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Why I Joined

Real stories from real workers:
NUHW members tell their stories

What motivates healthcare workers to take action and form a union in their workplace?

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Monique Tu

Ultrasound Technologist
Fountain Valley Medical Center

Monique conquered her fears to help lead her co-workers in forming a union and demanding a voice in their workplace.

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Andrew Fernandez

Laboratory Assistant
USC Norris Cancer Hospital

Andrew and his co-workers asserted their rights and won a voice at their hospital by overcoming management's "campaign of doubt."

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Barbara Buckley

Radiation Therapist
USC Norris Cancer Hospital

Ignoring management's scare tactics, Barbara and her co-workers fought to protect themselves, their families, and their patients.

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Jeanne Waite

Licensed Vocational Nurse
West Anaheim Medical Center

Faced with layoffs, Jeanne and her co-workers organized to protect their jobs and create a better, safer environment for caregivers and patients.

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Chris Molanzo

Respiratory Therapist
West Anaheim Medical Center

Chris and his co-workers fought for respect, fair treatment, and wages comparable to those of other local healthcare workers.

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Kari Helgeson

Radiology Technologist
St. Joseph Eureka

When management started making cuts, Kari and her co-workers took action to increase their wages and protect their hard-earned benefits.

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David Hampton

Animal Tech
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

David wanted a union that insisted on the active participation and engagement of its members.

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