People who work for themselves are more motivated to do the best possible work than they are when they are paid only a fraction of the value of the work that they do and their boss takes credit for all their hard work. Once workers at other workplaces see how good employee-owned shops have it, they will want to know how they can join up. The goal of the IWW is for all workers to be unionized and united under a single labor federation that will be able to protect workers from the underhanded tactics of bosses, politicians, and organized crime who cooperate to maximize their power and profits at the expense of labor. The General Executive Board is elected annually by the entire membership, and its job is to oversee the running of union affairs, not to set policy. All officers may be recalled at any time by referendum.
All branches maintain full autonomy on matters within their respective jurisdiction.
DUES- Our dues are structured on a sliding scale basis. I agree to abide by the constitution and regulations of this organization. I will study its principles and make myself acquainted with its purposes. When you join the I.W.W., you will receive a free subscription to our newspaper, the Industrial Worker, in addition to your membership card, constitution, button, and the One Big Union pamphlet which describes the structure and function of the I.W.W. in detail. You will also get a monthly publication for members only called the General Organization Bulletin, which contains Board motions, financial reports, and members' discussion of various internal matters such as upcoming referenda.