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We are hosting monthly informational clinics for app-based workers about the new deactivation protections for work in the city of Seattle.
[ESPAÑOL ABAJO] On National Caregivers Day, we recognize the vital contributions of domestic workers—nannies, homecare workers, house cleaners, and gardeners—whose work and care makes the work of others possible. We provide care, stability, and support in households across Washington. Yet for decades, domestic workers have been excluded from basic protections. Domestic workers, the majority of […]
Domestic workers in Washington state are fighting for a statewide bill of rights that ends industry exclusions from basic labor standards like minimum wage and sick time.
From artificial intelligence to worker benefits and the minimum wage, part two of The Impact’s business and labor series offers a look at recent workplace policy changes and the labor issues to watch in 2025. Featuring Q&A with Washington State Labor Council President April Sims and Working Washington Exec. Director Danielle Alvarado. Our Executive Director notes that working families […]
From The Seattle Times: Seattle delivery drivers have accused Uber Eats of shorting them on pay, violating the city’s minimum wage requirement for gig workers.Seattle’s Office of Labor Standards opened an investigation into Uber Eats, a subsidiary of rideshare company Uber, last week following complaints from workers that they were not receiving the correct pay for certain deliveries in Seattle, according to a spokesperson for the city agency.
We seek a versatile and creative senior communicator to help shift the narrative around work, workers, and our economy. This senior communicator will also be a key resource for workers and organizers, equipping our movement with media and narrative skills, particularly as it relates to story-sharing and political advocacy. We are looking for someone who can work across the organization, collaborating with staff leading base building, campaigns, development, and enforcement work to amplify their efforts and bring a consistent and compelling voice throughout.
We’re hiring! Our team is seeking a versatile and creative Strategic Communications Specialist to help shift the narrative around work, workers, and our economy. Apply by Oct. 30, 2024!
Seattle’s historic minimum wage law is set to finally take full effect on January 1, 2025. Ten years after the law passed, the city’s minimum wage will reach $20.76, without any special subminimum wage rate for tipped workers. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell also released his statement today, saying, “Seattle has one of the highest minimum wages in the country – this is a good thing for workers, a good thing for our overall economy, and something we should take pride in.” Workers are reacting to the city’s long-awaited minimum wage increase.