{"id":55110,"date":"2024-08-19T12:34:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T12:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/?post_type=actions&#038;p=55110"},"modified":"2024-11-18T15:10:52","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T15:10:52","slug":"piggly-wiggly-union","status":"publish","type":"actions","link":"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/actions\/campaign\/piggly-wiggly-union\/","title":{"rendered":"Piggly Wiggly Union"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong><strong>Join our growing union movement at Piggly Wiggly!<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"spacer\">\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"button\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/actions\/campaign\/piggly-wiggly-union-espanol\/\">Haz clic aqu\u00ed para leer en Espa\u00f1ol<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"spacer\">\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Piggly Wiggly is one of the oldest, most beloved <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/who-we-represent\/grocery\/\">grocery chains<\/a> in the country &#8211; and we\u2019re working to make it even better! Our coworkers at Piggly Wiggly\u2019s across Wisconsin have already unionized to secure living wages and balanced schedules, so it\u2019s time for more of us to win what we need to keep our stores running smoothly in the face of unprecedented change in the grocery industry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Starting a union gives us the power to hold our company accountable and ensure we have everything we need to thrive on the job. With our collective voice, we establish a fair standard for how we\u2019re treated <em>every time<\/em> we clock in.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you work at Piggly Wiggly and want to take the first step towards improving your career, fill out the form below! A UFCW organizer will reach out to you to discuss what\u2019s going on at your store. Now is the perfect time to take action and join hundreds of other Piggly Wiggly team members who have already made their jobs better with a union.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<a id=\"sau-form\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"tw-bg-blue tw--mx-4 lg:tw--mx-6 tw-relative\" data-module=\"ufcw-form\" id=\"cta-\">\n    <div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 contained-block module-padding\">\n        <span class=\"tw-mx-6 zeta tw-text-white tw-inline-block tw underline line-gold tw-mb-4\"><\/span>\n        <h2 class=\"alpha tw-text-white tw-mb-0 tw-px-6\"><\/h2>\n                    <script>\nvar 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Piggly Wiggly workers across the state of Wisconsin, for instance, have already won strong contracts featuring competitive compensation and affordable healthcare policies that give workers a voice in how plans are chosen and implemented.<br><br>Want to be a part of building a better Piggly Wiggly for current and future workers? Fill out the form above and connect with a UFCW union organizer today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"spacer\">\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong>What We\u2019re Fighting For at Piggly Wiggly<\/strong>:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2020\/09\/Large-wages-1.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37717\" style=\"width:38px;height:38px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Living Wages<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re unionizing to secure wages that keep up with the cost of living and reflect the value we bring to our stores.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"244\" height=\"244\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2022\/05\/benefit-icon-helathcare.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-49042\" style=\"width:46px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2022\/05\/benefit-icon-helathcare.png 244w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2022\/05\/benefit-icon-helathcare-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 244px) 100vw, 244px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Affordable and Comprehensive Healthcare<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve already made significant improvements to the healthcare plans at our union shops &#8211; and we\u2019re fighting to bring these same victories to Piggly Wiggly stores across the country!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2020\/09\/Large-fair-scheduling.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37700\" style=\"width:38px;height:38px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Predictable Hours and Fair Schedules<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">With our union, we have predictability and fairness in our schedules. All Piggly Wiggly workers should have access to balanced schedules, and our scheduling policies shouldn\u2019t be based on favoritism. We also shouldn\u2019t have to worry about not getting enough hours each week.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"110\" height=\"135\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2022\/07\/gloves.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-55154\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:62px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Equipment That Helps Us Do Our Best Work<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We shouldn\u2019t have to supply our own uniforms and work gear, especially when we\u2019re handling meat or other messy products. That\u2019s why we\u2019re fighting for a union contract that guarantees access to any and all equipment we need to thrive on the job.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2020\/09\/Large-reuniting-families.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37710\" style=\"width:45px;height:44px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A Voice in our Stores:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re unionizing to secure a voice on the job and a real say in the policies that affect our careers at Piggly Wiggly. With a union, we can demand greater accountability across the company &#8211; ensuring we\u2019re treated with dignity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<section class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 contained-block module-padding\" data-module=\"gallery\">\n    <h2 class=\"gamma\">Hear From Members of the Grocery Union<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"tw-flex tw-flex-wrap\">\n                                                                                                                            <div class=\"tw-mb-12  tw-w-full\">\n                        <a\n                            aria-label=\"We Are the Grocery Union\"\n                            href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/-9FDMDdS4f4\"\n                            class=\"relative block\"\n                            data-lity>\n                            <div data-id=\"video-holder-896530553\" class=\"play-button tw-w-full tw-aspect-ratio-16\/9 tw-relative \">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                    