
Rockford school cafeteria workers react to the labor board announcement that they had voted 179-16 in favor of AFSCME representation.
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Organize! The world of work is changing fast. But one thing never seems to change: Too many employers don't treat their employees fairly. Today, growing numbers of workers realize that if they want to gain respect and assure fairness, they need to join together to form a union.
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Why form a union? Employees can solve problems at work more effectively as a group. Through forming a union and negotiating a contract, employees can secure the things they like about their job, and they can make changes in areas that need improvement.
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"I didn't think we could make a difference— until we formed a union" Read testimonials describing experiences of those involved in successful organizing efforts.
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How does organizing work? The union election, contract bargaining, paying dues, what happens to dues, and more.
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Know your rights It is your legally protected right to organize and form a union. The National Labor Relations Act clearly states: "Employees shall have the right to self-organization, to form, to join, or assist labor organizations, to bargain collectively through representatives of their own choosing, and to engage in concerted activities for the purpose of collective bargaining or other mutual aid or protection."
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Benefits of Membership The "AFSCME Advantage" extra benefits include credit card, mortgage and real estage program, scholarships, and more.
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Contact us now to form a union! We want to hear from you—how to get in touch with us.
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