Antigua and Barbuda

Workers Union

"Unity in Diversity"

About Us
The Antigua & Barbuda Workers Union (ABWU) commonly known as the Antigua Workers Union (AWU) was formed out of a dire need for Change from the Totalitarian Leadership of the Antigua Trades & Labour Union (AT&LU), which was organized on January 16th, 1939 and registered on March 3rd 1940.

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News and Media
Press Releases
Forced Leave, Vacation Blackouts Dominate ABWU Aviation Sector Meeting
Jun 23, 2026

Epicurean Workers Secure Wage Increase and Enhanced Benefits Under New Collective Bargaining Agreements
Jun 22, 2026

Regional Union Body Seeks Urgent Talks
Jun 19, 2026
Sectors
The Antigua & Barbuda Workers Union (ABWU) represents the interests of employees across the wide cross section of the nation's work force.

We work deligently to ensure the rights and entitlements of our members are protected and secured.
Facilities

Conference Facility

Our conference facility caters for a wide range of events to include meeting, receptions and workshops.

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Blue Gardens Snacket

Our snacket provides a varierty of tasty local dishes on a daily basis. Opened for breakfast and lunch.

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Legislation and Publications
Legislations
Publications

Latest

General Workers

The General Workers comprises of workplaces and members that are not captured under the other nine sections. Retired union members and advocates are also captured under this section. The Chairperson and Executive Representative for the General Workers Section is Sis. Everlie Simon and Sis. Anothnette Sharpe Samuel is the Executive alternate.

News and Press Releases

Forced Leave, Vacation Blackouts Dominate ABWU Aviation Sector Meeting
Jun 23, 2026
Epicurean Workers Secure Wage Increase and Enhanced Benefits Under New Collective Bargaining Agreements
Jun 22, 2026
Regional Union Body Seeks Urgent Talks
Jun 19, 2026
Vernon G. Edwards Employees Secure First Collective Bargaining Agreement
Jun 08, 2026
Walters Claims OECS Elite Crown as Caribbean Cyclists Shine in Antigua & Barbuda
Jun 02, 2026

Upcoming Events

Transport Section Meeting

Location: ABWU Headquarters, Lower Newgate St.

Date/Time: Monday, June 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Hammock Cove Staff Meeting

Location: Hammock Cove

Date/Time: Monday, June 22, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Jolly Beach Staff Meeting

Location: Jolly Beach

Date/Time: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM