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Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Lead Green Initiatives

Early on the third day of the APWU All Craft Conference, APWU Executive Vice President Debby Szeredy hosted a climate justice session for APWU members who are interested in addressing climate change at their postal installations and in their communities. Szeredy opened the meeting by encouraging attendees to talk to members at their locals and […] The post Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Lead Green Initiatives appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Led Green Initiatives

Early on the third day of the APWU All Craft Conference, APWU Executive Vice President Debby Szeredy hosted a climate justice session for APWU members interested in addressing climate change at their postal installations and in their communities. Szeredy opened the meeting by encouraging attendees to talk to members at their locals and state union […] The post Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Led Green Initiatives appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Jonathan Smith Elected APWU National President

Jonathan Smith (New York Metro Area Postal Union) was elected as APWU National President in the APWU Election of National Officers as votes were tallied on Oct. 7. Debby Szeredy was reelected as Executive Vice President, Tony D. McKinnon, Sr. (North Carolina State APWU) was elected Southern Region Coordinator, and Kimberly A. Maurer (Twin Cities […] The post Jonathan Smith Elected APWU National President appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Kyle Carroll Appointed Air Transport Territory Special Representative

IAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Kyle Carroll as a Special Representative to the IAM Air Transport Territory, effective Oct. 1, 2025. With an extensive background in the airline industry and a deep commitment to growing the labor movement through organizing, Carroll brings a wealth of experience to his new role. “Kyle represents the The post Kyle Carroll Appointed Air Transport Territory Special Representative appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Second Day of the APWU All Craft Wraps

The second day of the APWU All Craft Conference started early with a presentation about Private Sector Organizing, including a presentation from Amazon worker Laurie Masterson, who is currently organizing a union in a Bellingham, MA, Amazon facility. The Maintenance Division held regional breakouts for delegates to address issues specific to their region and strategize […] The post Second Day of the APWU All Craft Wraps appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Private Sector Presentation Met with Warm Welcome, Overwhelming Solidarity

On Tuesday at 8:00 a.m., the Private Sector Organizing team hosted a presentation to highlight the importance of organizing efforts for postal workers and Amazon workers fighting to form a union. The panel featured Amazon worker Laurie Masterson, sharing her own experiences fighting the trillion-dollar corporation’s aggressive anti-union campaign. APWU lead field organizer Rich Shelley […] The post Private Sector Presentation Met with Warm Welcome, Overwhelming Solidarity appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union Condemns Trump Administration for Threat to Withhold Backpay from Federal Workers

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) released the following statement: “The IAM Union stands with every federal employee and federal contractor who has been forced to endure furloughs because of political brinkmanship. The reported threat by the Trump Administration to withhold The post IAM Union Condemns Trump Administration for Threat to Withhold Backpay from Federal Workers appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Government Shutdown: Share Your Story

The federal government remains shut down, and your Union wants to hear how this shutdown is directly or indirectly affecting members by sharing their experiences. Thousands of IAM Union and NFFE-IAM members work for federal agencies, federal contractors, or in industries heavily reliant on federally funded projects. A government shutdown means missed paychecks, halted contracts, The post Government Shutdown: Share Your Story appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Independent Expert Board Finds Mexico Failing to Honor Labor Obligations Under USMCA Trade Agreement

For the first time, the Independent Mexico Labor Expert Board (IMLEB), has found that Mexico has failed to live up to its labor obligations under the c (USMCA). IMLEB is a body created by the US Congress under the USMCA to monitor and report on Mexico’s implementation and enforcement of necessary labor reforms. In its […] The post Independent Expert Board Finds Mexico Failing to Honor Labor Obligations Under USMCA Trade Agreement appeared first on UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America.Continue reading→

IAM District 6 Members Support Homeless Veterans in Des Moines

After last year’s District 6 HELPS backpack drive for Homeless Veterans Stand Down, IAM members expanded their commitment in 2025 by making the Des Moines Stand Down an official District HELPS event. IAM Locals across the District donated funds, with District 6 matching the contributions, for a total of $1,150 in support, along with donated The post IAM District 6 Members Support Homeless Veterans in Des Moines appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Southern States Join Together to Build Legislative and Political Power

