AFL-CIO

Unions Begin With You

When working people come together, they make things better for everyone. Joining together in unions enables workers to negotiate for higher wages and benefits and improve conditions in the workplace. There are millions of union members in America from all walks of life. These individuals know that by speaking up together, you can accomplish more than you could on your own.

Joining together in unions not only leads to better lives for you and your co-workers, but helps build a better America, now and for future generations.

Logo of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), featuring a handshake over a map of New Jersey with the words 'New Jersey'.

The AFL-CIO Cares About…

Red background with white text saying "Ensure quality education for all". Three cartoon characters wearing face masks and holding books.
Quality Education
A stethoscope, a red heart, and paper cutouts of a family holding hands on a light blue background.
Health Care
Conference logo with an image of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and text reading "Reclaiming the Fight for Justice, Freedom, and Progress" and "Toward the Dream" at the 2025 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference.
Civil Rights