Furry @pawb.social squirrel @lemmy.blahaj.zone 10 mo. ago

uWunionize!

Two tweets by the union "Industrial Workers of the World" (from2020) reminding furries that they have a place in the worker movement: Fursuit makers can join the Textile and Leather Workers, artists can join the Printing and Publishing Workers.

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I knew paying dues to the IWW was a good idea.
Gives a new meaning to "trots" lol
I assume this would be for those freelancers doing commercial work, not those offering to sketch your fursona for US$50. What would a union do for the latter?
- It depends, of course. Besides offering community, most unions offer advise and legal support if necessary.
  
  That makes sense, yeah. I usually just think of them representing your interests to a company which doesn't make as much sense to me with individual one-off jobs. That's all I was confused about.
- I don't think so. Fursuits aren't a thing likely to be commissioned by companies.
  
  Fursuits aren’t a thing likely to be commissioned by companies.
  
  they probably meant artwork for mascots and stuff
What's the point of joining a Union when you don't have an employer to rip you off??
- There's still good reasons to join a union! Most importantly, unions advocate for their industry in government, which will benefit everyone regardless. Many will also offer direct benefits such as special discounts, but that'll depend on each union. Mine, for example, offers a discount on AT&T phone plans and even a union credit card.

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