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As RWDSU members across the country plan to mark Juneteenth—the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States—we remember that freedom and justice are not just ideals; they are goals we must continue to fight for every day, on every shop floor, in every community.
Today, workers at The Center for Fiction in Brooklyn, New York, announced their employer has recognized the workers’ union formed with the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU). On Thursday, May 15, 2025, a delegation of workers representing a clear supermajority of workers at The Center sought voluntary recognition of their union from the non-profit. The Center responded and formally recognized the union on May 28. On June 2, authorization cards were reviewed, solidifying RWDSU as the official bargaining representative under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
Today, the RWDSU commemorates the implementation of the Retail Worker Safety Act (RWSA), effective June 4, 2025. This landmark legislation, championed by RWDSU, introduces critical safety measures to protect retail workers across the state.
At the iconic Bloomingdale’s flagship store on 59th Street in New York City, union pride starts on day one. Thanks to RWDSU Local 3 United Storeworkers’ strong union contract, every new hire receives a personal introduction to their union rights, protections, and the power of collective action the moment they begin their journey on the job.
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