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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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Negotiations: No Easy Victories - the Struggle Continues!

November 18, 2024

President Dimondstein updates members on the current status of contract negotiations as of November 2024.

2nd Webinar for Distribution of $15 Million for Part-Time Regular Employees in Maintenance on Nov. 20 at 3pm ET

November 15, 2024

If you were a Part-Time Regular from 2018 Fiscal year to December 31,2023, register and join us for a Zoom presentation on Wednesday, November 20,...

Maintenance Division Appoints Stephanie Logan as Central Region National Business Agent ‘C’

November 14, 2024

In accordance with Article 21 of the APWU Constitution and Bylaws, Maintenance Division Director Idowu Balogun has appointed Stephanie Logan to serve...

The Social Security Fairness Act, H.R. 82, Passes the House of Representatives

November 13, 2024

On the evening of November 12, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 82, the Social Security Fairness Act, by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote of...

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2nd Webinar Update Nov 20, 2024 at 3pm ET: Distribution of $15 Million for Part Time Regular in Maintenance

On September 20, 2024, the APWU and the USPS reached an agreement about a contract violation. If you were a Part-Time Regular maintenance employee from Fiscal Year 2018 through Dec. 31, 2023, you may be eligible for payment. The Maintenance Division will a webinar to share more information on November 20, 2024. 

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Wear Your APWU Gear Every Thursday!

President Dimondstein's Contract Negotiations Address

Negotiations aren't over yet - the APWU and USPS have agreed to "Stop the Clock" on the expiration of our current contract (set to expire at midnight on September 20). 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. 

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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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Upcoming National Events

APWU Retiree’s Department Presents Nov. 23, 2024 “FERS, CSRS and CSRS Offset Retirement Planning Seminar on ZOOM"

November 23, 2024

Virtual via Zoom

APWU Retiree’s Department Presents “CSRS, FERS, CSRS Offset Retirement Planning Seminar on ZOOM” Saturday,  November 23, 2024 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Secretary-Treasurer's Training (Spring 2025)

April 8, 2025 to April 10, 2025

Hyatt Regency Miami

400 SE Second Ave
Miami, FL 33131

Room rate: $229/night +taxes and fees. Deadline: Monday, March 17, 2025. Reservations can be made online at https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/MIARM/G-ST45?src=envision_emai... $135/$185. Regististration Deadline: 3/27/25. Contact Hannah Decker at hdecker@apwu.org with questions.

2025 Human Relations Educational Assembly

June 12, 2025 to June 16, 2025

Houston, TX

Registration will open Friday, 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.

APWU 2025 All-Craft Conference

October 6, 2025 to October 8, 2025

Las Vegas, NV

The 2025 All Craft Conference will be held in Las Vegas, October 6 - 8, 2025. More information is forthcoming.

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.