News Articles
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.
'Vote No on Prop 11’ Drive Heats Up
California’s first responders are working hard to spread the word about a dangerous initiative that will show up on their state’s ballot Nov. 6.
Flipping for Fiestaware
Local 419M members create classic, colorful china.
Releases / Advisories
DowDuPont Workers Unite Globally Amid Corporate Restructuring
Union leaders representing thousands of workers employed at DowDuPont companies from the United States and around the globe met last week in Pittsburgh to discuss common issues and pledge unity.
USW Reaches Tentative Agreement with U.S. Steel
Members Preparing to Vote on New Contract Covering 16,000 Workers.
USW Members Vote to Ratify Four-Year Contract with Cliffs
Agreement Raises Wages for Workers at Michigan, Minnesota Iron Ore Mines
Publications
USW@Work: Volume 13, Issue 3
In this issue: updates from Steel, Paper and Oil Bargaining, a highlight of Local Union 419M whose members make Fiestaware; a recap of the 2018 Rapid Response Conference; an update on the lockout of Local Unions 12012 and 12003 at National Grid; and more.
SOAR in Action - Summer 2018
In this issue: A recap of SOAR's participation in the 2018 Rapid Response Conference; messages from the President and Director; latest actions happening in the chapters; news from Washington and Canada; a message from the Alliance for Retired Americans.
USW@Work: Volume 13, Issue 2
In this issue: Highlight of worker-made, worker-owned Maryland Brush Co.; Installation of Officers; how a Wisconsin paper mill is coming back to life with assistance from the USW; Local Union 8888 celebrates 40 years; and more.
The Oilworker: Issue 42
In this issue: a message from the NOBP Chair; USW will present ExxonMobil with proposal at shareholders meeting; and how oil workers are pressing for changes to renewable fuel standards in Washington D.C.;
SOAR in Action - Spring 2018
The Oilworker, Issue 41
In this issue: a message from the NOPB Chair; how oil workers are rallying to save Philadelphia refineries; standing in solidarity with Australian oil workers; and a highlight of local 10-234 being honored with health and safety award.
USW@Work: Volume 13, Issue 1
In this issue: Our new campaign to ensure continued growth and sustainability of mining in Minnesota; highlighting local union 1-00377 who make buns and muffins in Ohio; and updates on our trade and bargaining.