Did you know only 9% of workers in the US are protected by a union? That means most workers face the risk of unfair treatment, injury and exploitation without any protection, because let’s face it, our labor enforcement agencies are falling short in holding bad employers responsible. That’s why it’s crucial for workers to organize and unite to push back against these injustices. We are halfway through our fundraiser but we still have $18,000 to raise to reach our goal. It’s no small feat but with your support and the power of community we know we can get there! Can we count on your support? Make a donation today and every dollar will be doubled!

Last week we shared two strategies we use to call out bad employers – our Workers’ Rights Board and our Bosses Steal (a lot) public education series. But while we love making good trouble with bad bosses, we also know we need to raise our voices in the halls of government.

If you follow us on social media or stay current with our calls to action, you’ll know about the Unemployment Bridge Program and how we’ve been fighting since 2020 to expand the unemployment safety net in New York so that it protects 750,000 workers who are currently excluded from receiving any unemployment compensation if they lose their job at no fault of their own. This includes 90,000 freelancers, cash-earners, immigrant workers and formerly incarcerated workers living on Long Island.

At Long Island Jobs with Justice we believe in building lasting change through worker-centered and worker-driven campaigns and movements and we nurture and support the development of worker leaders.

One worker leader we’re super proud to work with is freelance photographer Julie Flores! Julie has not only been a tireless and effective advocate, but she also has used her photography skills and talent to document the Unemployment Bridge Program campaign. In her zine – A Zine for a Cause – Julie weaves together her personal experience as an excluded worker with the larger movement of workers fighting for economic justice.

We are fiercely dedicated to centering and supporting workers like Julie to build our movement and win the changes workers – and all of us – so badly need. Your support could be the deciding factor in whether we can keep this important work going.Don’t miss out on this opportunity to double your impact and make a real difference in the lives of working people. We are so grateful for your support!

In Solidarity,

Long Island Jobs with Justice