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SPLC Union Logo: Yesterday, the Department of Justice leveled outrageous allegations at the Southern Poverty Law Center. In so doing, they maligned the integrity of the SPLC workers who have labored tirelessly for decades to expose the dangerous cruelty of extremists and hate groups in the United States.
SPLC logo We are living through a moment that demands leadership. This agreement is leadership in action. It demonstrates the power of trust, solidarity, and shared purpose at the Southern Poverty Law Center. We are ready for the fight ahead. This agreement is a testament to the power of collective bargaining, providing better protections and well-deserved recognition for the workers who drive the SPLC's impact across the South and beyond.
SPLC union logo The workers of the SPLC have ratified a new collective bargaining agreement with the SPLC's management after nine months of negotiations. This is the second contract the SPLC Union has ratified since its formation in 2019, and it includes multiple new pro-labor provisions that will contribute to the organization's health and resilience during a time when the work of the SPLC's line staff is more crucial than ever.
In an email, a SPLC → Read more spokesperson said: "The SPLC Board was unanimous in re-affirming its support of the recent reorganization and in its recognition of the leadership of CEO Margaret Huang. We respect the bargaining unit's right to oppose the changes to the SPLC programs and activities, and we empathize with all employees who were impacted by the staff restructure. These decisions are never easy, but necessary to strengthen our strategic framework and focus so that we can meet the challenges of this decade and beyond.