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4 The Work Force July-August 2025
President Mary E. Sullivan in touch with
Over the past year, we engaged
deeply with members across
every region and demographic.
Through surveys, focus groups and
direct conversations, members told us
what CSEA means to them and how
we can best express that. Members
asked for a brand that reflects who we
really are.
CSEA members are as diverse as the
work we do.
We live and work in all corners of the
state.
We look, think and act differently.
Yet, CSEA unites our voices as one.
One voice for many.
This is exactly what this new
branding delivers.
On July 1, CSEA officially began
using a new logo and rebranding
ourselves. This is an exciting and
important step forward for our union.
But, it is about more than just a fresh
design. It modernizes how people
see us and ensures our visual identity
reflects the strength, unity, and
boldness of a union that keeps New
York running.
To guide this transition, I
appointed a branding team made
up of a diverse mix of leadership,
members, retirees and staff from
various regions and departments. The
new logo will first appear in digital
spaces like our redesigned website,
social media and publications. Other
updates will follow gradually over the
coming months and possibly the next
year, to ensure a smooth and cost-
effective rollout.
I know this will be a difficult
undertaking. That’s why any local
or unit experiencing difficulty with
this transition will have our union’s
full support and assistance. You will
not be doing this alone; we will work
together.
Thank you for helping shape our
union’s future. If you have questions
or feedback, please reach out to us at
csealogo@cseainc.org.
Together, we are moving forward
with unity and with a bold brand for
CSEA.
In solidarity,
Mary E. Sullivan, President
The The
One Voice For Many
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Mary E. Sullivan, President
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