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1534 members are hard at work making our voices heard! Check out some of our advocacy efforts here, and if you're eager to help, head over to Get Involved!
U.S. Department of State: Reinstate, Compensate, and Protect Civil Service Campaign
A team of DOS members is leading the charge to make our voices heard on the Hill. Head over to our Get Involved page if you'd like to receive more info and join their effort!
Foreign Affairs Media Advocacy
In 2025, the U.S. government unlawfully laid off more than 3,100 U.S. State Department and USAID civil service experts. These RIFs have led to a loss of critical foreign affairs infrastructure and institutional knowledge and support. Local 1534 members are hard at work collecting data and working with the media to emphasize the importance of a nonpartisan public service that works for everyone.
RIF Survey
CenterD Podcast: 1 of 3 RIF'd State Dept Jobs Filled by or Advertised to Contractors
DOS members Jitesh Ved and Michael Duffin discuss the results of AFGE Local 1534 RIF survey, and the finding that many roles are being filled or advertised to contractors.
USAID Retiree Working Group
Many retirees from USAID are waiting far longer than expected to receive their retirement benefits, often enduring months without income, delayed leave payouts, and significant financial and emotional hardship.
AFGE Legislative Conference
In February 2026, Local 1534 sent several members from DOS and USAID to engage with Members of Congress, share our stories, and fight to rebuild what has been broken.
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