alt=\"\"\n                                    class=\"tw-absolute tw-object-cover tw-w-full tw-h-full\"\n                                    src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/02\/we-are-the-grocery-union-piggly-wiggly-header.jpg\"\n                                    data-object-fit=\"cover\"\n                                >\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                                        <div class=\"tw-mb-12 md:tw-w-1\/2 md:even:tw-pr-4 md:odd:tw-pl-4 tw-w-full\">\n                        <a\n                            aria-label=\"King Soopers Spotlight: Valarie\"\n                            href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/0-jLyPx_sCs\"\n                            class=\"relative block\"\n                            data-lity>\n                            <div data-id=\"video-holder-647974978\" class=\"play-button tw-w-full tw-aspect-ratio-16\/9 tw-relative \">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                    alt=\"\"\n                                    class=\"tw-absolute tw-object-cover tw-w-full tw-h-full\"\n                                    src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2020\/04\/kroger-split_shop-valarie-thumbnail.jpg\"\n                                    data-object-fit=\"cover\"\n                                >\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                                        <div class=\"tw-mb-12 md:tw-w-1\/2 md:even:tw-pr-4 md:odd:tw-pl-4 tw-w-full\">\n                        <a\n                            aria-label=\"We Are the ShopRite Union\"\n                            href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/n81zbDH0E_k\"\n                            class=\"relative block\"\n                            data-lity>\n                            <div data-id=\"video-holder-503650634\" class=\"play-button tw-w-full tw-aspect-ratio-16\/9 tw-relative \">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                                    alt=\"\"\n                                    class=\"tw-absolute tw-object-cover tw-w-full tw-h-full\"\n                                    src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2020\/10\/shoprite-thumbnail-we-are-the-shoprite-union.jpg\"\n                                    data-object-fit=\"cover\"\n                                >\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n\n                    \n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Summer-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56031\" style=\"width:224px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Summer-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Summer-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Summer-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Summer-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Summer.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I love all the discount programs the union has to offer. Helps me save a lot of money through the year.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div><cite>&#8211; Summer<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/david-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56034\" style=\"width:227px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/david-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/david-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/david-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/david-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/david.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;With the crazy cost of health care now a days. I&#8217;m very thankful for our Union health plan which is very affordable, and we get a voice on any changes.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div><cite>&#8211; David<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Brett-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56035\" style=\"width:227px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Brett-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Brett-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Brett-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Brett-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Brett.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;I love the securities my Union contract brings, especially with scheduling.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div><cite>&#8211; Brett<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Joe-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-56038\" style=\"width:233px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Joe-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Joe-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Joe-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Joe-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2024\/08\/Joe.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Seniority is very important to me, it&#8217;s a critical benefit that we have that can ensure fair treatment and equal pay.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div><cite>&#8211; Joe<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"quote\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does having a union matter?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having a union gives you and your coworkers a collective voice &#8211; making us more powerful than we&#8217;d be alone. With a union, you get a chance to forge a better future at Piggly Wiggly and hold company leadership accountable to your needs as a worker.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is UFCW?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) represents nearly 900,000 grocery workers across the United States and Canada, including hundreds of Piggly Wiggly workers in Wisconsin!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UFCW union organizers support workers like you as you win strong contracts and build outstanding careers in the grocery industry. They\u2019re here to help us foster more equitable workplaces through the power of collective action.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I start a union at my Piggly Wiggly store?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It all starts with reaching out to a UFCW organizer and sharing your story. They\u2019ll learn about what\u2019s happening at your store and help you talk to your coworkers about starting a union! Fill out the form above to get connected today.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What kind of healthcare do union Piggly Wiggly workers have?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UFCW Local 1473 offers an incredible health plan for its members at a very affordable cost. Individual and family plans that cover medical, prescriptions, dental, and vision.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With local officers and Administrators on-site, claim issues and questions can be addressed quicker and more timely. The board of trustees meet regularly to ensure our members are getting the coverage they need, for the best cost possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I like working at Piggly Wiggly? Would things change if I start a union?