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News Article | July 21, 2023

Human Relations Educational Assembly Educates, Engages, and Empowers

The Human Relations Department held its Educational Assembly in Baltimore, MD, June 13-15, meeting in person for the first time since 2017. Human Relations Director Daleo Freeman opened the conference with greetings and remarks, explaining the purpose that gathered everyone there.

News Article | July 18, 2023

APWU Health Plan Team Volunteers for Sick Children

I would like to commend the APWU Health Plan team for their outstanding volunteer work at the Ronald McDonald House in Baltimore, MD. On May 27, the volunteers spent the day baking for families who are staying at the house. Their hard work and dedication make a real difference in the lives of these...

News Article | July 18, 2023

Still Marching and Fighting for Jobs, Justice and Freedom

This summer marks several anniversaries for APWU retirees as union and community activists. The U. S. Postal System was created on July 26, 1775. In August 1935, Social Security was created, then in July 1965 Medicare became law. In August 1963, hundreds of thousands of people participated in the Pe...

News Article | July 18, 2023

The Work of the Human Relations Department

The work and goals of the Human Relations Department embody the principles of our APWU Constitution: “We believe all members of labor have the right to economic, political and social justice.” Through our programs, we strive to equip all members in an equitable manner under the APWU Constitution’s g...

News Article | July 18, 2023

Just What is APWU POWER?

The American Postal Workers Union Post Office Women for Equal Rights (APWU POWER), the women’s committee within the APWU, was founded in St. Louis, MO on April 28, 1979 and was incorporated into the APWU’s National Constitution in Detroit, Michigan in August 1980. APWU POWER’s Steering Committee con...

News Article | July 17, 2023

The Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act and Managing Local Funds!

The Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act’s (LMRDA’s) regulations are designed to protect the members and union funds. The financial reports provide transparency regarding the finances of the union; the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) reports maintain the union’s nonprofit status; elections...

News Article | July 17, 2023

Protecting Our Communities Worldwide

The 118th Congress is taking up a “Sense of the House” Resolution (HRes 277) calling on the Postal Service to restore Service Standards to July 1, 2012. While a House Resolution is not binding, nor law, the APWU fully supports its passage.

News Article | July 17, 2023

Work on Our Next Union Contract Begins

While we there are many things changing in our work lives due to the Postmaster General’s 10-year plan, one thing has not changed: The importance of having a collective bargaining agreement (CBA or “contract”). The APWU negotiated a good 2021-2024 contract. Though, at least for me, it seems like we...

News Article | July 17, 2023

A Case for the Shorter Workweek

President Dimondstein provides a case for a 4-day, 32-hour work week with no loss in pay.

News Article | July 12, 2023

Current Legislative Priorities in the 118th Congress

With the 118th Congress in full swing, it is important that we update you on some of our legislative priorities this session. While this list is not exhaustive, it highlights what we are currently fighting for on Capitol Hill to improve the lives of our members and the working class.

News Article | June 15, 2023

Network Modernization and Our Job Security Protections

An overview of job security protection amid network modernization.

News Article | June 7, 2023

Looking Back on Labor History: Postal Banking, Operation Dixie, & the Eight-Hour Work Day

Looking Back on Labor History: Postal Banking, Operation Dixie, & the Eight-Hour Work Day

News Article | June 5, 2023

APWU Opens History Center

The APWU is proud to announce the opening of the APWU History Center, “The Struggle Continues,” to recognize and share the history of postal workers and our union, highlighting postal workers’ courage, unity, and collective action! 

News Article | May 24, 2023

PS Form 4533 MVS Schedule Still in Effect

The Postal Service provided instructions to field Postal Vehicle Service (PVS) management, which stated that every driver should receive a Form 4533 daily, and that every driver placed in a schedule/route/run is expected to receive a Form 4533.”

News Article | May 24, 2023

Shared Community Toolbox, Another Bad Idea!

The Postal Service has now chosen to disrupt and inconvenience the work lives of our mechanics and technicians with a new Community Toolbox Pod initiative.