Meet District 8 Civil and Human Rights Coordinator Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis is not only proud to be a union member of 45 years; he’s proud to be a social justice activist and Civil and Human Rights Coordinator. “I’ve been a Steelworker all my working life,” said Lewis.

USW leaders meet with SOEPU activists in Argentina to strengthen global solidarity

Leaders with the USW traveled to Argentina this month to attend the SOEPU (United Petrochemical Workers and Employees Union) Congress and forge relationships with chemical workers in South America.

Local 1557’s Renee Hough reflects on how the union helped her find freedom from abuse

Renee Hough has been a member of Local 1557 at U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works for 27 years. She works as a utility technician, or loader; it’s a job that Hough loves and that came along at the right time, and saved her life.

April Update from SOAR President Bill Pienta

Read the latest message from SOAR President Bill Pienta on SOAR's three-fold purposes and the USW Your Union, Your Voice campaign.

April Update from SOAR Director Julie Stein

Beginning in April, USW districts will again hold town hall meetings in locations across the United States. All USW members, retirees, and families are welcome to attend and participate in these important discussions.  

Chemical operators in Ohio vote unanimously to join the USW

Sam Howard has been a chemical operator at Detrex Corporation nine years. He and his fellow 20 workers produce high-purity hydrochloric acid, and as of February, they are also now members of the USW after a years-long campaign.

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Rapid Response Feedback Report: We Couldn't be Prouder of Our Virginia Veterans

Virginia becomes the fifth state to pass our Veterans Bill.

Rapid Response Action Call: West Virginia Unemployment benefits are Once Again Under Attack

The bill passed the House; Help us stop it in the Senate!

Rapid Response Feedback Report: We did it again! So-called Right to Work has been defeated in New Hampshire

So-called Right to Work has been defeated in New Hampshire.

Rapid Response Action Call: Keep Up the Pressure, Georgia Steelworkers

For the last few weeks, we have been diligently pressuring Georgia legislators to oppose S.B. 362, a bill that would prohibit Georgia businesses receiving state economic subsidies from voluntarily recognizing a union in their workplace.

Women of Steel Own Their Power!

The United Steelworkers (USW) know that women deserve a voice on the job and a seat at the table, and that isn’t just a catchy slogan. We firmly believe in amplifying women's voices and ensuring their representation at all levels of decision-making.

Long-term care workers in Wyoming vote to join the USW

The 40 new members work at Edgewood Healthcare Sierra Hills in a variety of positions, including Registered Nurses (RN), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), dietary aides, housekeepers, bus drivers, and more.

Planned U.S. Steel Sale Meets Anger, Skepticism: USW Vows to Fight to Make Sure Company Lives Up to Obligations

USW Vows to Fight to Make Sure Company Lives Up to Obligations

Members Ratify WestRock Contract: New Master Agreement Covers 5,500 Paperworkers in 24 States

New Master Agreement Covers 5,500 Paperworkers in 24 States

Brewing Success: USW Members Turn Out High-Quality Beer at Historic Minnesota Company

USW Members Turn Out High-Quality Beer at Historic Minnesota Company

Pride at Work hosts first-ever Labor Institute at Creating Change Conference

More than 3,500 LGBTQ+ activists convened in New Orleans on Jan. 17-21 for the annual Creating Change Conference, which held a day-long labor institute organized by Pride at Work.

Nurses Win Staffing Fight: Members Overwhelmingly Approve Contract to End Strike, Raise Standards at RWJ Hospital

Members Overwhelmingly Approve Contract to End Strike, Raise Standards at RWJ Hospital

The Power of Our Union: On the Island of Puerto Rico, USW Members are Stepping up the Fight for Workers’ Rights

On the Island of Puerto Rico, USW Members are Stepping up the Fight for Workers’ Rights

Rapid Response Action Call: It’s Time to Act. Labor Unions in Georgia Are Under Attack