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Union Organizing Center The union advantage |
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Unions offer members (and their families) improved job security and safety, higher wages, important healthcare and pension benefits and a voice in their workplace. We call this the "union advantage". Look at the details of this advantage to see what it means to the Union worker (and, if you are a non-union worker, to see what you are missing): Improve your job security And if these reasons aren't enough to convince you that you're missing something outside of a Union, consider the many other benefits of membership in a Union. For more details on the specific benefits that many Union members enjoy, see a list of benefits from some growing, progressive Unions. Improve
your job security Did you know that if you work in a non-union workplace you could be fired for virtually any reason (including no reason)? Did you know that in a non-union workplace, you could be fired for getting sick, or for getting injured on the job? Did you know that, in a non-union workplace, you could be laid off to make room for friends or relatives of your employer? But if you worked in a Unionized workplace, your job would be protected whether you were sick or injured, and you would be protected by a Union contract during layoffs. In a Unionized workplace layoffs usually go by seniority. Earn
more as a Union member In 1999, The U.S. Department of Labor reported that Union workers earned an average of $640.00 per week, compared to the earnings of non-union workers, who averaged $478.00 per week. The average Union worker earns 34% more in wages that non-union workers. And in some occupations, Union workers earn as much as 74% more than the non-union worker. Since Unionized Laborers earn 34% more in wages than non-union workers, you can quickly see what a Union can do for you and your family! Obtain
better healthcare In Union workplaces, 52% of all Union workers have family medical coverage that is fully paid by the employer. By contrast, in non-union workplaces, only 18% of workers have fully paid insurance coverage. In Union workplaces, 49% of all Union workers have dental insurance fully paid by the employer. In non-union workplaces, only 19% of workers have dental insurance that is fully paid by the employer. Unions have a long history of obtaining healthcare coverage as a critical employee benefit. Specifically, our Union has been at the forefront in negotiating broad, fully paid insurance coverage for the members and families of members. As a member, you would have the Union working together with you to secure better insurance coverage for you and your family. Most Union contracts provide for good quality insurance coverage. This means that Unionized workers can concentrate on providing for their families in other ways since their Union has negotiated quality insurance coverage for their families. There are 40 million Americans who have no insurance coverage and the majority of those 40 million are children of employed workers. With a Union contract, these workers and their families would be covered. Unions have always worked aggressively to provide quality healthcare for its members and their families. Let a Union negotiate your family's insurance coverage. Become a Union member. You and your family will benefit. Get
a better pension plan Of all Union workers, 81% have Defined Benefit Pension Plans that are fully financed by the employer. Defined Benefit Pension Plans are guaranteed by the Government and they provide a guaranteed monthly pension amount. In non-union workplaces, only 48% of workers have Defined Benefit Pension Plans financed by the employer. Many Unions also negotiate insurance coverage into their contracts for retirees and their spouses. This significantly eases the burden of illness and medical costs for the retired Union worker and their spouse. Many other
benefits As a member of a Union, you will be eligible for a special Union negotiated Master Card. With this card there are no annual fees, lower interest rates and no fees for cash advances. You will be eligible for Union Family Savers, which are savings on day to day products and services such as car rentals, hearing aids and much more. All members receive free and discounted Legal Services. As a Union member, you will get Supplemental Life Insurance coverage with guaranteed coverage and you will qualify for the Death Benefits program. As a Union member, you will be eligible for a Low Interest Loan program with lower than market rates. Members also can participate in the Union Mortgage and Real Estate program with competitive mortgage rates for home purchases or for refinancing your existing mortgage. Finally, children of members are eligible to compete for college scholarships. The benefits of becoming a Union member are growing every day. As the Union negotiates to bring more services and benefits to its members, it makes becoming a Union member even more attractive. A Union wants to provide it's benefits to you. We hope you and your co-workers will become a part of a Union. |
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