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The United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union, commonly known as the United Steelworkers (USW), is a general trade union with members across North America. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, the United Steelworkers represents workers in Canada, the Caribbean, and the United States. The United Steelworkers represent workers in a diverse range of industries, including primary and fabricated metals, paper, chemicals, glass, rubber, heavy-duty conveyor belting, tires, transportation, utilities, container industries, pharmaceuticals, call centers and health care. Source
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
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Search ArticlesRapid Response Action Call: Where the Rubber Meets the Road: Fighting to Preserve Our Domestic Tire Industry
For generations, tire plants have provided good, family-supporting jobs, and helped build strong communities across our country. But those jobs, our members’ jobs, are disappearing at an alarming rate. Domestic tire production has declined roughly 40 percent since 2000, while imports have taken an increasing share of the U.S. market. In just the past two years, announced plant closures and job cuts have cost, or will cost, more than 6,000 USW members their jobs.
USW: U.S.-Canada Trade Conflict Hurts Workers
CONTACT: Clairandrée Cauchy, , 514-774-4001; Jess Kamm Broomell, , 412-562-2444 MONTREAL – United Steelworkers (USW) International President Roxanne Brown today called on U.S. and Canadian trade representatives to return to the table to hammer out an agreement that prioritizes working families. At a press event attended by USW leaders from both Canada and the United States, she said that in this trade dispute, as in far too many conflicts, it is workers who ultimately pay the price.
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Steward Saturday: Rights, Roles, and Responsibilities of Union Stewards
This class will cover the basic duties and roles of Union Stewards.
Building and Mobilizing Solidarity though Local Socials
Planning a local social means designing a clear budget, choosing a shift friendly time, securing a venue, and promoting the event. Using solidarity will mobilize your union family to maximize member turnout and engagement.
Steward Saturday: Grievance Handling
This class will provide an overview of grievance handling, including writing grievances and developing grievance files.
Next Gen and SOAR
Join this special installment of Teaching Tuesday as NextGen and SOAR discuss how intergeneration bargaining and learning can build your local union. We’ll also chat about why your vote matters in protecting your wins at the bargaining table.
Our Union’s Journey to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples
On the eve of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30 – a day that is honoured in Canada), Indigenous Steelworkers from both sides of the border will share their perspectives on the origins and significance of this day. We will discuss the efforts undertaken within our union to advance Indigenous rights, raise awareness, and support our ongoing commitment to truth and reconciliation.
Election Year 101: Your Union, Your Voice, Your Vote
It’s a big election year! Whether you know a little or a lot about why and how the USW engages in elections, this workshop will bring you up to speed. Join us to hear what members shared in our 2026 survey, learn how those priorities help shape our candidate endorsement process, and explore meaningful ways to get involved and make your voice heard. Get the latest information, ask questions, and find out how you can help build union power during this important election season.
USW Urges USTR to Launch 201 Tire Investigation
Contact: R.J. Hufnagel, 412-562-2450, ; Jess Kamm Broomell, 412-562-2444, Read the USW’s letter to USTR here. PITTSBURGH – The United Steelworkers union (USW) today sent a letter to United States Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer calling on him to initiate an investigation on imported tires under Section 201 of the Trade Act. Domestic tire production has declined by roughly 40 percent since 2000, the USW wrote.