The Workers Lab

New report alert! ?? We asked 100+ young gig workers about their experiences and vision for the future of work. Swipe to see what they had to say, and read the full report to learn how we can create a more inclusive economy. https://lnkd.in/gRhbKFcy

?? 29.1M immigrants make up 18.6% of US workforce & pay $579B in taxes annually. Mass deportation would cost $500B & slash GDP by $5.1T. The math is clear: Immigrant workers are vital to our economy. We need migrant workers justice. #ImmigrantWorkers #WorkerJustice https://bit.ly/40ImBXY

Workers today face unprecedented challenges. A shifting economy, emerging technologies, and climate change are transforming work as we know it. At the same time, basic protections that took decades to build – from overtime pay to workplace safety – could be rolled back. But at The Workers Lab, we see hope. Every day, we work with innovative workers who aren't just facing these challenges – they're solving them. Through our research, technology, and investment programs, we're helping workers build power and create lasting solutions. This #GivingTuesday, invest in a future where workers lead change: ?? Through our participatory research, workers like Maria are shaping national understanding of today's economy: "Being a researcher gave me a voice I never knew I had. Now policymakers are listening to workers like me about what we really need." ?? Our technology division puts power directly in workers' hands: "The chatbot TWL built helps our 72,000 members understand their rights and take action. It's like having a union rep in your pocket 24/7." - Melissa Unger, SEIU 503 ?? Our Innovation Fund backs worker-led solutions: "When drivers like me wanted to create an ethical alternative to Uber, TWL believed in us. Now we're expanding to 3 cities, showing what's possible when workers lead innovation." - Erik Forman, The Drivers Cooperative Join us in building an economy that works for everyone. https://lnkd.in/gyJ-_JX4

??? Worker protections gained over last 4 years face potential rollback. From NLRB to overtime rules, the stakes are high for labor rights. Real worker power requires more than campaign rhetoric. #WorkerPower #LaborRights https://lnkd.in/es4j67Bs

We've launched the first pro-worker AI chatbot with SEIU 503! Unlike commercial AI, our chatbot is built specifically for unions and their members. With a 77% of users report positive interactions with chatbot, getting actionable, accurate information. What makes it different? It's built WITH workers, not just FOR them. That means: ?? 24/7 accurate contract information ??? True multilingual support ?? Deep understanding of labor terms ?? Direct connection to union resources Want to see how our worker-centered technology can support your organization? Let's connect! https://lnkd.in/eQVA-Gg6 #WorkerTech #AIforWorkers #LaborInnovation #UnionStrong #TechForGood #FutureOfWork

39 Million Americans make less than $15/hr while working full-time. 'I don't expect to be rich, I just expect to pay the heat bill.' Workers share their stories of struggling on minimum wage - unchanged since 2009. Time for change. #FightFor15 #WorkerJustice https://lnkd.in/gEBXv7Vu

Meet Shelly Steward, our Chief Research Officer who's revolutionizing our research on work, in direct partnership with workers! From picking strawberries in rural Oregon to leading our groundbreaking participatory research, Shelly brings both lived experience and academic expertise to The Workers Lab. As someone who is queer and autistic, she's committed to making research accessible and empowering for everyone. Under her leadership, we're pioneering new ways to put workers at the center of research and solutions. Swipe through to learn more about how she's helping build a more equitable future of work! ???? https://lnkd.in/eVav7Rm3

?? During peak season, warehouse workers clock 43+ hours/week - yet many face wage theft and labor violations. Workers deserve fair pay for ALL hours worked including prep time, meetings & OT. Know your rights and get help: 1-866-487-9243 #WorkersRights #FairPay https://lnkd.in/d7_jXyqY

Training? Experience? Benefits? Young gig workers are facing a frustrating paradox: entry-level jobs require years of experience, while gig work offers flexibility but no path forward. Our latest research with 100+ young workers reveals how they're navigating this broken system – and their bold ideas for fixing it. Learn how the next generation plans to transform workplace training and career development: https://lnkd.in/gRhbKFcy

Every worker deserves the power to organize without fear of retaliation. When companies spend millions fighting unions instead of investing in worker well-being, it shows where their true priorities lie. #WorkerRights #UnionStrong https://lnkd.in/eA4GxAtT