The following interview was conducted with Olivia Swisher, art teacher and Chapter Leader at MS 821 in Sunset Park, about her experiences on the UFT Negotiating Committee for the most recent 2022-2027 contract.

Strike Hot: What were your goals and hopes in volunteering for the negotiating committee? How did the experience differ from your expectations?

Olivia Swisher: My personal goal for participating in the UFT negotiating committee was to learn about the negotiations process firsthand.