This historic win was achieved at great risk to the workers who, as independent contractors, chose to strike even though their strike would NOT be legally protected under US labor law. In the face of much uncertainty, they chose to stand up, stand together & organize!
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On July 13, the writers raised concerns and requested improvements from management. When demands were not met, they launched
@VOW_Together and began their groundbreaking strike three days later.https://twitter.com/VOW_Together/status/1283554321318268928?s=20 …Show this thread -
How did the writers navigate this unprecedented 21 day strike? By coordinating together in unity, by the trust they built, & by receiving incredible support from fans of
@lovestruckgame Over 4K fans signed on to demand that workers receive fair pay!https://www.coworker.org/petitions/lovestruck-writers-deserve-fair-pay-1 …Show this thread -
Secondly, fans & allies donated a total of $7,723 to the Voltage Organized Workers Support Fund to support striking workers!!!!https://www.gofundme.com/f/voltage-organized-workers-support-fund?utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link-tip …
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Also, did we mention that ALL 21 workers are women, non-binary, and/or LGBTQIA and that they have only ever met virtually? Worker organizing is not only possible in the digital age, it is acutely necessary!

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Are you a worker in the tech & game industry? Are you looking to organize your workplace? Reach out with the link below and we can help you organize as well! (That's how
@VOW_Together reached out to us!)http://code-cwa.org/organizeShow this thread
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Hell yes I'm so happy for y'all, this is amazing!!
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Gamers rise up!!
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Not gamers. Developers.
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