If you see Jim Queenan, please take a moment to congratulate him. Among numerous nominations from across the state, AFT Amesbury will once again be recognized at the AFT Massachusetts Convention this April, as Jim has been selected to receive the Distinguished Service Award.
Below is the official announcement regarding Jim’s award:
“The AFT Massachusetts Distinguished Service Awards are presented annually to AFT Massachusetts members who have demonstrated an outstanding level of service and dedication to their local union. The 2026 Distinguished Service Award winners will be honored at the AFT Massachusetts Convention Awards Dinner on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate. We’re excited to celebrate the 2026 award winners at the Kennedy Institute. Senator Kennedy was a champion for working people who always fought for good jobs, full employment, and safe working conditions. Unions are the backbone of our public institutions, and it’s important to celebrate the members who keep our schools, libraries, and colleges running every day.
On behalf of AFT Massachusetts, I want to extend our sincere congratulations to you on your accomplishments. The reason we are successful is because of the efforts of people like you.
— Brant Duncan, Secretary-Treasurer, AFT Massachusetts”
Jim, we are so proud of you and of the decades of dedicated service you have given to our district and our union. Your leadership and steady commitment exemplify the very best of our organization.
AFT Amesbury continues to shine statewide, and this recognition is well deserved. Jim will be honored at the Convention Awards Dinner in April. Please join us in celebrating this tremendous achievement.
