We represent employees in a wide variety of public services, and in the non-profit private sector as well. A powerful voice with management Your right to join a union is protected under the Constitution of the United States. In America, your freedom of speech and your freedom to associate are guaranteed. Each local has a vote in the election of local union officers and board members. Each local has its own constitution and members vote at meetings to determine policies, activities and local dues structure.
Members also vote on contract approval or rejection.
These rights are guaranteed by the International Union Constitution and the Bill of Rights for Members.