Through the Workers Center at the EJC, we educate and cultivate worker-leaders who are empowered by their knowledge of their rights and their ability to negotiate. The Workers Center assists workers in organizing a union in their workplace, recovering lost wages, or improving their working conditions.
SERVICES & RESOURCES
Empowerment & education of workers’ rights
Case Management: wage theft, discrimination, OSHA complaints, wrongful termination, etc (for qualifying candidates)
Assistance in facilitating the unionizing process
Referrals to legal counseling (when appropriate)
IMPACTING THE COMMUNITY
Supporting workers with collective action
Educating the community on labor issues
Engaging with elected officials on the issues that matter to workers
Shifting the community perception of workers & redefining workforce development