The proud IAM members of the Southern Territory gathered for the Southern States Conference in Biloxi, Miss. to strategize together for the defense and growth of the union and worker power in the South. IAM Southern Territory General Vice President Craig Martin reminded delegates of why political activism and coming together with legislative allies is The post IAM Southern States Join Together to Build Legislative and Political Power appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Coalition of Black Trade Unionists Highlights Federal Workers Under Siege

The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) Region II, which represents the Mid-Atlantic, recently held its conference in the Washington, D.C. area. The hot topic was how struggling federal workers are coping under the current government shutdown and staffing cuts.   The post Coalition of Black Trade Unionists Highlights Federal Workers Under Siege appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

APWU 2025 All Craft Conference Begins

On Monday, Oct. 6, the APWU 2025 All-Craft Conference began. The Clerk, Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Service, and Support Services Divisions of the APWU came together in Las Vegas to discuss important updates and train members on how to best support and uplift their coworkers and postal services. Maintenance Division Opens with a General Session for […] The post APWU 2025 All Craft Conference Begins appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Legislative Conference Prepares Members to “Fight for Our Future”

The APWU Legislative and Political Department hosted a Legislative Conference, which took place on Sunday, Oct. 5. Attendees engaged in educational workshops, before moving to regional breakouts, and then culminating with a general session and panel. Delegates attended workshops on a variety of subjects including, Understanding the Hatch Act; Holding Your Representatives Accountable with Legislative […] The post Legislative Conference Prepares Members to “Fight for Our Future” appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

APWU Calls for Action to End the Government Shutdown

The American Postal Workers Union is calling on members and allies to take action as the government shutdown drags on, leaving hundreds of thousands of federal workers without pay and millions of Americans at risk of losing vital public services. While postal workers are not impacted, many of our union siblings across the federal workforce […] The post APWU Calls for Action to End the Government Shutdown appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union Western Territory General Vice President Martinez Congratulates Adelita Grijalva’s Election Victory; Calls For Her to Be Immediately Seated in Congress

PHOENIX, Ariz., Oct. 1, 2025 – IAM Union Western Territory General Vice President Robert “Bobby” Martinez issued the following statement congratulating Adelita Grijalva, who was endorsed by the IAM Union’s Arizona State Council, on her victory in the general election for Arizona’s 7th Congressional District while also calling for her to be seated immediately in Congress: The post IAM Union Western Territory General Vice President Martinez Congratulates Adelita Grijalva’s Election Victory; Calls For Her to Be Immediately Seated in Congress appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

APWU Young Members’ Conference Convenes

Young member delegates of the APWU gathered on Oct. 3 for the second biennial Young Members Conference, kicking off the 2025 All-Craft Conference events in Las Vegas, NV. Under the theme “Fighting for Our Future” the Young Members Committee (YMC) organized and directed the conference for APWU members who are under the age of 35. […] The post APWU Young Members’ Conference Convenes appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Secretary-Treasurers’ Training Opens 2025 All-Craft Conference

On Friday, October 3, Secretary-Treasurers from across the country convened at the Horseshoe Hotel in Las Vegas, NV to kick off day one of the three-day Secretary-Treasurers Training ahead of the 2025  All-Craft Conference. APWU President Mark Dimondstein and APWU National Secretary-Treasurer Elizabeth “Liz” Powell brought greetings and addressed the delegation. Dimondstein thanked attendees for […] The post Secretary-Treasurers’ Training Opens 2025 All-Craft Conference appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Exhibit Hall Opens for APWU All-Craft Conference

On October 4, 2025, the APWU All-Craft Conference exhibit hall opened for registrants to visit and engage with APWU vendors and campaigns.   At midday, a secret exhibit was uncovered to show a unique display: a tribute to retiring APWU President Mark Dimondstein. The exhibit featured photographs and video from the President’s 12-year tenure at […] The post Exhibit Hall Opens for APWU All-Craft Conference appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→