The United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) is a labor union representing coal miners and other workers in mining, energy, health care, and related industries across the United States. Founded in 1890, the union advocates for safe working conditions, fair wages, retirement security, and benefits for its members and retirees.
The organization typically pursues policies related to worker safety and health standards, collective bargaining rights, wage protections, pensions and retiree health benefits, energy and mining regulation, and economic support for coal-dependent communities.
The union is primarily funded through membership dues and related union assessments.
Affiliated with the AFL-CIO; notable past leaders include John L. Lewis and current leadership under President Cecil E. Roberts.
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