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OPEIU
LOCAL 8
OPEIU Local 8 is a progressive, democratically run union working for social and economic justice since 1945. Local 8 represents more than 9,000 members all over Washington state working in many settings including offices, health and home care, housing, social services, the insurance industry, legal services and the public sector.
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Local 8
WORKPLACE UPDATES
YouthCare – Contract Vote Now Open
Message to Local 8 members at YouthCare sent April 13, 2026 __ It is time to vote on our new union contract! To review the tentative agreement, click here. The bargaining team fought hard to win these improvements and is proud to recommend a ‘YES’ vote. Voting is open...
Samaritan Healthcare – Submit Your Bargaining Priorities! Upcoming Meetings
SUBMIT YOUR BARGAINING PRIORITIES Message to OPEIU Local 8 represented at Samaritan Healthcare on April 9, 2026 __ Our union contract is set to expire at the end of this June and we're preparing to go negotiate the next one. Next week, please join us for the...
APRIL 2026: Upcoming Events
Message sent to OPEIU Local 8 members on April 6, 2026 __ SHOP STEWARD & LEADERSHIP CONFERENCESaturday, April 1110 AM - 4 PMSeattle Labor Temple (5030 1st Ave S, Seattle) Whether you're new or have years of steward experience, there's a lot to gain at this...
Trades Section – Contract Ratified
Message to OPEIU Local 8 members in Trades Section Master Agreement sent on April 3, 2026 __ Congratulations -- an overwhelming majority voted 'YES' to ratify the new union contract! Thank you to all the members who participated in this process: by completing the...
GENERAL NEWS & EVENTS
APRIL 2026: Upcoming Events
Message sent to OPEIU Local 8 members on April 6, 2026 __ SHOP STEWARD & LEADERSHIP CONFERENCESaturday, April 1110 AM - 4 PMSeattle Labor Temple (5030 1st Ave S, Seattle) Whether you're new or have years of steward experience, there's a lot to gain at this...
SHOP STEWARD & LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE – APRIL 11, 2026
DEAR OPEIU 8 MEMBERS: The contract doesn't enforce itself and rights don't defend themselves. That's why we need trained, engaged members to lead Local 8. Join us April 11th at OPEIU 8's annual Shop Steward and Leadership Conference! Coffee, snacks, and lunch will be...
UNION UPDATE: Membership Survey, North Regional Meeting & Opening for Union Rep
Message to OPEIU Local 8 represented sent on March 18, 2026__ We have a few important updates to share with members, including a membership survey, upcoming regional meeting, and opportunity to get more involved in the work behind the scenes at Local 8. There's a lot...
Shop Steward Committee – March Meeting Cancelled
Message sent to OPEIU Local 8 Shop Stewards and EBoard on March 16, 2026 - __ Hello OPEIU 8 Stewards! This month, we are cancelling our committee meeting (Tuesday, March 17). We're doing so in anticipation of our upcoming conference where Stewards and leaders from...
REASONS TO BECOME A MEMBER
We are strongest when we stand together for our rights at work.
The more members our union has in a workplace, the more we will be able to do to improve wages, working conditions, and benefits during contract negotiations.
Union members and their families are eligible for a variety of benefits, including: OPEIU Scholarships, OPEIU Student Debt Reduction Program, OPEIU Life and AD&D Insurance, Identity Protection, OPEIU Towing/Service calls benefit, and discounts through the Union Plus program.
Local 8’s Hardship Fund provides assistance for members who are experiencing an immediate, severe, and temporary financial situation due to an emergency. Our fellow union members raise money for this fund to help our members in their time of need.
By becoming a member of y/our union, you will be able to vote on future contracts, vote for union officers and vote for (or even become) a Shop Steward or Bargaining Team member.
Our Union
We are a group of workers who joined together to have the power to make our workplaces the best they can be – for the employees and communities we serve. We are the Union! Together, we can do what we can’t do alone.
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