Our members work in difficult and stressful jobs. Checking in on a member going through a difficult time is one of the best things we can do as a union to help people be successful in their jobs. However, we all face things in life that can throw us off sometimes. Keep reading for helpful information and tools to help take care of yourself and others.
Read MoreOur top 20 reasons we think you’ll be glad you are a UFCW 227 member.
Read MoreA few tips for union stewards to keep in mind as they work to fight unnecessary discipline.
Read MoreProgressive discipline means that an employee should be given the opportunity to learn from their mistake(s) and be able to correct their behavior.
Read MoreOn April 28th, 2023 the PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act went into effect and on June 27th, 2023 the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act officially went into effect. Both of these nationwide laws provide pregnant workers with additional protections that will keep themselves and their babies healthy.
Read MoreUnions benefit all workers, but during Pride month we wanted to take a look at how exactly unions can and have shown up for our LGBTQ+ family.
Read MoreHere are 5 mistakes Union Stewards make that can and should be avoided.
Read MoreOur union has several ways for you to add your input and your priorities to the proposal your union negotiating committee gives to your company during contract negotiations. The most common way to participate is to attend a proposal meeting.
Read MoreWhat do members expect from stewards? An excellent way to think about the role of a Union steward is with your ABC’s: accountability, benefits, and caring.
Read MoreLearn the basic steps of contract negotiations, so you’ll be informed and can make your voice heard in your union contract.
Read MoreWorking people in unionized workplaces are more likely to have benefits that strengthen families and improve job security. Here are just a few ways unions provide better benefits for families.
Read MoreIn the Weingarten case, the Supreme Court ruled that Union-represented workers have the right to Union representation during all meetings or discussions with supervisors or managers that the member reasonably believes might lead to discipline.
Read MoreLearn how talking to fellow members at work about your contract rights builds strength in your union.
Read MoreAre you unsure what is covered by your union membership? Check in on these topics with union representatives and stewards to stay engaged.
Read MoreGreater pay equity exists for union workers because of the transparency and equality provided by a union contract. Collective bargaining agreements apply to all workers at a job, regardless of their race or gender.
Read MoreAs a steward, it is important that you understand what is meant by “just cause.”
Read MoreEvery member can take just a few simple steps to make your union more powerful and effective. These steps include but aren’t limited to the following:
Read MoreOur union believes that hard work should be rewarded no matter your sexual orientation or gender identity. Using pronouns to support all workers is becoming increasingly common at work. We can all learn how to use pronouns to fulfill our union’s mission to fight for all workers to be treated with dignity and respect.
Read MoreWorkers in the United States have certain basic legal rights to safe, healthy and fair working conditions. Unfortunately, some employers may violate these fundamental rights. So what are these rights exactly?
Read MoreUnion members earn better wages and benefits than workers who aren’t union members. On average, union workers’ wages are 28 percent higher than their nonunion counterparts.
While only 19 percent of nonunion workers have guaranteed pensions, fully 78 percent of union workers do.
More than 84 percent of union workers have jobs that provide health insurance benefits, but only 64 percent of nonunion workers do. Unions help employers create a more stable, productive workforce—where workers have a say in improving their jobs.
