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The leader of AFT-West Virginia, representing teachers, service personnel and state employees, responded to statements made by Governor Jim Justice at a press conference on Thursday.

The Governor provided no new information during his press conference, only reiterated his call to freeze changes to PEIA. The discussion has been ongoing, but we’ve yet to see the details or a long-term plan.

"A freeze is not a fix. While we’re glad our elected leaders are focusing on PEIA and listening to our concerns, the dedicated employees of West Virginia deserve real solutions. PEIA is not fixed until the

Visit the Events page on this website for scheduled activities including informational pickets, walk-ins, rallies and more. 

Explaining our issues to the public and gaining their support is critical. When our neighbors and community members understand and support our issues, we stand a better chance of making progress with legislators on possible solutions. 

If you are having an informational picket, rally, walk-in or other event to engage the community, please feel free to use this flyer to help explain the issues facing education and public employees. Print and share!

Encourage your neighbors and friends to contact legislators and voice their support for teachers, service personnel and public employees. 

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PEIA Announces Schedule for Expedited Public Hearings

Monday, February 12, 2018 - Charleston

*Note building change at UC from original loication.

University of Charleston, Riggleman Auditorium, 2300 MacCorkle Ave., SE

Tuesday, February 13, 2018 -- Morgantown

West Virginia University- The Erickson Alumni Center, One Alumni Drive

Wednesday, February 14, 2018 -- Beckley

If you missed the live stream of the joint press conference, click here to watch now.

Attention Fairmont State University employees! 

Please read this important information about proposed policy changes for employees!

After reviewing, please comment on the policy. If employees do not voice their concerns, the Board of Governors will likekly assume there are no objections to the policy.

Employees at other higher education institutions shoud also comment on the policy, as other universitieis could follow suit. 

Many members have questions about PEIA's Go365 program and PEIA plan changes for the upcoming fiscal year. 

The PEIA Finance Board voted in December to scale back some of the proposals opposed by AFT-WV and many participants. Click here to read about the revised plan approved by the Finance Board. 

We know there are also concerns about the GO365 program and encourage each PEIA participant to assess how it will affect them personally, as it is not a "one size fits all" program. 

For full details, visit PEIA's Go365 page. 

PEIA’s Healthy Tomorrow’s program has added a component known as Go365. Go365

AFT-West Virginia invites members and their families to join us for a night of Thundering Herd basketball!

What:  Marshall University vs. UNC Charlotte
When:  Saturday, February 24, 2018
Game time: 7:00 PM

Tailgate: 5:00-6:45 PM
Tailgate location: Union Steelworkers Hall, Local 37
208 19th Street, Huntington, WV 25703
(behind City National Bank, off 3rd Avenue)

$10.00 per person includes general admission game ticket, pizza at tailgate and parking*.

Door prizes will be given away every 10 minutes during the tailgate, from 5:30 PM until 6:30 PM.

Must be present to win!

Event is open to all teacher

AFT-WV locals in North Central WV hosted their annual Legislative Round Table on January 3rd in Fairmont. 

The event was an opportunity for members to discuss education issues and legislative priorities with elected leaders from their region.  Thanks to all members and legislators who particpated!

Check out photos and media coverage from the event!

Fairmont Times: AFT Meets with Local Legislators 

AFT-WV was featured for a second time on The Capitol Report. 

You can watch the full episode on our YouTube channel!

Check out great coverage of the convention, plus watch our leaders interview other members about the issues facing teachers, service personnel and public employees.