AFSCME Wisconsin Local 2412

AFSCME Local 2412 is the labor union for University support staff at the UW-Madison and other nearby campuses, including UW System Administration. Not a member yet? Click here to join us today!

We have trained and experienced Union Stewards/Personal Representatives available to assist, represent, and advise you with workplace concerns and questions. Union representatives are a resource to help you navigate the Family and Medical Leave Act or the Americans with Disabilities Act, so please contact a representative of the local if you need this kind of assistance. In most cases, the Union Stewards of Local 2412 can also serve as your personal representative.

National AFSCME News

A Never Quit winner realizes his dream of honoring Native Americans
Never Quit winner Charles Smith, Jr. has fulfilled his dream of honoring Rhode Island Native American veterans. — Sep 21
U.S. Treasury Department: nation’s economy would benefit from stronger labor unions
A new report by the U.S. Treasury Department makes the case that stronger unions would benefit the overall national economy. — Sep 20
St. Charles Public Library workers in Illinois win first contract
Library workers in St. Charles, Illinois, won a first contract that ‘ticks all the boxes.’ — Sep 19
Amid tragedy, the ‘true soul of Hawaii’ shines bright
HGEA member Cameron Dexter describes how the Maui wildfires unfolded. — Sep 18
On verge of a strike, San Jose city workers win a robust contract – and a stronger union
Months of negotiations and an overwhelming strike vote yield a strong contract for city of San Jose workers. — Sep 15