Our 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 MoreWhile Right-to-work laws have made it difficult for unions in right-to-work states to retain and increase membership there are certain things you can do as a steward to overcome these hurdles. We have comprised a list of effective ways to continue to grow our UFCW membership and open up engagement with new members.
Read MoreOur collective bargaining agreements (CBA) are designed so our union and management can work together to resolve issues before they're reduced to formal grievances.
Read MoreThe bi-partisan infrastructure law puts $45 billion dollars into a new “Internet for All” plan. As part of that plan rural, suburban or urban families can qualify for up to $30 per month off of your Internet bill. Additionally, GetInternet.gov has teamed up with 20 internet service providers who will offer you a high-speed, high quality internet that costs $30/month. By pairing your Internet for All benefit with a qualified plan, you could have high-speed internet for $0/month.
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 MoreStarting January 15th, if you have health insurance you can get the cost of an at home COVID test covered. Up to 8 COVID tests per individual can be covered each month. Different insurance companies are handling this new requirement in different ways, so it’s important that you call your insurance company to find out how your COVID tests will be covered.
Read MoreTake pride in your UFCW 227 Foundation and help raise money for scholarships, hardships, and more!
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.
This year we hope you will join us to show your support for safety at work and honor those who lost their lives at their job by simply sharing this picture on your social media feed on April 28th, Workers’ Memorial Day. We’ve also written a sample post you can use or you can create your own. Read more to complete your post.
Read MoreWhen becoming a steward at UFCW Local 227 you automatically take on the role of a leader. But what exactly define you as a good leader? With that question in mind we have pulled together some defining characteristics of what not only makes a leader but what makes a GOOD leader.
Read MoreWe want to alleviate any fear you might have about placing that call to your union. We are here to listen and do whatever we can to lead you in the right direction.
Read MoreBuilding power for our union means having members that are both united and active. Employers are influenced by unity among our membership, but there are other factors outside the workplace that also influence UFCW 227’s power in contract negotiations.
Read MoreDemetrio was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Greek immigrants. After studying at the University of Buenos Aires, he traveled to the U.S. in 1985 to pursue higher studies at Iowa State University and the University of Kentucky. Following his marriage, he became a naturalized citizen on October 21, 1994.
Read MoreFMLA helps workers take care of themselves and their families, and protects their jobs.
Read MoreTo kick off Women’s History Month, we are spotlighting the important work of Dolores Huerta.
Read MoreEffective stewards gather and preserve all of the relevant evidence in their investigations. After you create a grievance, start answering the 5WH questions (who, what, when, where, why, how) and narrow your focus on the issues.
Read MoreThe insurance of your union membership is valuable and it’s up to you to take advantage of all it has to offer.
Read MoreFor the final part of our series on Black History Month and to kick off Women’s History Month we are highlighting Black Women who have worked hard for working people.
Read MoreDuring Black History Month take some time to explore and learn from The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. They both offer virtual tours or online exhibits!
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