How unions make work better
"When the UFCW offered me the chance to start a 2-year program to become a certified butcher, it was an incredible opportunity, and I didn’t hesitate. That’s the difference the UFCW makes. It rewards our hard work."
Domico Kelly UFCW Local 3000
Issues UFCW fights for
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Fighting for Better Wages and Benefits
Did you know that on average, a worker covered by a union contract earns 13.5 percent more in wages than a non-union peer.
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Empowering Cannabis Workers
The UFCW has spent over a decade advocating for cannabis workers and fighting to establish critical labor protections to ensure that workers are growing strong.
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Fair Scheduling and Leave
Time off for you, school, family or your community - fair scheduling makes it happen.
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Access to Affordable Health Care
94% of union workers are covered by high-quality workplace healthcare.
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Making Workplaces Safer
No one should be injured at work, that’s why the UFCW is a national leader in the fight for safer workplaces.
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Protecting Good Jobs
You shouldn’t be able to be fired or disciplined for no reason. That’s why forming a union or joining the one in your workplace guarantees that you have real job security.
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Making Workplaces More Equitable
Union contracts provide additional rights that help makes sure you have a fair playing field for success at work.
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Keeping Jobs Safe from Automation and AI Technology
The face of work is changing - how do we respond and what can we do?
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The Right to Retire
Your years of hard work should be rewarded with a safe and secure retirement.
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Championing Worker Rights
We’re all in this together - that’s why we give back to our communities and build not just a better workplace but a better place to live.
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What can a union do for you?
Union 101
Unionize Your Workplace
Are you and your coworkers ready to negotiate for bigger raises, stronger benefits, and better lives? If so, the steps to start a union with UFCW are simple.