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you love working for Piggly Wiggly &#8211; having a union can help you make things <em>even better. <\/em>When you unionize, you and your coworkers get the opportunity to come together, collaborate over ideas for a better workplace, and negotiate with Piggly Wiggly to turn those ideas into contract provisions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there\u2019s something specific that you love about your store, you can work to incorporate it into your contract. And, on the other hand, if there\u2019s something that isn\u2019t working for you, you can propose a change and advocate for what you need. There\u2019s only room to grow upward when you start your union!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I be punished for talking about starting a union at my store?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under federal law, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/union-101\/know-your-rights\/what-can-i-say-about-unions\/\"><strong>you\u2019re legally allowed to talk about starting a union<\/strong><\/a> (or just your working conditions in general), while you\u2019re on the clock. However, it\u2019s always important to have these conversations as safely as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting in touch with a UFCW union organizer is the first step in keeping things safe when you\u2019re thinking about unionizing at Piggly Wiggly. <a href=\"#sau-form\"><strong>Reach out to us today<\/strong><\/a> to start chatting about your store.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How will grocery store divestitures and the Kroger\/Albertsons merger affect Piggly Wiggly? Would having a union at my store change that?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Due to the upcoming merger of Kroger &amp; Albertsons, many grocery stores across the country are closing or changing ownership. This unprecedented change could lead to more Piggly Wiggly stores opening quickly, along with other rapid changes at our company.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having a union is more important than ever in the face of these unprecedented changes, as it gives us more ground to stand on. With a union, we have stronger protections against unilateral&nbsp; changes and other developments that affect our careers &amp; livelihoods!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does my immigration status affect my ability to join a union?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, your immigration status does not impact your ability to start a union or talk with your coworkers about unionizing. In fact, it\u2019s illegal for your employer to threaten you with immigration enforcement or use your immigration status to intimidate you from discussing a union on the job!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can read more about your rights when starting a union as an immigrant<a href=\"https:\/\/aflcio.org\/about\/programs\/adelante-we-rise\/immigration-resources\/know-your-rights-materials-immigrant-workers\"> here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What citizenship programs does UFCW support for Piggly Wiggly workers?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Immigrant worker processes that UFCW Local 1473 provides assistance for:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deferred Action for Labor Enforcement(DALE)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is an immigration policy for noncitizen workers who are victims of, or witnesses to, the violation of labor rights, can now access a streamlined and expedited deferred action request process. Deferred action protects noncitizen workers from threats of immigration-related retaliation from exploitive employers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UFCW Local 1473 provides assistance with filling out all required documents along, with support from a team of immigration attorneys.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>UFCW Local 1473\/New American Citizenship Fund<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Fund to support UFCW members who apply for U.S. Citizenship.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The New American Citizenship Fund is made possible by UFCW local union support to the United Latinos of the UFCW. The scholarship is for UFCW members who have applied for U.S. citizenship and who have demonstrated a strong commitment to building a stronger voice for workers in their Union and in their community through active engagement in advancing social and economic justice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;The United Latinos of the UFCW has created a special fund that will distribute scholarships in the amount of $600.00 per member. Since our partnership with the United Latinos of UFCW, Local 1473 averages over 50 scholarships annually.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is a US immigration policy that gives some undocumented immigrants who came to the country as children a two-year period of deferred action from deportation. DACA recipients may also be eligible for work authorization and potential renewals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does my immigration status affect my ability to join a union?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"paragraph\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, your immigration status does not impact your ability to start a union or talk with your coworkers about unionizing. In fact, it\u2019s illegal for your employer to threaten you with immigration enforcement or use your immigration status to intimidate you from discussing a union on the job!&nbsp;<br>You can read more about your rights when starting a union as an immigrant <a href=\"https:\/\/aflcio.org\/about\/programs\/adelante-we-rise\/immigration-resources\/know-your-rights-materials-immigrant-workers\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<br>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<br>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\">\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<br>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<br>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<div style=\"width: 75px;margin: auto;margin-bottom: -30px\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ufcw.org\/wp-content\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2020\/09\/StartUnion.svg\" width=\"75px\" height=\"75px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"heading\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"block-14ba88e9-d0d7-4873-9878-7093939e51b4\">Ready to be part of the Piggly Wiggly Union?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-7d812b4c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"button\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#sau-form\">Let&#8217;s Go<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<br>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<br>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"tw-max-w-217 tw-m-auto tw-px-6 rich-text contained-block\" data-module=\"html\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join our growing union movement at Piggly Wiggly! 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