Resources for Local Leadership

Our union is stronger with a well-trained activist core. We are dedicated to providing high-quality training and leadership development for all levels of our union.

In addition to the resources below, be sure to check out the training videos available through AFSCME's Online Training Academy.

AFSCME (Labor Lab) Online Leadership Academy:

Empowering AFSCME members, activists, leaders and staff to LEARN, CONNECT and LEAD anytime, anywhere. Check it out here!

Steward Resources:

• Steward Handbook
• Steward Handbook (En Espanol)
• Grievance Form and Fact Sheet

Officer Resources:

• Officers Handbook
• How To Chair a Meeting
• How To Take Part in Local Meetings
• Local Election Manual

Secretary-Treasurer Resources:

Visit AFSCME's Secretary-Treasurer Online Resource Center for guides, trainings, updated filing forms and more related to the responsibilities of being your local's secretary-treasurer.