The Northern Indiana Area Labor Federation is a subordinate unit of the AFL-CIO. Our goal is to par Joseph, Starke, Tippecanoe, Wabash, Warren and White
Our jurisdiction covers the 23 Indiana Counties of : Benton, Elkhart, Fountain, Fulton, Carroll, Cass, Clinton, Jasper, Kosciusko, LaPorte, Lake Marshall, Miami, Montgomery, Newton, Porter, Pulaski, St.
08/05/2026
WCPT 820 Interview: Steve Minchuk of Northern Indiana Area Federation of Labor - Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez Northern Indiana Area Federation of Labor President Steve Minchuk talks to Patti Vasquez about BP's lockout of United Steelworkers (USW) Local 7-1 in Whiting, Indiana, and the Poker Run this Saturday, August 8, 2026 that will raise funds for the USW Local 7-1 Strike & Defense Fund (assisting familie...
07/30/2026
Supporting Locked-Out USW Local 7-1 Steelworkers
With just a little over a week remaining, the NIALF is encouraging the community to come together in support of the hardworking steelworkers of USW Local 7-1, who have now been locked out by BP for nearly five months.
This fundraiser is an opportunity for union members, community supporters, local businesses, and labor allies to stand in solidarity with the workers and their families during this ongoing labor dispute. We are still seeking event sponsors, as well as participants to register for the ride.
Signing up is easy—simply click the event link below to register.
Every dollar raised from this event will go directly to the USW Local 7-1 Strike and Defense Fund, helping provide support to the members and their families as they continue their fight for a fair contract.
We encourage everyone who believes in supporting working families to participate, sponsor the event, or share this information with others.
For sponsorship opportunities, donations, or additional information, please contact me directly. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for our brothers and sisters of USW Local 7-1.
In Solidarity,
President Steven Minchuk
Northern Indiana Area Federation of Labor
07/27/2026
Supporting Locked-Out USW Local 7-1 Steelworkers
With just two weeks remaining, the NIALF is encouraging the community to come together in support of the hardworking steelworkers of USW Local 7-1, who have now been locked out by BP for nearly five months.
This fundraiser is an opportunity for union members, community supporters, local businesses, and labor allies to stand in solidarity with the workers and their families during this ongoing labor dispute. We are still seeking event sponsors, as well as participants to register for the ride.
Signing up is easy—simply click the event link below to register.
Every dollar raised from this event will go directly to the USW Local 7-1 Strike and Defense Fund, helping provide support to the members and their families as they continue their fight for a fair contract.
We encourage everyone who believes in supporting working families to participate, sponsor the event, or share this information with others.
For sponsorship opportunities, donations, or additional information, please contact me directly. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for our brothers and sisters of USW Local 7-1.
In Solidarity,
President Steven Minchuk
Northern Indiana Area Federation of Labor
07/23/2026
USW 7-1 Lockout Support Poker Run Ride with us Aug. 8 to support USW 7-1 members who have been locked out. Open to motorcycles & cars. One Day Longer. One Day Stronger!
07/13/2026
07/09/2026
Please come out and support our brothers and sisters who have been locked out for over four months. Please note that this is not a political platform for any election; it is strictly to support the families of the workers who are locked out.
Solidarity is more than a word—it’s action.
On August 8th, we’re hosting a fundraiser to support our USW 7-1 brothers and sisters who have now been locked out for nearly four months. More details and an official flyer will be announced soon.
We’re asking our union family, local businesses, and community supporters to stand with these workers by donating items for raffle baskets, gift cards, or other raffle prizes. Every donation will help provide support to our brothers and sisters as they continue to stand strong on the picket line in the fight for a fair contract.
If you would like to donate, please contact me directly or reach out to the USW 7-1 Union Hall.
This is what the labor movement is all about—showing up for one another when it matters most. An injury to one is an injury to all. Thank you for standing in solidarity with our USW 7-1 family.
NIAL President Steven Minchuk