The National Writers Union (UAW-AFL-CIO) is the trade union for freelance writers of all genres (journalism, books, poetry, technical, business, instructional, electronic). We are committed to improving the economic and working conditions of freelance writers through the collective strength of our members. We are a modern, innovative union offering grievance- resolution, industry campaigns, ...

Local 5, Western New England P.O. Box 398 Hadley, MA 01035 413-586-8844 nwu@valinet.com Good Writing Must Be Organized! The Western New England Local of the National Writers Union was founded in 1989 and is today the preeminent writers' organization in the region. Our Local includes journalists, novelists, nonfiction book authors, scriptwriters, copywriters, poets, academics, business and ...