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ALT San Francisco, California — Today workers at Change.org, a global platform that empowers people to start and win campaigns that address pressing issues in their lives and communities, announced that they have formed a union, Solidarity at Change, with the Communications Workers of America’s CODE-CWA project. A strong majority of the approximately 70 eligible Change.org workers in the United States voted for the union, and Change.org’s management has voluntarily recognized the group. “At Change.org we are dedicated to helping people create the change they want to see, including thousands of workers from companies and organizations around the world who have used our platform to improve their workplaces,” said Justin Almeida, Staff Software Engineer at Change.org and a union member.
ALT We are so fortunate to work alongside incredible people at Change.org. By joining together in a union, we are reaffirming our belief in the power of collective action. We’re excited to work with our coworkers and management on ensuring an inclusive, stable, and equitable environment that allows us all to focus on our mission.” Solidarity at Change comprises campaigners, engineers, content creators, designers, and product managers among other non-managerial staff. The newly formed union will be the first of its kind, paving the way for the increasing number of tech workers with a rising interest in the power of collective bargaining. “Every week, millions around the world drive people-powered campaigns on Change.org, and they’re supported by our global team who are dedicated, passionate and talented," said Bec Wilson, Acting Chief Operating Officer. "We're excited to voluntarily recognize their union, and the commitment to our mission and company it demonstrates.”
ALT Change.org workers will join a growing number of workers that provide support for political and advocacy campaigns as members of CWA, including workers at Blue State, Catalist, and Mobilize. The Change.org workers will be members of CWA Local 9410 in San Francisco. “We are excited to welcome Change.org staff as members of CWA and of our local,” said Orange Richardson, IV, President of CWA Local 9410. “As union members they will not only create a more equitable workplace, they will help set an example for thousands of other workers at digital platform and advocacy organizations.” Change.org workers in Canada are also organizing with CWA. They have filed for certification under the Canada Labour Code which is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks.
