Stepping Into a New Role this Spring? Learn the Legal Rights of Union Representatives
Many UAW locals are holding elections for officers and stewards this April, May and June. If you’re considering running for steward, committeeperson, or any other grievance-handling role, now is the time to familiarize yourself with the rights and responsibilities of union representatives.
Last Chance to Pass Convention Amendments and Resolutions
Monday, May 4, is the deadline for locals to send amendments and resolutions to be considered at the 39th UAW Constitutional Convention June 15-18. This means your local’s April membership meeting is likely your last opportunity to vote on priorities you’d like to see instituted.
Support Striking UAW Members at Lorain County Job & Family Services
UAW Local 2192 members have entered their fourth week on strike as County Commissioners continue to stall at the bargaining table.
Chip in to help fuel their fight. Donations will be given to Local 2192 in the form of Meijer gift cards for striking UAW members.
5 Tips to Win Your Union Election
These tips will help you build a winning campaign in your local union, whether you’re running for Convention Delegate, Executive Board, or a grievance handling role.
How to Prepare for Your Next Contract Fight
UAW members have achieved recent contract victories through shaping bargaining demands, mobilizing their coworkers, and taking collective action. Members who helped build contract campaigns at Daimler Truck in North Carolina, Electric Boat in Connecticut, and Volkswagen in Tennessee share what it took to win.
Will the Next Generation of Retirees Remain UAW Members?
Retired membership status allows UAW members to remain part of our union beyond our working years. How can we ensure retired workers who aren’t eligible for a defined-benefit pension can be included?
What Will Be Discussed at the UAW Constitutional Convention?
Leading up to the Constitutional Convention, members can propose changes to the UAW Constitution through amendments and set priorities for our union through resolutions. Here’s how it works.
The Call is Out for the 2026 UAW Constitutional Convention
The Call Letter for the 39th UAW Constitutional Convention has gone out to UAW locals across the country, which means Convention Delegate elections are near! Here are the key details from the call letter.
FAQ: Running for UAW Convention Delegate
The 39th UAW Constitutional Convention is this June in Detroit, Michigan. The Convention is an opportunity for elected delegates from all UAW locals to propose changes to the UAW Constitution and set priorities for our union for the next four years. Learn how to become a delegate to represent your local membership.
Is “One Member, One Vote” Guaranteed for Future UAW Elections?
In 2021, UAW members voted overwhelmingly to adopt “one member, one vote” direct elections for International Executive Board (IEB) officers. Direct voting is ensured for this year’s elections, but it’s not yet permanently protected in our Constitution.
Reformers Launch UAW Member Action to Carry On the Work of Transforming the UAW
UAW Member Action is a new, union-wide network of members supporting each other to stand up to employers, grow as activists and organizers, and carry on the transformation of our union at every level.