Retirement doesn’t mean the end of the fight. It’s a new chapter to strengthen our union from a position of experience and wisdom.
Protect the pensions and benefits you earned through a lifetime of hard work.
Keep your bond with the union family and stay informed on issues that matter.
Access exclusive information, events, and a network of support for retirees.
Retirement doesn’t mean the end of the fight. It’s a new chapter to strengthen our union from a position of experience and wisdom.
Protect the pensions and benefits you earned through a lifetime of hard work.
Keep your bond with the union family and stay informed on issues that matter.
Access exclusive information, events, and a network of support for retirees.
Protect the pensions and benefits you earned through a lifetime of hard work.
Keep your bond with the union family and stay informed on issues that matter.
Access exclusive information, events, and a network of support for retirees.
We are on the front lines, making a difference for retirees and the labor movement every day.
Fighting in Washington and Ottawa to protect and secure the pensions we earned.
From food drives to local elections, SOAR members are active in their communities.
Advocating for affordable healthcare and benefits for all members and retirees.
Providing workshops and resources to educate current workers about their rights and preparing for retirement.
Unlock your full potential and connect with a dedicated community committed to making a difference.
Stay informed. Get timely, essential news and analysis on policy changes and industry developments.
Connect and learn. Access members-only networking, workshops, and expert-led webinars.
Make a difference. Find meaningful ways to contribute your time and skills to vital initiatives.
Amplify your voice. Receive professional resources and collective power to advocate for your rights.
As proud members of the Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR),
we share a powerful legacy of solidarity, activism, and community spirit.
Our new online platform carries that legacy forward into the digital age —
offering a simple and enjoyable way to keep up with retirement news, benefits, advocacy,
and events from SOAR chapters and the wider United Steelworkers family.
Here’s what you’ll discover on our Community Page:
Current retirement news and updates on the issues that matter most to our members.
Weekly contests, features, and member spotlights to keep things engaging and fun.
Exclusive deals and resources through the SOAR Marketplace — including savings on travel, insurance, dining, and more.
To celebrate this exciting new beginning, we’re waiving first-year membership fees for all new members who join through our Community Page. It’s our way of saying thank you for helping strengthen our SOAR family and expand our community.
Your participation — whether by sharing a story, joining a discussion, or exploring our marketplace — keeps SOAR strong, active, and united. Together, we will continue to honor our proud past while embracing new opportunities for connection and advocacy in retirement.
Welcome to the next chapter of SOAR.
Let’s stay connected, informed, and united — because when we act together, we truly make a difference.
In Solidarity,
Lena Sutton
National Coordinator, USW SOAR (Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees)
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