We are the best shipbuilders in the world. We build nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers for the United States Navy in Newport News, Virginia. We represent 9,700 Steelworkers who are proud to celebrate Local 8888’s 40-year legacy of solidarity, struggle and success. We believe in fairness and fight for social justice.
Our motto is: Local 8888 Shipbuilders Rock the Boat!
Local 8888 is proud to congratulate Roxanne Brown, who was elevated to International Vice President on July 15. “Roxy” has served as Legislative Director of the United Steelworkers.
In the past, she has organized numerous face-to-face briefings for Local 8888 delegations with key members of Congress. And she has helped to prepare Local 8888 negotiators in contract talks. Local 8888 wishes Roxy even greater success in her new leadership role. Slay!
Mary Jackson continues to get her due. The late trailblazing engineer and mother-in-law of Local 8888 Trustee Raymond Lewis was honored at a special reception in the U.S. Capitol building in April for her pioneering contributions to America’s space program.
USW Local 8888 held a ceremony to commemorate April 28th as Workers Memorial Day, the special day dedicated annually to remembering those who have suffered or died on the job.
USW Local 8888 in Newport News leads successful petition drive to get a community center named for Mary Jackson in her hometown, Hampton, VA. http://bit.ly/wtkrmaryjackson
Steelworkers convince city leaders in Hampton, VA, to name a new facility the “Mary Jackson Neighborhood Center.” http://bit.ly/wtkrmaryjackson
Open Enrollment season is finally here. But there is a twist this year, one that can help keep some money in your bank account. OR you could end up paying a lot more for your medical coverage.
Mary Jackson continues to get her due. The late trailblazing engineer and mother-in-law of Local 8888 Trustee Raymond Lewis was honored at a special reception in the U.S. Capitol building in April for her pioneering contributions to America’s space program. The event, which marked Women’s History Month, had previously honored First Lady (forever) Michelle Obama.
USW Local 8888 held a ceremony to commemorate April 28th as Workers Memorial Day, the special day dedicated annually to remembering those who have suffered or died on the job.
USW Local 8888 held a ceremony to commemorate April 28
USW Local 8888 held a ceremony to commemorate April 28th as Workers Memorial Day, the special day dedicated annually to remembering those who have suffered or died on the job.