Submitted by Yolanda on June 11, 2009 - 2:55pm.
What Role Will I play as a UAW Member?
You will play a vital role because the members are the highest authority in the UAW. Through your union meetings you will decide by vote how the local union’s money is spent, what motions are passed and what business is conducted. The UAW Constitution insures each member their full democratic rights.
As a Member: YOU
* Elect your OWN Local Union Officers
* Run your OWN Local Union Affairs
* Elect your OWN Negotiating Team
* Vote on your OWN Union Contract
* Elect your OWN Grievance Handlers
The membership is the FINAL VOICE of authority and decision in your UAW Union.
As a UAW member, one of the easiest things you will do is attend your monthly union meetings. Union meetings keep you informed - reports are given, decisions are made and you may ask questions and then vote on what you think should be done.
You can also join one of ten standing committees which deal with a variety of subjects from recreation to education, from community service to grass roots political action. You can even help in the workplace promoting the Union’s programs. No matter how little time you have to contribute, there is something for every member of the UAW.
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