Take Action to Defend Our Public Postal Service!

The law is clear: the Postal Service belongs to the people. Take action NOW: Stand with us and fight back against illegal attacks to harm our public postal service! Ways you can help:

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Statement by APWU National Executive Board on DOGE and the USPS

elon musk with chainsaw Members likely heard the recent news of an agreement between the Postmaster General and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by the un-elected billionaire Elon Musk, and not established by Congress. It is no surprise that DOGE has set its sights on the people’s Postal Service.

 

 Read the full statement by the NEB by clicking here.

 

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Statement by APWU National Executive Board on DOGE and the USPS

March 14, 2025

Members likely heard the recent news of an agreement between the Postmaster General and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by the...

APWU Releases Special Edition Magazine Addressing Threat to USPS

March 13, 2025

Read the special edition of The American Postal Worker here.

Wall Street Licks Its Lips at Prospect of Selling Off Public Post Office

March 13, 2025

Wells Fargo Analysts publish a report on the massive profits they could make by selling-off our public Postal Service

Postal Privatization Once Again Rearing Its Ugly Head!

March 10, 2025

APWU President Dimondstein provides answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding what it would mean if the Postal Service were to be...

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APWU Pres. Mark Dimondstein on the Threats to USPS

APWU President Mark Dimondstein went live on MSNBC to speak out against the illegal attack on the USPS that is in the works. President Dimondstein laid bare the dangers of this scheme and made clear what’s at stake for every postal worker and every American who relies on an independent USPS.

Statement of APWU President Mark Dimondstein on Attacks to the Public Postal Service

 The Washington Post has reported that the Trump Administration will soon issue an Executive Order firing the Postal Board of Governors, and placing the United States Postal Service under the control of the Commerce Department. If this reporting is true, it would be an outrageous, unlawful attack on a storied national treasure, enshrined in the Constitution and created by Congress to serve every American home and business equally.

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APWU POWER 22nd Biennial National Convention

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Room rate: $237/night (plus 14.75% Room Tax, plus $3.50/night occupancy tax). Hotel cut-off: July 11. Call 1-888-627-7067 Identify yourself as attending the POWER Convention. Delegates should plan to arrive August 6 and depart on August 10. There is no convention on Sunday. | Registration is now... Learn More

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April 8, 2025 to April 10, 2025

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Please contact Hannah Decker, Executive Assistant to the Secretary-Treasurer, at hdecker@apwu.org for hotel information. The contracted hotel is sold out but we will do our best to assist you in finding a nearby property. 

2025 Human Relations Educational Assembly

June 12, 2025 to June 16, 2025

Houston, TX

Registration will open Monday, March 17, 2025. Early Bird registration (through May 16) is $125. Registration after May 16 is $150.  Additional details will be forthcoming, including registration & hotel information.

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June 12, 2025 to June 15, 2025

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1600 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010

Human Relations Conference: Strength in Diversity, Empowering Every Voice.  Register for the upcoming Human Relations Education Assembly. This will be a comprehensive training designed to equip stewards and APWU members with knowledge specifically focusing on: OWCP and ECOMP filing, EEOC and the... Learn More

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Affected by natural disaster?

Postal Employees' Relief Fund

If you and your loved ones have been affected by natural disasters like hurricanes or wildfires, know that you're not alone. Resources are available to APWU members, including the Postal Employees Relief Fund (PERF), the APWU Hardship Relief Fund, and others.

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Social Security Fairness Act Signed Into Law!

On January 5, 2025, President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA) into law, righting a decades-long wrong that negatively impacted millions of postal workers and federal retirees.

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President Dimondstein's Contract Negotiations Address

(December 4, 2024): APWU President Mark Dimondstein updates members on the status of contract negotiations with USPS management, including new factors such as the NALC tentative agreement.The APWU will continue to keep the members updated as we continue to bargain for a new union contract, including regular messages on the negotiation “hotline” at (202) 642-9049, our website (apwu.org), and on our social media channels.

Communicating With You, The Member: A podcast with APWU president Mark Dimondstein

APWU members can now enjoy their union news on the move, as the union launches our new podcast "Communicating with You, The Member - A podcast with APWU President Mark Dimondstein". Hosted by union president, Mark Dimondstein, the podcast is one of the growing number of ways for members to keep abreast of the latest developments: a fact that reflects the many ways that members receive news in today’s media environment.

You can download the podcast on all streaming services, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts regularly. New episodes will be available monthly. 

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Statement from APWU General Officers on the Conflict in Israel and Palestine

Nov. 8, 2023. The American Postal Workers Union is shocked and saddened by the tragic and ongoing violence in Israel and Palestine. As working people, we stand with the oppressed and the innocent, thousands of whom have lost their lives in the last month.Read more here

 

The Great Postal Strike

Celebrating the courage of Postal Workers who dared to strike for true collective bargaining rights, better working conditions and fair pay.