Local 1102 RWDSU/UFCW, a union representing workers in various sectors across New York City, has recently highlighted the achievements and activities of its members through a series of social media posts. The tweets, posted between July 14 and July 17, 2025, showcase union pride at key workplaces and celebrate a new contract for dental workers.
On July 14, Local 1102 RWDSU/UFCW praised its members working at International Shoppes Duty Free at JFK airport. The post read: “Shoutout to our incredible union members at International Shoppes Duty Free at JFK airport One of the busiest airports in the U.S.! They deliver great service to travelers from around the world. Here, union pride is always on display #Local1102 #1U #Solidarity https://t.co/Tzp2IOPXd2”.
Two days later, on July 16, the union spotlighted its presence at McNally Jackson bookstore. The tweet stated: ” Union strong at McNally Jackson! 1102 Recorder Eileen Crosby and Shop Steward Merrell Whitten are proudly representing Local 1102. From the shop floor to the register, our members keep this bookstore running strong #1U #Local1102 #UnionProud #McNallyJackson https://t.co/j49u4cKHjM”.
On July 17, Local 1102 RWDSU/UFCW announced that NYU Dental members had ratified a new contract. The tweet read: “Congratulations to the NYU Dental members on ratifying a strong new contract! Representative Ayse Porsuk helped secure significant wage increases, enhanced medical fund contributions, and many other vital improvements for the members. This is what union power looks like. #1U https://t.co/XKu7AVvwWV”.
The Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) is affiliated with UFCW (United Food and Commercial Workers), one of North America’s largest labor unions representing over one million workers across industries such as retail, healthcare, food processing, and more. Local 1102 represents employees in diverse workplaces throughout New York City.
Union contracts often include negotiations over wages and benefits; successful agreements can lead to improved compensation and workplace conditions for covered employees.
