TO REMAIN A STRONG UNION, WE NEED ENGAGED MEMBERS
Here are just a few ways you can be active within YOUR UNION:
- Run for office in your chapter and attend your chapter meetings,
- Join a committee of interest,
- Attend one of our many social activities and meet other members!
Engaged Members in Our Communities
Shawn Jones, a dedicated Chapter 6 member and Veterans Committee member, is pictured handing DHHS Commissioner Lori Weaver an envelope containing $1,350 in donations. This incredible sum was raised by Shawn as part of the NAMI Walks New Hampshire on October 6th to support Veterans and First Responders Suicide Prevention and Awareness. This effort highlights the power of our members’ commitment to not only our organization but also to the greater community. By actively engaging in causes like these, our members help foster a stronger, more connected community, demonstrating the vital role we all play in making a difference.
Concord Hospital – Laconia and Franklin Campuses Unionize!
First Private-Sector Hospital Union in New Hampshire Makes History
Concord, NH – In a landmark victory for workers and patients alike, the registered nurses at Concord Hospital – Laconia and Franklin Campuses have voted to unionize, officially joining the State Employees’ Association of New Hampshire, SEIU Local 1984. This makes Concord Hospital – Laconia and Franklin the first private hospitals in New Hampshire where nurses have organized a union, marking a historic step for labor rights in the Granite State.
The election, overseen by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), resulted in a decisive win for the nurses, who have been organizing for months to secure a stronger voice in patient care, staffing, and workplace safety.
“This is a monumental day for New Hampshire workers,” said Rich Gulla, President of SEA/SEIU Local 1984. “The nurses at Concord Hospital – Laconia and Franklin have spoken loud and clear: they want a seat at the table. They stood together for their patients, their community, and for each other—and today, they won.”
The decision comes after months of organizing and engagement among the hospital’s frontline nurses, who cited concerns over staffing shortages, burnout, and the need for greater input in decisions affecting patient care. With this vote, roughly 150 registered nurses at the Laconia campus and about 24 at the Franklin campus will now have the power to collectively bargain for fair wages, safe staffing, and the resources necessary to provide the highest quality care.
“For us, this was never just about wages or benefits,” said one registered nurse at the hospital. “It’s about having a voice in how care is delivered, protecting our patients, and making sure nurses are respected for the work we do every single day.”
The victories at Concord Hospital – Laconia and Franklin could pave the way for healthcare workers at other private hospitals in New Hampshire to pursue union!
Featured here are some of the wins you’ve won as engaged members of the State Employees’ Association!
Hampton WINS!
The vote on the budget passes with articles 14 & 15 being approved!
Hampton Public Work Employees and Hampton Town Employees WIN!
The proposed contracts HAVE BEEN FUNDED addressing the concerns about frozen step raises, widespread vacancies, and retention issues. The tentative 3-year contract will deliver approximately 15.5% in wage increases over the three-year period. This community has come together and to pave the way for a more stable and overall prosperous future for Hampton and its’ employees!
A special thanks to our chapter president, Beth Frongillo, without whom none of this would have been possible!! Congratulations!
” We chose SEA/SEIU 1984 because we believe in the organization. I think working with them is going to better the town employees tremendously. From day one, we’ve received so much more support than we have ever had before, and we’ve secured the best contract we’ve ever reached for this group and the town and so we’re really excited!”
Beth Frongillo, Chapter President
