- Unions enable workers to bargain collectively with their employers, increasing their leverage in negotiations for better wages, benefits, and working conditions.
Advocacy and Political Influence
- Unions can lobby lawmakers and advocate for regulations to improve workplace safety, reduce wage gaps, and promote workers' rights
Grievance Procedures
- Unions help establish formal grievance procedures for workers to address unfair treatment, discrimination, or violations of their rights.
Legal Representation
- Unions often provide legal representation and assistance to workers facing termination, discrimination, or workplace-related legal issues.
Strikes and Job Actions
- As a last resort, unions may organize strikes or other job actions to pressure employers to address workers' concerns and demands.