The management's rights clause has found its way into almost all union contracts. For years it often consisted of a single sentence, but the longer this clause gets, the more it can undermine the whole rest of your contract. Learn why these clauses are so dangerous and how to narrow the language back down.
This session will feature a short song at the start by Joe Jencks, Musicians Local 1000.
Are you in a workers cooperative? Is your union or worker center organizing or supporting workers co-ops? Are you curious about how unions and cooperatives can work together for democracy and workers’ power? Come share experiences, resources, and ideas.
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:05am - 12:35pm CDT John Wayne
Rising temperatures, severe storms, and other climate-fueled disasters are already threatening workers' safety. While health and safety laws are designed to protect workers during emergency conditions, enforcement agencies do not have resources to keep workers from harm. Unions can both prevent these risks and fight for a sustainable planet. Practice using health and safety tools to reflect on your own experiences with climate change hazards and take action in your union.
