We've had some important victories in making our union more active and democratic. Due to our efforts, Local 12 has:
Increased our stewards from two to seven, increasing the number of people available to help manage grievances and other union affairs
Pressed the e-Board to appoint Agency Vice Presidents, going from zero to three AVPs, which increased representation of our offices and divisions on the e-Board
Got bimonthly agency meetings to resume for the first time since 2021
Secured the democratic election of budget, audit, and election committees, increasing member participation in key union processes
Secured financial transparency for members by successfully lobbying the e-Board to show members Local 12’s budget and finances and to give monthly expenditure reports at monthly meetings
We have also led efforts to empower Local 12's members by:
Distributing know-your-rights fliers with information about RIFs, MSPB appeal rights, and more during the height of RIF fears in 2025
Holding brown bag lunches to educate members about their rights as federal employees
Informing members of how AFGE functions, what delegates do, and more