🟧Worker Power: Labor Rights, Fair Wages & Unions
A ranked guide to advocacy organizations and unions championing workers’ rights, fair pay, safe conditions, and collective power in the workplace.
This resource highlights key advocacy organizations and labor unions dedicated to promoting labor rights and improving working conditions -- along with important labor issues they address.
By exploring the linked organizations, you can learn about their missions, initiatives, and ways to get involved in advocating for workers' rights and other labor issues.
Organizations
Economic Policy Institute (EPI)
A nonprofit think tank that focuses on the economic condition of low- and middle-income Americans, advocating for policies that promote economic equity and labor rights.
National Employment Law Project (NELP)
An organization that advocates for policies to improve the wages and working conditions of low-wage workers, focusing on labor rights and economic equity.
A progressive think tank that works on various issues, including labor rights, advocating for policies that support workers and promote economic equity.
The Partnership for Public Service
This nonprofit advocates for effective government by highlighting the essential work of federal employees. They aim to improve public service through better recruitment and support, helping the public understand the value of government workers.
A national organization that advocates for workers' rights and economic justice, focusing on building coalitions across various movements to support labor initiatives.
Working America is a community group that advocates for the rights of non-union workers, focusing on better wages, benefits, and working conditions through grassroots organizing and outreach.
Labor Unions
This list highlights prominent labor organizations that represent a diverse range of industries and play a significant role in shaping labor policy.
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO)
A federation of unions representing millions of workers, advocating for workers' rights, fair wages, and safe working conditions.
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
A union representing workers in health care, public services, and property services, advocating for quality jobs and better working conditions.
American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE)
AFGE represents federal and District of Columbia government employees, advocating for their rights, fair wages, and better working conditions. The organization focuses on collective bargaining, workplace safety, and protecting the interests of its members.
United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW)
A union representing workers in retail, grocery, and food processing, advocating for fair wages, benefits, and improved working conditions.
A labor union that advocates for the rights and working conditions of farm workers, promoting fair wages and labor practices.
National Education Association (NEA)
The largest professional organization for educators in the United States, advocating for public education and the rights of teachers.
Communication Workers of America (CWA)
A union representing workers in telecommunications, media, and other industries, fighting for fair wages, benefits, and job security.
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Labor Advocacy Issues
Collective Bargaining Rights: The right of workers to negotiate with employers over wages, benefits, and working conditions through representatives. Advocacy for strong collective bargaining rights can empower workers and lead to better labor agreements.
Living Wage and Fair Compensation: Advocacy for policies that ensure workers receive wages that meet basic living standards. Supporting living wage initiatives addresses income inequality and enhances economic stability for families.
Workplace Protections: Ensuring safe and fair working conditions through regulations and protections against discrimination, harassment, and unsafe practices. Advocacy in this area is crucial for safeguarding workers' rights and health.
Health and Safety Standards: Promoting regulations that protect workers from hazardous conditions and ensure access to health benefits. Advocacy for stronger health and safety standards can significantly impact workers' well-being.
Support for Striking Workers: Advocating for the rights of workers to strike for better working conditions or pay without fear of retaliation. Supporting striking workers can draw public attention to labor disputes and influence negotiations.
Advocacy for Non-Union Workers: This issue supports workers not in unions, focusing on their rights to fair wages, benefits, and working conditions through grassroots efforts.