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Want to form a union?

If you’re working in a job classification that is covered by a PROTEC17 contract and would like to join our union, please fill out our Application for Membership. Please note that even if your classification is covered by PROTEC17, you do not automatically have an Active membership. Filling out our application ensures that you fully activate your union membership!

If you’re not sure if your classification is covered by PROTEC17, or are interested in forming a union at your workplace, contact our organizing team at join@protec17.org.

Featured members

Minna has pink hair and wearing large, reddish-colored glasses. She is smiling and wearing a light brown teddy bear jacket.

“I signed a union card because together we can create a fairer and stronger workplace for everyone.”

- Minna Elo, Senior Business Systems Analyst (King County IT)

Jeremy is wearing a cap on backwards as well as some circular glasses. He is smiling and wearing a dark blue shirt with a paper name tag that says,

“I organize because I believe in the power of unions to improve the lives of working people. Without organizing, we have no power, and we leave our lives in the hands of those who simply do not care about us. I believe we can completely change this world through organizing, solidarity, and direct action.”

- Jeremy Ward, Senior Engineer (King County IT)

Picture of PROTEC17 member Chancelor Schreiber in a suit and tie.

“It’s important to show and celebrate the way our union impacts our lives, in and outside of work. Without our union, work conditions would be set by the person who signs the checks and they would prioritize numbers/capital over people without anyone to hold them accountable. Together we can make history by leading the way and showing examples of how unions can protect employees and our families!”

- Chancelor Schreiber, Medical Assistant (King County Public Health)

Herb is wearing a cap and rectangular glasses. He is smiling and part of his bright blue collar is showing.

“I am organizing because my team needs a seat at the table for upcoming budget and future of work discussions.”

- Herb Acken, Business Systems Analyst (King County IT)

Picture of PROTEC17 member Johnny Townsend.

“I joined our union the moment I accepted my City of Seattle job, which was the first union I’ve ever even had a chance to join. Not one of my previous jobs over 35 years was unionized. I’d watched Norma Rae, Made in Dagenham, and Matewan growing up and knew the importance of unions and was happy to finally be able to pay dues and support such an important organization.”

- Johnny Townsend, Cashier (City of Seattle Parks)

Picture of PROTEC17 member Alicia Brown in a PROTEC17 hoodie, posing with a blow up rainbow unicorn.

“I joined my union to support PROTEC17’s advocacy for competitive salaries, benefits, and professional growth opportunities for everyone. As a new Steward, I am focused on growing solidarity and participation in activities.”

- Alicia Brown, Solution Architect (King County IT)

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