• Compensation study underway by Civil Service; PEF closely monitoring the process

    Compensation study underway by Civil Service; PEF closely monitoring the process

    July 18, 2025 — The state’s outdated compensation plan and its lack of competitiveness with the private sector continue to lead to severe recruitment and retention issues in New York....

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  • PEF scientist secures $9M grant to study human immune response to Lyme disease bacteria with eye toward treatment

    PEF scientist secures $9M grant to study human immune response to Lyme disease bacteria with eye toward treatment

    July 18, 2025 — While studying infectious disease as an undergraduate at the University of New Hampshire, Dr. Nicholas Mantis found his calling.  “I learned through a combination of coursework...

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  • PEF intern shares passion for the labor movement, gains experience in field work

    PEF intern shares passion for the labor movement, gains experience in field work

    July 18, 2025 — In 2020, when I was a sophomore in high school, the country was going through a uniquely challenging time. Covid caused the largest recession since 2009,...

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  • In their own words: Members share experiences on SEIU’s Justice Journey

    In their own words: Members share experiences on SEIU’s Justice Journey

    July 18, 2025 — This summer, SEIU invited members of its locals to participate in a Justice Journey, a mobilization effort that brought union members, community leaders, and people of...

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  • It’s scholarship season!

    It’s scholarship season!

    July 18, 2025 — Various PEF Regions and Divisions offer college scholarships this time of year. You can find all the opportunities we are aware of on the PEF...

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  • Meet the New Regional Coordinator for Region 1

    Meet the New Regional Coordinator for Region 1

    July 18, 2025 — Following the retirement of longtime Region 1 Coordinator Michele Iorfida, PEF members in Western New York Region have elected a successor. Vincent Cicatello is a Registered...

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  • PEF advocacy on key priorities paves the way for new legislation

    PEF advocacy on key priorities paves the way for new legislation

    July 18, 2025 — The voices of PEF members were heard during the New York State Legislative Session that concluded in mid-June. From artificial intelligence (AI) to Workers’ Compensation, several...

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  • Blast from the Past: PEF members facing layoffs fight back and reclaim jobs 

    Blast from the Past: PEF members facing layoffs fight back and reclaim jobs 

    July 18, 2025 — In 1996, under Governor George Pataki, PEF members were faced with the threat of layoffs in the wake of federal budget cuts.  It happened at the...

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  • Capital Region turns out for PEF Wellness Fair and Book Giveaway

    Capital Region turns out for PEF Wellness Fair and Book Giveaway

    June 20, 2025 — Everyone from toddlers to law enforcement to teachers to elected leaders filled the Washington Avenue Armory on June 14 for the third annual PEF Community Wellness...

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