Know Your Rights When Organizing
The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) guarantees our rights as workers to form a union and fight for better wages and working conditions, but many employers will test employees to see if we know the law. While we don’t need to know the full text of the NLRA, it is important to know our rights as workers so we can fight back against management when they break the law.
FAQ: The TRUTH About Forming a Union
When employers try to stop workers from forming a union, they say many things that just aren’t true. Here’s the truth about forming a union in SEIU Local 105:
Our New Merch Store
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Artist Proof Collective, a locally owned union print shop, to establish our first ever SEIU Local 105 union merch store! Please note, we will continue to offer free, quality merchandise for members at union events and actions, and during union campaigns as it is available. The goal of […]
WellPower Merger Updates
Over the past few months, we’ve heard a lot about the upcoming merger between WellPower and Jefferson Center (JCMH). Many WellPower workers have understandably had serious questions and concerns about how this merger will affect our jobs, our union, and most importantly, our ability to continue serving our community without disruption. After numerous attempts from us to get answers directly […]
RELEASE: Colorado Legislators Introduce Landmark Bill to Safeguard Worker Freedom
HB24-1260, The Worker Freedom Act, giving employees the right to refuse certain mandatory meetings at work without retaliation, is sponsored by Majority Leader Duran, Representative Hernández and Senator Danielson DENVER, CO – Today, Wednesday, March 20th, a group of Colorado legislators, labor unions, and community organizations will introduce a landmark bill designed to protect the rights […]
Support the Worker Freedom Act – HB 24-1260!
Did you know that Colorado employers can require employees to attend meetings where they are forced to listen to the employer’s political or religious beliefs? It happens every day, and workers understandably fear that their jobs are at risk if they don’t attend these meetings and adopt the employer’s viewpoint. These meetings are used by […]
¡La Ley de Protección al Trabajador Avanza – Sigamos Presionando!
Estimados miembros de SEIU Local 105, ¡Tenemos noticias emocionantes! La Ley de Protección al Trabajador, un gran avance para los derechos de los trabajadores en Colorado, ha sido aprobada por el Comité de Asignaciones del Senado y ahora se dirige a una votación completa en el Senado. Esta es una victoria para las familias trabajadoras, […]
Our WellPower TA Summary
Article 2 – Discrimination – We achieved added protections against discrimination on the basis of body feeding; medical status; HIV Status; reproductive choices; body weight; as well as that the employer will assist people in obtaining immigration paperwork and will honor degrees from credible institutions in other countries. Article 3 – Definitions – we achieved […]
2023 Victories Newsletter
As a union this year, we’ve made history, growing even stronger and winning raises for members across our local. Year after year, we’ve made it loud and clear that when we fight, we win. We’ve highlighted our victories from the past year in our annual newsletter, which will be mailed to you and made available in […]
Fall Endorsements 2023
After another round of our extensive member-led endorsement process, we’re excited to announce our latest round of endorsements of worker champions in municipal races throughout the Front Range! Shawna Ambrose Arvada City Council District 2 Chris Rhodes Aurora City Council Ward 5 Juan Marcano Aurora Mayor Alison Coombs Aurora City Council At Large Brian Matise […]
