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The Ken Grace Educational Fund

Honoring the life and work of Ken Grace, a renowned labor attorney, educator, and advocate who dedicated his career to strengthening the voice of working people, especially those in public service. Learn More »

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The Boston Labor Guild Still Stands Strong

Presented by The Stephen E. Tallent Video History Project of The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, with a grant from the Research and Education Foundation of the National Academy of Arbitrators.

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There are many benefits to being in a union. We’ll discuss Weingarten Rights, including when and how you can invoke them, and what constitutes a violation. Learn about how they began, and what happens if they are violated.

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Cushing-Gavin Awards

1967-2025

Congrats to the Awardees

Marc D. Greenbaum

Father Edward F. Boyle Award (Auxiliary)

Arbitrator

Louis J. Antonellis

Labor Award

Business Manager/Financial Secretary
IBEW, Local 103

Kristen Gowin

Management Award

Executive Manager
National Electrical Contractors Association of Greater Boston

Anthony D. Rizzotti, Esq.

Management Attorney Award

Littler Mendelson P.C.

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Why A Labor Guild?

Promoting good order and justice in today's workplace.

The collective bargaining process drives wage equality, and economic and social justice in a vibrant democracy. Since 1945, the Guild's mission has been to provide training, support, and connection through:

Labor education, professional training, and personal development via school, workshops, forums, and conferences.
Networking and leadership opportunities.
Our Cushing-Gavin Awards honoring our labor relations since 1967.

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For as little as $20/year, not only will you be supporting our mission of fighting for just workplaces and communities, you'll have access to:

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2025 Cushing-Gavin Awards Recap

The Labor Guild’s 2025 CGA Event was held on December 5, 2025, at IBEW Local 103 in Dorchester.

Labor Life Spring 2026

In this edition of Labor Life, Executive Director Fr. Marc Fallon reflects on the 2025 Cushing-Gavin Awards ceremony, and other events relevant to the labor-management community throughout December and January, we remember those who have passed, and we recap the Labor School’s Fall 2025 classes and workshops.