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
ABWU Empowers Future Professionals Through Labour Rights Education
May 12, 2026

ABWU Congratulates Chester Hughes on Senate Appointment
May 11, 2026

ABWU demands $13 livable wage
May 05, 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

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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

ABWU Empowers Future Professionals Through Labour Rights Education
May 12, 2026
ABWU Congratulates Chester Hughes on Senate Appointment
May 11, 2026
ABWU demands $13 livable wage
May 05, 2026
Labour Week Message from the General Secretary, David Massiah
Apr 28, 2026
Union Engages Workers to Tackle Pay Gaps and Workplace Inequities
Apr 20, 2026

Upcoming Events

ABWU Invitational OECS Championship

Location: Old Parham Road

Date/Time: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Unity Fun Ride

Location: ABWU Headquarters, Lower Newgate St.

Date/Time: Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Labour Day Rally, March & Family Fun Day

Location: ABWU Headquarters, Lower Newgate St.

Date/Time: Monday, May 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM