Labor unions

Definition

Labor unions are organizations formed by workers from related fields that work together to protect their collective interests and improve working conditions. They engage in negotiations with employers to secure better wages, benefits, and job security for their members.

Related terms

Collective Bargaining: The process by which labor unions negotiate with employers on behalf of their members to establish the terms of employment.

Strike: A work stoppage initiated by employees as a protest against poor working conditions or unfair labor practices.

Worker's Rights: Legal rights and entitlements relating to labor relations between workers and employers, including the right to organize into trade unions and engage in collective bargaining