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Surveys & Member Voice
Surveys, town halls, and reports that put members on the record.
Reports All Employees Survey for BVA 2024 Comprehensive Thematic Analysis Report
As we all know, there comes a time each year when the All Employees Survey (AES) is pushed into everyone's inbox. Many of you likely thought the same thing: "Why should I bother filling this out if…
Surveys A Majority Silenced: Surveying the Real Climate at the Board of Veterans' Appeals
On behalf of Local 17, we would like to join the Chairman in honoring those groups that completed the 2023 All Employee Survey in a way that reflects positively on the Board. Bravo!
Surveys They Tried to Silence the Federal Employee Voice. We Refuse to Be Ignored.
For years, the Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS) has been more than just a questionnaire. It has been our one guaranteed, official channel to speak truth to power—a yearly opportunity to…
Town Hall URGENT: How the Trump Telework Executive Order May Affect YOU – Join Our Town Hall!
Are your telework rights at risk? A recent Donald Trump Telework Executive Order aims to limit telework for federal employees, sparking concerns about workplace flexibility, productivity, and…
Surveys The Illusion of Progress
When does organizational celebration become organizational delusion? This November, the Board of Veterans' Appeals leadership gathered to present awards for improved employee satisfaction scores,…
Surveys Survey for attorneys at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals
The Union is attempting to persuade the Board to reduce the annual quota from 156 to 125 cases in exchange for eliminating certain minor proration categories, such as CLE classes and PIV card issues.…
Surveys Your Feedback Matters: Complete Our Town Hall Survey
In an effort to foster open communication and continuous improvement within our organization, we have devised a survey centered around the recent town hall conducted by the Board. The town hall…
Surveys VA Employees' Telework Sentiments on 'Future of Work' Plans
Amidst the shifting landscapes of post-pandemic work environments, the VA's "Future of Work" plans, as outlined by Secretary Denis McDonough, have raised eyebrows and elicited strong reactions from…
Surveys VA Telework Plan: AFGE Local 17 Seeks Your Input!
In our commitment to upholding the rights and interests of VA employees, AFGE Local 17 has keenly followed the unfolding developments regarding the VA Telework Plan. We recognize that Secretary Denis…
Town Hall Navigating Remote Work Policy Changes: Insights from AFGE Local 17’s Town Hall
In this AFGE Local 17 Town Hall, host Doug Massey discusses the decision to bring VA employees back to the office after a period of remote work. Massey stresses the importance of negotiating on…