Unionized staff at the Alliance for Youth Action have proudly ratified a first contract with 100% of members voting yes.
After winning voluntary recognition in 2023, workers spent two years at the bargaining table securing critical workplace protections, including just cause and progressive discipline, and building a strong foundation for the future. Their first contract delivers real gains in pay, job security and dignity in the workplace.
Contract Highlights:
- Guaranteed 4% wage increases every January 1 for the life of the contract, plus a $1,750 ratification bonus
- Minimum salaries established for covered positions
- Just cause protections with progressive discipline, including warnings and suspension before discharge
- Union security language requiring Guild membership as a condition of employment where permitted by law
- Anti-bullying and non-discrimination protections, along with safeguards against workplace and online surveillance
- Improved layoff protections, including up to four months of severance
- Strong benefits package, including generous vacation, sick leave, fully paid short-term disability and retirement contributions
The Alliance for Youth Action staff are organized with the Washington-Baltimore NewsGuild (TNG-CWA Local 32025).