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How You Can Support the Campaign
Current GEO member RAs, share your thoughts about RA recognition bargaining and full-contract bargaining with the Bargaining Team at barg@uigeo.org. You can also volunteer to support or join the Bargaining Team at that same email address. Be sure to check your emails from GEO for RA recognition bargaining dates and opportunities to give feedback on what matters to you in full-contract bargaining this fall.
RAs who are not yet GEO members, now is the time to make sure that your union is strong going into bargaining by joining GEO. Signing a GEO membership card means paying dues; RAs currently pay .5% of our paychecks, but our dues are likely to increase to 2% by membership vote upon ratification of our first contract. Becoming a member also means that you will have access to all GEO events, the ability to vote on our operating budget and major union decisions, and the chance to join committees.
Organize Your Coworkers
The number one way to support the unionization campaign from inside your own workplace is by organizing your coworkers. You can show your support with GEO merch, prompt frank discussions with coworkers about their working conditions, and spread the word about GEO events.
Getting the word out about the union to new UIUC grad workers at orientation can also have a huge impact on your workplace. Contact the Stewards' Council at sc@uigeo.org for info on when GEO will present at your department and how you can help.