Starbucks’ Anti-Union Tactic DEFEATED: When Starbucks tried to strip borrowing rights from Partners at newly unuonized stores, the United Steelworkers (USW) fought back — and we won.

Here’s what was at stake:

• Borrowing Hours: Many employees rely on the ability to borrow hours from other stores to maintain their benefits.

• Starbucks’ Anti-Union Move: The company attempted to penalize unionized workers by removing this essential right.

• The Law is Clear: Unionizing us your right, and retaliation is illegal.

USW took action, defending the rights of Starbucks employees to borrow hours, protect their benefits, and continue earning a living — without fear of punishment for unionizing. This victory proves that when workers stand together with USW, corporate bullying doesn’t stand a chance.

Ready to protect your rights, your voice and your livelihood? Join the movement!

Tired of making just enough to scrape by? It’s time for a change. USW fights for wages that rise with the cost of living, so you can thrive, not just survive.

Burns, spills, stress - your safety matters. The USW makes sure starbucks follow real health and safety protocols, giving you peace of mind every shift.

With USW, you’re protected from unfair layoffs, favouritism, and sketchy management moves. Your job, your rights, guaranteed. With the union on your side, every partner gets a fair shot.

✅ FACT: Unions are run by workers, for workers and YOU have a say in where your union dues go. Your dues go toward fighting for better pay, benefits and protections — not corporate profits. Think of it as an investment in YOU. Learn more about union dues.

✅ FACT: A union strengthens what you already have by locking it into a legally binding contract. Without one, your employer can change your pay and benefits anytime. With a union, it’s all protected.

✅ FACT: YOU are the union. It’s made up of your coworkers, so who better to advocate for your needs? You’re the voice that decides what matters most. 🎤✊

✅ FACT: Strikes are rare, and they only happen if members — yes, YOU— vote for them. Unions are about giving workers choices, not taking them away.

✅ FACT: Workers are unionizing more than ever to demand fair pay, safety, and respect. The fight for better working conditions is always relevant. It’s never out of style to stand up for yourself!