District 9 News
BASF Locals Discuss Plant Issues at Annual Council Meeting
BASF locals shared information, strategies and solidarity at their annual council meeting Aug. 1-2 in Geismer, La. Local 13-620 represents the workers at BASF’s Geismer plant and Unit Chair Doug Watts hosted the meeting.
Health Care Steering Committee Charts Future Course
Last week, the the steering committee for the Health Care Workers Council convened in Pittsburgh to evaluate their progress since their last meeting and to make a strategic plan for moving forward.
Final Day of the International Women's Conference
Click here for highlights from the final day of the USW's International Women's Conference.
Highlights from Day Two of the 2018 International Women's Conference
Click the heading to read more about the keynote speakers, including USW International President Leo W. Gerard and many international guests, and the engaging and powerful panel discussions lead by Women of Steel activists from across our union.
More than 1,200 Women of Steel Answer the Call
On day one of the USW International Women's Conference, WOS coordinators for each of the 13 USW Districts introduced their delegations with a brief history of their leadership, sector statistics, and passionate chants that nearly shook the chandeliers.
2018 International Women's Conference Delegate Bios
Click to learn more about our some of our stellar sisters who are attending the 2018 International Women's Conference in Toronto, Ontario.
District 9 Hosts Rubber and Plastics Industry Council
Delegates and USW staff from across North America attended the 7th annual Rubber and Plastics Industry Council conference in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
USW fights for "Freedom to Negotiate" Act, end to firings in organizing drives
Imagine having your livelihood ruined just because you wanted to have a union at work. That's what happened to Mario Smith, and why we're fighting for him and others who want the freedom to organize for better lives. Click here for more.
USW Oil Workers Approve National Oil Bargaining Program Policy
More than 375 United Steelworkers (USW) delegates attending the National Oil Bargaining Program (NOBP) conference approved policy for the 2019 national pattern agreement.
SOAR Members Join Fight for Fairness in Steel Industry
SOAR members from across the United States stood side by side with thousands of their USW brothers and sisters rallying for a fair contract at U.S. Steel and ArcelorMittal.
Kavanaugh's track record is not good for workers
Click to learn more about Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh’s track record on worker issues
USW Members Vote Overwhelmingly to Authorize Strike at U.S. Steel
Thousands of Workers Stand Up to Profitable Steelmaker’s Concessionary Demands
Why You Should Care About the Supreme Court Nominations
Need a reason to pay attention to the Supreme Court? Here are five.
Thousands of Steelworkers Rally Across Nation for Fair Treatment
Contracts with Two Companies Covering 31,000 Set to Expire Sept. 1
Steelworkers to Rally Across Nation as Contract Expiration Approaches
Thousands of members of the USW are planning a nationwide day of action on Thursday, Aug. 30, calling for fair treatment as their collective bargaining agreements with ArcelorMittal and U.S. Steel are set to expire on Sept. 1.