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January 16, 2024
More Updates on Management’s “Modernization” Plans
USPS Management's "network modernization" plans may affect postal workers and how we serve the public. The APWU will continue to oppose those parts of the “modernization plan” that disrupt, rather than improve, our missi...
January 8, 2024
2023: A Year Review
Happy New Year! 2023 brought many changes and introduced several pilot programs to the Maintenance Division. Your national Maintenance Division officers met with the Postal Service and tackled these challenges head on, i...
January 8, 2024
2024: A Year of Challenges and Opportunities
With last year in the rearview mirror, the “struggle continues” in 2024. In addition to daily battles to enforce our union contract, President Dimondstein highlights some of our upcoming challenges and opportunities as a...
January 8, 2024
Accounting Service Center Labor Management Meetings Summary
The APWU Support Services national leadership and local Information Technology/Accounting Services (IT/AS) leaders participated in two days of Labor-Management meetings with the Postal Service. Read on for a summary of...
January 8, 2024
Building Self-Esteem
Your personality type influences how you act and how you relate to others. To build self-esteem, it would help to know and put into practice your Personal Bill of Rights.
January 8, 2024
Detroit Amazon Workers Organize for Respect with APWU
Amazon workers in Detroit’s DTW1 plant are working with APWU organizers for a real voice, power, and justice in the workplace. Read their origin story:
January 8, 2024
Forging On in Progress This New Year
As another year rolls over, it’s time to reflect on the achievements of the Human Relations Department in 2023.
January 8, 2024
Greetings, APWU Family
APWU Central Regional Coordinator Amy Puhlaski takes a moment to formally introduce herself and tell the story about how she became involved in the union.
January 8, 2024
Hands Off Our Veterans’ Healthcare and Disability Benefits
The Veterans’ Benefits Handbook is an extremely important resource that protects veterans from being scammed by erroneous contractors looking to take advantage of veteran benefits. We encourage our veterans to get involv...
January 8, 2024
Happy New Year, Union Family!
2024 will be a year that is both busy and challenging. But the APWU will be standing strong and meeting those challenges head on.
January 8, 2024
Looking Back on Labor History: Memphis Sanitation Workers’ Strike & the Battle of the Bulk
This month in Labor History, we take a look back at the Memphis Sanitation Workers' Strike and the Battle of the Bulk.
January 8, 2024
Maintaining a Safe and Secure Work Environment
Maintaining a safe and secure work environment is paramount to the well-being of employees and the prevention of potential emergencies. Is your workplace compliant? Learn why it’s important:
January 8, 2024
New Year Save-the-Dates!
Secretary-Treasurer Liz Powell provides important Save-the-Dates for 2024!
January 8, 2024
New Year, New Elections: Ways to Prepare for the 2024 Elections
The work must start now to ensure that everyone who can vote does, and understands how voting impacts their lives. I’m asking our members to confi rm you are registered to vote in 2024.
January 8, 2024
Our Negotiated Right to Organize is a Union’s Foundation
Our negotiated right to organize is a union’s foundation. It’s a path to success and without it, there is no future. We need to ensure our union uplifts all. Organization Director Anna Smith provides some examples of wha...
January 8, 2024
Overcome Stigma: Learn More About Mental Health and Why Your Well-being is Important
Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. And they’re both equally important to your overall health and wellness. Yet, stigma – or negative beliefs and attitudes – continues to keep many people wit...
January 8, 2024
Pending Legislation Would Prevent Postal Banking Through the Fed
If partnered with the Federal Reserve, the postal service could expand banking access to everyone in the country, allowing individuals to general savings, pay bills, and conduct other basic financial services. But a new...
January 8, 2024
Public Service Means Public Input
In November, the Postal Board of Governors announced that future public engagement sessions with the Postal Service, regarding USPS’s initiatives for the future of the organization, would be slashed from four times per y...
January 8, 2024
RI-399 Talking Point: Article 7 Crossing Craft Violations and Protecting Clerk Craft Work
In a continuing effort to provide as much information as possible to the APWU membership, a meeting was held online on Nov. 30 for participants throughout the country. The meeting was titled, “SDCs/Mail handlers/ Protect...
January 8, 2024
Union Members Take Heed, We Need You Actively With Us in 2024
Political campaigns have begun, and the Postal Service needs to be ready to make a difference. The problem is our mail processing network has been degraded. We need your help now!
January 8, 2024
Vehicle Maintenance Training Update
MVS Director Foster provides an update on the new Vehicle Maintenance Facility Training Center in Norman, OK.
January 8, 2024
Watching Your Wallet in 2024
Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor shares a comprehensive list of services provided by the Consumer Finance Protection Board (CFPB) aimed to protect retirees and seniors.
December 12, 2023
Giving Back to Our Communities: Join the 2023 Combined Federal Campaign
As many of us think about charitable giving during the holiday season, the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is in full swing! The CFC is an annual charity drive that brings together federal employees, retirees, and govern...
November 17, 2023
Next union negotiated raises will be in paychecks dated December 8, 2023
APWU-represented career postal employees will receive a union-won general wage increase (GWI) equal to 1.3 percent of base pay, effective Nov. 18. Non-career APWU-represented employees will receive an additional 1 percen...
November 17, 2023
Update on Management’s Network Modernization Plans: APWU Takes a Series of Actions
While still in its early stages, postal management is aggressively proceeding with their “network modernization” plans.
November 16, 2023
2024 Leave Calendar and Leave Chart Available
The 2024 APWU Leave Calendar and Leave Chart are now available on the APWU website under Frequently Requested Resources.
November 15, 2023
All Craft Conference Report – MVS 2023
MVS Director Michael Foster addresses the resolved issues at the MVS General Session at the APWU All-Craft, including the Postal Vehicle Operator Pilot and Level 8 Pay Anomaly.
November 15, 2023
APWU Retirees Still Fighting for Justice
Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor provides updates on the 2024 COLA for retirees, and summarizes the Retirees Conference that took place at the APWU All-Craft.
November 15, 2023
Assistance for Family Caregivers of Veterans
Research & Education Director Joyce B. Robinson shares eligibility requirements for those interested in the U.S. Department of Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.
November 15, 2023
Bringing Faith and Hope to Our Union
The Young Members Conference, the All-Craft Conference, and Auxiliary and Retirees Conference brought faith and hope to our union!