Statement from United Campus Workers – Virginia Tech
As the student-workers, staff, and faculty that make this university run, we proudly announce the formation of a labor union, United Campus Workers of Virginia Tech.
United We Win
Childcare is an essential pillar of a healthy, just, and democratic society. It is the work which makes all other work possible work for which all of us are responsible, because when children and parents are able to enjoy high quality childcare, we all benefit.
Yet for too long, Virginia’s politicians and corporate elites have failed to invest in high-quality, accessible, and affordable childcare for all Virginians.
As the student-workers, staff, and faculty that make this university run, we proudly announce the formation of a labor union, United Campus Workers of Virginia Tech.
Join your fellow campus workers from across Virginia and celebrate UCW-VA’s birthday by attending our first statewide membership convention.
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