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Events
Meetings, socials, and celebrations across the Local.
Events MLK Day Celebration: Join AFGE Local 17 for a Powerful Moment of Unity
We are pleased to invite you to our annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration, taking place virtually on Tuesday, January 13, at 12:00 p.m. This event is an opportunity for our union family to…
Holiday Party 6 Absolute Must-Know Details About the Local 17 Holiday Party in DC
If you're looking forward to celebrating, networking, and unwinding, the Local 17 holiday party is an event you won't want to miss. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of this festive…
Events Get Ready for Spring Bash 2025!
Mark your calendars and tell your friends—Spring Bash 2025 is coming, and it’s going to be unforgettable!
Events AFGE Leads the Charge Against OPM's Unlawful Directive
AFGE is taking a stand. In response to the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) unprecedented directive requiring federal employees to justify their weekly work under threat of termination, AFGE…
Events AFGE Sounds the Alarm on "Fork in the Road" – 20 Key Takeaways from our Town Hall
On February 5, AFGE Local 17 hosted a crucial live town hall, bringing together union leaders, legal experts, and members to discuss the latest challenges facing VA Central Office employees and…
Events Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Dr. Lerone Martin
Dr. Lerone Martin is a renowned historian and the Director of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute at Stanford University. His work explores the intersection of history,…
Events AFGE Local 17 Holiday Party 2024
Please join us for our annual AFGE Local 17 Holiday Party!
Events 11 Important Takeaways from the FY 2025 Attorney Performance Standards Town Hall
On August 22, 2024, Local 17 hosted a Zoom Town Hall to discuss the proposed changes to attorney performance standards for Fiscal Year 2025. The town hall, led by Douglas Massey, President of Local…
Events Celebrate Labor Day with AFGE Local 17: Join Us for an Ice Cream Social!
As Labor Day approaches, we at AFGE Local 17 want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible hard work and dedication of our members. Your unwavering commitment to serving our…
Happy Hour AFGE LOCAL 17 Happy Hour
Please join us for our AFGE LOCAL 17 Happy Hour! The theme of this event is, “Protecting your Telework” come celebrate the struggle as we welcome Spring!
Brunch Black History Month Brunch Highlights
Thursday, February 15, 2024, was a memorable day as we gathered for AFGE Local 17's Black History Month Brunch in the VA Canteen at VA's Central Office. The event was a beautiful celebration of the…
Brunch AFGE Local 17 Black History Month Brunch
Everyone is invited to join us for AFGE Local 17's Black History Month Brunch on Thursday, February 15th, from 8:30 am to 10:00 am. It's a time to come together and recognize the significant…