The American Postal Workers Union - APWU

The APWU is aware of the Postal Service’s actions announced this morning related to temporarily suspending USPS’s contributions to the FERS retirement system. apwu.org/news/apwu-stat…

APWU-Represented Employees Covered by the National Agreement Receive Retroactive Payments April 10 apwu.org/news/apwu-repr…

The APWU has launched an interactive website designed to expand access to the APWU History Center, which opened in 2023 at the APWU Headquarters Building. Explore the union’s history, learn how our struggles of the past shaped today: visit historycenter.apwu.org today!

The headlines are frantic – the Postal Service is in jeopardy and could fail within a year. And now a new Executive Order on Vote-by-Mail is causing more concern. But what’s really going on? APWU is holding a livestream April 14 at 7PM ET to answer your questions about the financial condition of the Postal Service. RSVP at apwu.org/live

Is the USPS broke, or is there hope? Join APWU President Jonathan Smith for a livestream on April 14 at 7pm ET/4pm PT discussing USPS finances and the future of our public Postal Service. Read more: apwu.org/news/is-the-us…

Generations of workers have struggled to win dignity and respect, safe working conditions, decent pay, racial equality, and union rights, including the right to collective bargaining – yet the struggle continues… APWU recently unveiled a digital history center - a website where you can interact with our storied past. Check it out: historycenter.apwu.org

"You want to politicize the vote by mail, but it's not a Republican issue. It's not a democratic issue. It's an American issue. We want everybody, no matter who you support, what side of the aisle you are to have an opportunity to participate in the process." APWU President Jonathan Smith sat down with the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the "pseudo-privatization" strategies threatening our public Postal Service. Listen in full: podbean.com/media/share/pb…

As the end Women's History Month approaches, we want to once again honor all of our APWU Women National Officers for their commitment to this great union. #womenshistorymonth

The APWU encourages members to attend local actions on Sat. March 28 to show greedy billionaires that the power belongs to the people. Stand with us and show your support for the public Postal Service and declare that vote-by-mail is safe and reliable. Find an event near you at mobilize.us/nokings #NoKings ❌👑

Article 1.5 Clerk Craft Jobs MOU Interim National Arbitration Award Announced. Read more: apwu.org/news/article-1…

Article 1.5 Clerk Craft Jobs MOU Interim National Arbitration Award apwu.org/news/article-1…

56 years ago, postal workers walked out on the job for better wages, benefits and working conditions. In light of the recent attacks on the USPS, we remain firm in our commitment to fulfill our universal service obligation, protect vote by mail, and provide an affordable service to millions across the U.S. Hear stories from those who were there: youtube.com/live/HKqJ6vEim…

The APWU Exec Board voted to support No Kings Day. The APWU encourages members to attend local actions and show support for our public Postal Service, make it clear that the U.S. Mail Is Not for Sale, and Vote-by-Mail is safe, reliable, and accessible. ❌👑#NoKings Read more: apwu.org/news/apwu-nati…

The voter ID and mail-in voting restrictions proposed in the SAVE America Act would produce significant obstacles to voting for millions of eligible voters, creating a serious threat to our democracy. Dial 844-402-1001 and urge your senators to vote 'NO' on the SAVE America Act!

Postmaster General David Steiner testified before Congress yesterday on the USPS's financial future. His testimony underscored the USPS's financial difficulties and potential reforms to avert a crisis and ensure continuity of service. Read APWU President Jonathan Smith's response: apwu.org/news/house-sub…

APWU Celebrates our Women National Officers #womenshistorymonth

Career employees at the Postal Service have access to federal retirement benefits, but many times they often fail to maximize one of our most valuable perks: “free” money through employer-matching contributions. apwu.org/news/important…

The SAVE America Act is a voter suppression scam targeting working people who don’t have the time or money to get a passport or stand in a DMV-style line to chase down their documents. Make your voice heard. Tell your senators: stop the SAVE America Act! act.aflcio.org/call_campaigns…

The Postal Service’s financial struggles are not simply a result of declining mail volumes in the digital age. This article explains the myths behind the Postal Service's financial woes and the need for financial reform. apwu.org/news/postal-se…