The American Postal Workers Union

Understanding Tariff Changes: Impact on Mail Volume | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) International mail volume into the United States collapsed by 80% on Aug. 29 when the Trump…

Imposed tariffs keep millions of packages from reaching American small businesses, working families, and those who rely on home delivery each day.

Setting the Record Straight on Safety, Security of Vote-by-Mail | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) The current administration, and some in Congress, have started to sow doubt about the legitimacy of…

We set the record straight on the safety and security of Vote-by-Mail:

Canadian Union of Postal Workers Strike for Contract | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) The Canada Post labor dispute over a good contract continues, with postal workers shifting to a…

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has initiated a rotating strike in the fight for a fair contract. Just like us, CUPW is determined to preserve good, public postal services and good union jobs for the workers who provide them.

From Bellingham to Las Vegas: Unity Is Strength | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) We write this A Grand Alliance column from Las Vegas, where APWU members came together at the…

A Grand Alliance interviewed Laurie Masterson, an Amazon worker in Bellingham, MA, who shared anti-union tactics the giant corporation takes to intimidate those who wish to organize.

Send Messages of Solidarity to Our Palesinian Union Family On Sept. 30, our union family in the Palestinian Postal Service Workers Union (PPSWU) sent a message asking for support and solidarity in the months ahead. Facing the genocide in Gaza and further…

On Sept. 30, our union family in the Palestinian Postal Service Workers Union (PPSWU) sent a message asking for support and solidarity in the months ahead. View their letter and leave a message in solidarity:

Our Labor History: Eugene Debs - A Leader for Working People | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) November 5, 1855: American trade unionist, social and economic political activist, and cofounding…

This month in Labor History, we share the story of Eugene V. Debs, an American trade unionist, social and economic political activist, and cofounding member of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW).

APWU's Milwaukee Area Local hangs up the proclamations they secured to honor the 250th anniversary of the Postal Service. Read more about #USPS250 at apwu.org/250

Celebrating 250 Years: Milwaukee Honors the Postal Service | American Postal Workers Union Milwaukee Area Local leaders Glenn Griggs, Larry Brown Jr., and Chris Czubakowski heeded APWU National’s call to secure proclamations honoring the U.S. Postal Service’s 250th anniversary and found…

Read more about the APWU members who made it happen at apwu.org/news/celebra...

Milwaukee, WI honors #USPS250 with a city and county proclamation.

APWU POWER Convention Donates a Whopping $31,036 to COPA | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) “APWU POWER: Fighting for Our Future!” was the theme that kicked off the Post Office Women for Equal…

Research & Education Director Joyce Robinson provides a summary of the APWU Post Office Women for Equal Rights (POWER) 22nd Biennial National Convention that took place in New York, NY in August.

A Tribute to Yolanda "Yoggi" Riley (July 1946-August 2025) | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) Yoggi Riley was a leader, mentor, and fighter on behalf of postal workers for almost 60 years. In…

Retirees Director Nancy Olumekor remembers the life and legacy of Yolanda "Yoggi" Riley, a longtime APWU member and union activist who career spanned nearly 60 years.

‘Supporting the Fighters, Admiring the Survivors, Honoring the Taken, Never Giving Up Hope.’ | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) Since 1993, American Cancer Society (ACS) Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events have has…

APWU Health Plan Director Sarah Jane Rodriguez highlights the APWU Health Plan's partnership with the American Cancer Society to spread awareness about the detection and treatment of breast cancer.

Congratulations to the Members of the Broward County Area Local who are celebrating the signing of a proclamation by Pompano Beach, FL Mayor Rex Hardin!

Pompano Beach Florida Issues Proclamation Honoring Public Mission of US Postal Service | American Postal Workers Union Broward County Area Local has secured another proclamation in the APWU’s Proclamation Campaign! This one is signed by Rex Hardin, the mayor of the City of Pompano Beach, FL, celebrating the 250th…

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We are proud to share that the Broward County Area Local has secured a proclamation from Pompano Beach, FL - Celebrating the #USPS250 milestone and honoring the public mission of the Postal Service.

Organizing at the End of the Year | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our organizing efforts and…

Organization Director Anna Smith reflects on successful organizing efforts of the past year, and sets sights on 2026 organizing goals.

Reflecting on 2025 | American Postal Workers Union (This article appeared in the November/December 2025 issue of The American Postal Worker magazine) As we close out the year, the Human Relations Department reflects on a year of growth, education,…

Human Relations Director Daleo Freeman reflects on the department's achievements over the past year, including various trainings and support programs.

Fighting for Our Future! | American Postal Workers Union Fourth Biennial Legislative Conference Convenes The APWU Legislative and Political Department held its national Legislative Conference on Oct. 5 in Las Vegas, NV. With the constant attacks on working…

Legislative & Political Director Judy Beard provides a summary of the Legislative & Political Conference that took place ahead of the 2025 APWU All-Craft Conference in Las Vegas. apwu.org/news/fightin...

In his last column as Support Services Director, Arrion Brown shares a summary of the Support Services Conference which took place in Las Vegas at the 2025 APWU All-Craft Conference.

PPWU Support Services Director George Jendrey stands with Dupont, PA Mayor Elaine Lello as they display the proclamation signed on Oct. 14 on behalf of the town, honoring #USPS250 and supporting postal workers across the country!

MVS Director Michael Foster provides a summary of the Motor Vehicle Service Craft Conference which took place in Las Vegas at the 2025 APWU All-Craft Conference.

Dupont Pennsylvania Signs Proclamation Honoring USPS 250 | American Postal Workers Union The Pennsylvania Postal Workers Union (PPWU) is one of the latest APWU offices to announce that they have procured a signed proclamation. Mayor Elaine Lello, from the Borough of Dupont, PA, signed…

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The Pennsylvania Postal Workers Union is one of the latest to announce that they have procured a signed a proclamation honoring #USPS250! PPWU Support Services Director George Jendrey worked with Dupont, PA Mayor Elaine Lello, to get a proclamation signed honoring the public mission of the USPS!

Maintenance Craft Director Idowu Balogun provides a recap of the Maintenance Craft Conference held in Las Vegas during the 2025 APWU All-Craft Conference in October.

Clerk Craft Director Lamont Brooks discusses the historic settlement reached on Time and Attendance Collection System (TACS) duties, signaling a finality to what has been a persistent issue for the Clerk Division.

APWU Northeast Regional Coordinator Tiffany Foster wishes members a happy holiday season, and looks ahead to the future of APWU after an enlivening Young Members Conference. Finally, she reminds us of the need to keep fighting for justice and workplace rights.

Many new terms of the 2024-2027 APWU contract are being implemented this month and next. IRD Charlie Cash goes over in detail when and what to expect regarding adjustments to APWU-represented workers’ pay.

For locals planning holiday celebrations for members, it is natural to consider giving gift cards out as door prizes. But Sec-Treasurer Liz Powell reminds local sec-treasurers to consider a few key questions before going this route. apwu.org/news/spendin...

APWU Vice President Debby Szeredy reiterates the importance of postal workers and a public Postal Service for communities in her latest column for the American Postal Worker magazine. apwu.org/news/deliver...

Onward Postal Workers! Forward APWU! For his final column as APWU President, Mark Dimondstein reflects on his time leading the postal workers’ union. Read his last thoughts here:

For his final column as APWU President, Mark Dimondstein reflects on his time leading the postal workers’ union. Read his last thoughts here: