News Articles
President Conway Talks Worker Activism on the Leslie Marshall Show
USW International President Tom Conway appeared on the Leslie Marshall Show this week to discuss how workers are leading the way on a host of challenges, from economic inequality to trade policy. Click to read highlights and listen to the interview...
USW Makes Huge Strides in Eliminating Two-Tier Wage Systems
We're extremely proud of the folks at the bargaining table who were able to negotiate these wins, a large portion of the credit goes to our Next Gen activists who have been at the forefront of prioritizing and driving this issue.
Local 8599 and 675 members sow seeds of community in honor of Cesar Chavez
Members of Locals 8599 and Local 675 in Southern California, along with the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA), planted and cared for a community garden last weekend in honor of Cesar Chavez Day of Service.
Foster: Unions Can Help Break Barriers for Women in Manufacturing
A recent report from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research and the AFL-CIO Industrial Union Council shows many women are thriving in manufacturing, but practices need to change for manufacturing to attract and retain a diverse set of women.
AEWC Members Flag Recruitment and Training Challenges at Spring Meeting
The Atomic Energy Workers Council held its biannual meeting in March, broaching the topics of recruitment and training at atomic worksites across the country, as well as federal funding opportunities that may help address these concerns.
Releases / Advisories
USW Welcomes Repeal of Michigan’s Anti-Worker RTW Laws
This victory, correcting a grave injustice to working families, occurred only because union members helped elect Democratic, pro-worker majorities to the House and Senate last fall. Click to continue reading...
Minnesota Bobcat Employees Vote to Join United Steelworkers
Workers at Bobcat’s Rogers, Minnesota production facility have voted to join our union. More...
USW International President Tom Conway Appointed to Key Trade Panel
International President Tom Conway has been appointed to the White House’s Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations (ACTPN). ACTPN provide guidance during negotiations for new trade agreements and help monitor trade pacts already in place.
Publications
USW@Work: Volume 18, Issue 1
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USW@Work: Volume 17, Issue 2
In this issue: how Local 1155L keeps America rolling with their USW-made tires, highlights from the installation of officers for our International Executive Board, details from the contract ratification vote at Local 8888, and more...
USW@Work: Volume 17, Issue 1
In this issue: how the new infrastructure law will benefit USW members, the story of USW Local 40 fighting for a fair contract, details of the new master agreement at Domtar, and more...
USW@Work: Volume 16, Issue 4
In this issue: We Supply America bus tour highlights, how faculty at the University of Pittsburgh won their union, details on a new partnership that will transform Sparrows Point into a facility to support the offshore wind energy industry.
USW@Work: Volume 17, Issue 4
In this issue: A recap of the 2022 Constitutional Convention, highlights from major bargaining wins, a look at the work USW Local 5000 members do on the Great Lakes, and more!
USW@Work: Volume 16, Issue 3
In this issue: Ohio pipe mill illustrates the need for major infrastructure bill; victory at ATI; USW members set bargaining and safety agenda; COVID hit our healthcare workers the hardest; and more.
USW@Work: Volume 17, Issue 3
In this issue: highlighting the work of USW Local 1327 who work for Domtar in Arkansas, how public school bus drivers in Michigan fought back against privatization efforts, USW celebrates 80 years, and more...
USW@Work: Volume 16, Issue 2
In this issue: USW cement workers key part of infrastructure push; ATI forces 1,300 workers to picket line; PRO Act would rebuild labor movement; University of Pittsburgh organizing campaigns pushing forward; and more.