How do we win a strong contract?
There are lots of steps each of us can take to move every graduate worker closer to better pay, respectful working conditions, and fair treatment. Here are some concrete steps anyone can take to strengthen our position at the table.
Build support in your department
- Talk with your co-workers and fellow grad students about bargaining and their own working conditions. What do they worry about? What are their concerns? How can GEO help them?
- Ask friends and colleagues to join our union - the more members we have, the more workers we have at the bargaining sessions, the more perssure the admin feels. It's true - the power is in numbers!
- Post GEO flyers in your department and workspaces - reach out to us at sc@uigeo.org
Take action before and during bargaining sessions
- Text the bargaining session invite to a friend or co-worker
- Sign up to take notes during sessions (where? On our Slack!)
- Share your thoughts in caucus
- Send in testimonials about your workplace experiences
- Join a committee or team, or caucus within GEO