After the cards signed by more than 81% signed in support by Writers Guild of America West, voluntary recognition for its new bargaining unit.
110 employees of WGA West Will be represented in bargaining Pacific northwest staff unionThe leadership of WGA West chose to recognize the union through a card-check process instead of forcing the vote.
In a written statement, a WGA Operations Coordinator Daug Mcisak said, “There is an agreement on our first demand, and we are excited to take this important step towards making a voice in the event without improving our workplace and fearing vengeance.” “We are happy to be able to advocate for ourselves and are ready to interact on our first collective bargaining agreement.”
The union will cover workers in the guild, including residuals, contracts, communication, research and WGA the theater departments.
The Pacific Northwest Staff Union represents employees of several chapters of La County Federation of Labor and Service Employees International Union among other union employees. In 2022, the Sangh led the 12-day strike against SEIU local 2015, located in Los Angeles and represents long-term care workers.
WGA Contracts Coordinator, Genevieve Gonsal said in a statement that she would indicate 25 years with the guild on 1 May, “And what has this journey!”
“I am honored to be a part of the historical formation of WGSU and are excited to all the future possibilities,” he said. “Here is for solidarity, progress and next chapter!”
WGA East employees are already represented, as are Sag-abftra employees.
