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The APWU Kicks Off 2024 Contract Campaign Slogan Competition

January 26, 2024

With the opening of contract negotiations on June 25 just months away, APWU national officers are calling on actively employed, retiree, and...

The Campaign for Better Staffing, Better Service

January 23, 2024

Learn all about the Campaign for Better Staffing, Better Service

APWU Celebrates Dedication of the History Center

January 17, 2024

On the evening of Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, officers, staff, and guests of the APWU gathered for the dedication of the APWU History Center. Built around...

More Updates on Management's "Modernization" Plans

January 16, 2024

USPS Management's "network modernization" plans may affect postal workers and how we serve the public. The APWU will continue to oppose those parts...

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Communicating with you, the member; a podcast from 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 - APWU Podcast from the President.  Aimed at sharing updates about our union work and news from the APWU, the podcast will share the latest news and updates about our union’s fights for the welfare of postal workers and will highlight the pivotal roles we play in delivering vital public services.

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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Action Alert: Tell the USPS Board of Governors "Allow public comment on USPS network changes!"

2024 Contract Campaign Slogan Competition

With the opening of contract negotiations just months away, APWU national officers are calling on actively employed, auxiliary and retiree members to submit slogan ideas for the 2024 Contract Campaign. From start to finish, our campaign for a strong, fair, new union contract will be driven by you, the APWU members. Since our first collective bargaining agreement in 1971, we have stood together time and time again to strengthen our wages, our benefits, and our rights in the workplace. Now it’s time to renew our commitment. Lend your voice to the campaign by creating a slogan for our upcoming contract negotiations as we fight for good wages, strong benefits, and workplace protections that ensure our essential service is safely and adequately staffed for years to come. Remember to keep the suggestions focused and short – it will need to fit on T–shirts, buttons, and stickers. The winner will be featured online and in The American Postal Worker magazine.

Submit a slogan! ›

2024 Contract Campaign Slogan Competition

Upcoming National Events

2024 Secretary-Treasurer's Training

March 5, 2024 to March 7, 2024

MGM National Harbor

 

101 MGM National Ave.

Oxon Hill, MD 20745 

This three-day conference will provide vital training to local officers, especially presidents and secretary-treasurers. Registration fee: $135-185. Hotel rate: $259/night plus $18/night resort fee+taxes. Register here and make your hotel reservations early to ensure your placement in the... Learn More

2024 Arbitration Advocacy Training

May 4, 2024 to May 11, 2024

Maritime Conference Center Hotel

692 Maritime Boulevard, Linthicum Heights, Maryland.

Hotel room rate: $170/night ( single) or $215/night (double) + 14% occupancy tax. Dial 1 (410) 859-5700, next press 7 to be connected to the hotel. Code: American Postal Workers Union’s Arbitration Advocacy Training. Cut-off: April 5. Registration fee: $600. and covers material, lunch,coffee breaks... Learn More

APWU 2024 National Convention

July 12, 2024 to July 18, 2024

Detroit, Michigan

2024 APWU Member Convention  July 11: BMC Conference July 12: Pre-Convention Workshops July 13-14: Division Conferences July 15-18: Convention Business The Schedule of Events is now available. See the PDF version of the schedule, subject to change.

APWU Health Plan 39th Annual Open Season Seminar

October 16, 2024 to October 20, 2024

Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor

300 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202

APWU Health Plan 39th Annual Open Season Seminar. Check back soon for more information.

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

 

APWU Members Stand up for Respect and Dignity

On Workers Memorial Day, APWU members took to the streets to demand dignity & respect in the workplace, and tell management to address short-staffing and hostile work environment issues. Media outlets across the country picked up the story - here is a small recap of some of those stories.

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.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

This page is a resource for members to find information on Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

The APWU always prioritizes health and safety and is engaged in this issue. We are not allowing the Postal Service to take a passive approach to the risks of the disease.