A new piece by Devex highlights the movement to form a union at the National Democratic Institute in July 2018. NDI is an international development organization that works to strengthen democracy and governance around the world. Through their work, the organization supports labor unions globally. By having the opportunity to work with its union, management at NDI have an exciting opportunity to live out its commitment to democracy in its own workplace. Read the piece below. 

Yesterday, a majority of eligible staff members at the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI), voted to join the Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU) Local 2, in an election conducted by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). “With their newly solidified rights on the job, these new union members will help NDI remain true to its democratic values at home as well as abroad,” said Jessica Maoirca, a Local 2 staff representative who helped guide NDI staff through the process.  

On February 1, 2017, Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington's first contract officially went into effect, bringing stability and the opportunity to have a voice on the job in the workplace. Among other highlights, workers at PPMW bargained for a $6,000 increase to wage floors for incoming workers, bringing starting salaries up from around $31,000 annually. Additionally, they put in place a system where workers can no longer be let go without "just cause" and severance pay. To ensure entry-level staff have measurable goals to earn promotions, staff also worked to outline clearer paths to advancement within the organization. Congrats PPMW!