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Key Takeaways from the Jan 29 Town Hall: Telework, Return to Office, and OPM’s Offer
Critical takeaways from the latest town hall: Federal telework is under attack, but union efforts and legal protections are in place to fight back.
URGENT: How the Trump Telework Executive Order May Affect YOU – Join Our Town Hall!
How does the Trump Telework Executive Order impact federal workers? Join the AFGE Local 17 Town Hall Jan 29 to find out. Stay informed and engaged!
Podcast: Discover the Inspiring Impact of the PIP Rehabilitation Project on 100+ Careers
Discover how the PIP Rehabilitation Project transforms performance improvement plans into tools for growth and success at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals.
News Update: DEI Executive Order and New Guidance on Probationary Periods, Administrative Leave, and Details
News Update: Stay updated on federal workforce changes with insights on the DEI Executive Order and OPM guidance on probationary periods, admin leave, and details.
How Trump's Executive Order on Telework Impacts Federal Employees: 6 Insights
Discover how Trump’s Executive Order on Telework affects federal employees and what the union is doing to protect telework rights and workplace flexibility.
Jaime Areizaga-Soto: A Resume Builder’s Dream, A Leader’s Nightmare
Discover the truth about Jaime Areizaga-Soto's tenure at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals and his resignation. A leader's failures exposed.
Back-to-Back Arbitration Losses Highlight Board Leadership’s Ongoing Failures
Discover how repeated arbitration losses and unlawful policies raise serious concerns about Board leadership’s ability to uphold law and integrity.
Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Dr. Lerone Martin
Join AFGE Local 17 on Jan 16, 2025, to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with keynote speaker Dr. Lerone Martin. Virtual event via Zoom. RSVP today!
2024 in Review: 20 Local 17 Wins and Our Year-End Podcast
Local 17 Wins define 2024 as a year of advocacy, with victories in workplace fairness, telework rights, and more covered in our Year End Podcast.
The Illusion of Progress
The Illusion of Progress: Celebrating selective wins while survey response rates and leadership metrics tell a different story at BVA.
3 Shocking Federal Telework Changes That Could Impact Your Job Soon
Major federal telework changes are on the horizon. Learn how the DOGE Acts and SHOW UP Act may affect your telework rights.
Big News: The AFGE Local 17 Podcast is Live! Telework and the Road Ahead
Introducing the AFGE Local 17 Podcast! Get the latest on telework rights, union updates, and VA employee news. Subscribe now on Spotify.