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Become a member of the union! By belonging to a union, you have a voice at your job. Negotiate what you think you deserve and join the fight for a better workplace!

Do you want to be a volunteer?

Volunteers are the backbone of any grassroots movement. It's people like you who take charge and make change happen. We can make a difference.

Want to become a shop steward?

A liaison. You are on the front lines and protect the members from unfair treatment in the workplace. You keep the members informed on union activies.



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Additional Information




Need to reach a doctor, but don’t want to go into the office right now?

Recent developments with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) are impacting the way we would typically do things. But, reaching a doctor doesn’t have to change—even if you don’t want to go into the office right now.

Through your New Jersey state health benefits, you and your covered dependents have access to an R-Health doctor’s office. A key part of R-Health’s model is 24/7 virtual access to a personal primary care physician at no additional cost and with no co-pays.

Please click here to learn more.




Stay informed through text messages.

If you want to join CWA's text message alert system, please text njstateworker to 69866. If it does not work, please text clear to 69866, then try njstateworker.




Take a Quick Action for Paid Leave!

Please sign this petition calling on Congress to pass paid leave and other worker protections during this COVID-19 crisis. It takes two minutes and it will make you feel better.




Executive Order #107

Governor Murphy's Executive Order #107 was issued this past Saturday. This order directs all residents to "stay at home" until further notice. The order allows exceptions such as going to work if you are an essential employee, obtaining essential goods and services, seeking medical attention, visiting close friends and family, or outdoor activities.

State and federal government employees who must report to work are exempted from this order. If you have been directed to attend your work location, you are expected to continue to report to work. Note: the order does not impose a "travel ban." It also orders non-essential businesses to close and for businesses to accommodate telecommuting as much as possible.



CWA COVID-19 Tele Town Hall Call

COVID-19 Call



State Senate Passes Emergency Package of Coronavirus Legislation
From the NJ AFL-CIO
Today (3/19/2020) the State Senate passed over two dozen bills to assist residents, workers and businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. Of particular interest to the New Jersey State AFL-CIO and its members are bills assisting workers.  Click here to read more.



COVID-19 Chart for Workers Who Are Affected

The information on this flier is meant to give a general picture of benefits and rights available in certain COVID-19 work-related situations. It gives examples of potential scenarios and what state benefits may be available in response.

Please click here to view the flier.

Please click here to view the NJ Department of Labor Website and the state programs.



COVID-19 Information for Members of CWA


This is an advisory for CWA Members.. please click here to view the article.



COVID-19

Please be on the lookout for new information from the state or your employer in relation to this ever-evolving situation.

State workers, please click here for the Civil Service Guidelines and FAQs regarding COVID-19.




CWA Local 1038 Scholarship

CWA Local 1038 is offering twelve scholarships of $1,000 each for the 2020-2021 school year. Eligible for the awards are CWA Local 1038 members and their spouses, and children entering or continuing education in an accredited college or trade school.

Click here for more information and the application!



Free Flu Shot

From the Treasurer:


It’s not too late to get vaccinated, if you haven’t already. New Jersey is currently experiencing high flu activity. The CDC estimates that so far this season there have been at least 32 million flu illnesses, 310,000 hospitalizations, and 18,000 deaths from flu, including two New Jersey children. Although the seasonal flu vaccine cannot protect you from other viruses, it may help you avoid a trip to the doctor’s office or emergency room. Not only may this lessen your exposure to other illnesses, it may also reduce your risk of developing more serious complications.

Don’t miss this opportunity to protect yourself and your family from the flu!

State of New Jersey members of SEHBP/SHBP and their families can get a flu shot at NO COST at Paladina Health! Walk-in flu shots will be available at the times listed below, or you can call your Paladina Health care team to schedule an appointment at a time that is convenient for you.

To see a list of locations please click here!




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