About the Human Relations Department
There’s more to being a progressive union than achieving and enforcing a contract — and that’s where the Human Relations Department comes in. Our programs and benefits inspire members to participate in the union and give them a sense of inclusion, contribution, and ownership.

Latest News
January 30, 2023
Department of Labor Announces New FECA Procedures for COVID-19 Cases
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) expired on January 27. The APWU has opposed the expiration of those...
January 13, 2023
Dr. King’s Legacy of Peaceful Direct Action is a Model for Us Today
Thanks to a many-year struggle that culminated in the successful 1984-1987 union contract, APWU members have the right...
November 7, 2022
Human Relations Rolls Out Regional Resource Assistant Training Program for OWCP
Thanks to you, the membership, for electing me to the position of Human Relations Director. I am honored and humbled by...
September 10, 2022
Human Relations Department Moving Forward
The 26th Biennial Convention was very inspiring and it was a pleasure to see all of those who came out to exercise...