The power of solidarity: ILWU’s response to Southern California wildfires

In the wake of the devastating wildfires that swept through Southern California, the ILWU response exemplified the profound impact of our solidarity and compassion. The principle that “An Injury to One is an Injury to All” has never resonated more deeply than during...

Looking Back, Looking Forward: Local 5’s 2024 Organizing campaigns

Local 5 saw great success in new organizing this year; as they prepare for continued success in 2025 A spectre is haunting the bosses of Portland - the spectre of workers organizing. From the Portland Teachers strike to the continued resilience of New Seasons Labor...

IBU’s 26th convention convenes in Seattle

Delegates honor IBU Secretary-Treasurer Emeritus Terri Mast; look to the future The 26th convention of the Inlandboatmen’s Union (IBU) met in Seattle on November 12-15. Elected delegates participated in discussions and debates. They worked in committees throughout...

ILWU Library and Archives

The ILWU Archives houses a digital collection of all the issues of The Dispatcher newspaper, Voice of the Federation, and the Waterfont Worker.

The Docker Podcast

Produced and hosted by rank and file longshore workers who take on issues about local, national, and international labor struggles. The views expressed do not represent the ILWU or its affiliates.