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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT A-PLUS:
A. A-PLUS is a non-profit organization that was organized in 1987 for the purpose of mentoring and developing African American and other postal managers towards a successful career path.
2. Is the A-PLUS organization for Blacks only?
A. No, A-PLUS is not just for Blacks. Although the organization was formed initially with minorities advancement in mind, any postal employee or non-postal member can benefit from the training and information offered through A-PLUS conferences, workshops and seminars. Anyone who shares A-PLUS values, aims and goals can be a member of A-PLUS regardless of Race, color, sex, age, national origin, or physical or mental disabilities.
3. Do you have to be a Postal employee to join A-PLUS?
A. As stated in the answer to question number two, no you do not have to be a postal employee to become a member of A-PLUS. As long as you share the same values and aims and goals of A-PLUS and abide by the Constitution and Bylaws of A-PLUS you can be a member.
4. How much is the dues to join A-PLUS?
A. For postal EAS employees the dues are $100 per year and for postal craft employees and non-postal members the dues are $50 per year. First time members have to pay a one time initiation fee of $25.
5. Can I get help from A-PLUS members filling out my eCareer profile?
A. Yes, you can get assistance from A-PLUS professionals filling out your eCareer profile, preparing for an interview, mock interviews etc. A-PLUS members are there for you anytime you need help in mentoring, training and development to help you be the best that you can be.
6. How often does the local Chapters meet and how long are the meetings?
A. Local chapters meet once a month (unless there is a call meeting) usually on the same day, time and place every month. Meetings usually last one hour to an hour and a half. You can go to the email address on the web of the Regional President in your region and find out the email or phone number to the President of the chapter in your location or the closest to you.
7. If I join A-PLUS am I guaranteed a promotion?
A. No, you are not guaranteed a promotion if you join A-PLUS. A-PLUS is based on a support mechanism, not the idea that members will gain advanced positions in the postal service. Its main idea and function thrive on "Readiness" through sharing, acting, training, developing and supporting.
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