Spring 2026
President’s Letter Your Vote Shapes the Future of Care Work in California Important Dates for the June Primary Election “We
President’s Letter Your Vote Shapes the Future of Care Work in California Important Dates for the June Primary Election “We
Dear union family, As we welcome a new season—sunnier days, new growth—we’re reminded that our fight continues. When our workforce, our
This June’s state primary election will have a major impact on the future of care work in California—and as care
Elections don’t only happen in November, and it’s crucial that we use our voices to elect champions who fight for us. California’s Primary Election
Longtime home care provider and UDW political leader Rachel Terry wants every care worker to understand one thing: your vote
Starting in July, we’re rolling out digital membership cards that download directly to your phone! This change will make it easier for you
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — As inflation and economic uncertainty continue to surge, United Domestic Workers (UDW) and the California Community Colleges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEPress Contact: Kayla Blado 240-489-1803,kayla.blado@hailstonecommunications.comMarch 19, 2026 San Diego, Cal. – Upon hearing the recent news of labor
March 17, 2026 VIA UFW FOUNDATION — As a women-led organization that exists to empower communities, the allegations about abusive
Even as we faced threats like proposed cuts to hours and overtime, members stood together and won real gains. Together, UDW members ratified
In November, UDW members heard directly from candidates seeking to become California’s next Governor during a powerful gubernatorial tele–town hall. Home care workers and family child care providers
My union family, Happy New Year! It’s finally 2026 following a heck of a year. In 2025, we fought back cuts to essential programs and went head-to-head with the federal government to try
President’s Letter Cooking with Care: UDW Member Recipes Celebrating our 2025 Contract Victories! UDW Hosts California Gubernatorial Tele–Town Hall Centering
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEPress Contact: Kayla Blado 240-489-1803, kayla.blado@hailstonecommunications.com January 28, 2026 San Diego, Cal. – The United Domestic Workers (UDW
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEPress Contact: Kayla Blado 240-489-1803, kayla.blado@hailstonecommunications.com January 12, 2026 Sacramento, Cal. — Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom released
New contract raises wages to $18.90/hr on January 1st for 51,000 workers, so they can afford the rising cost of
Pedro J. Williams Sr.’s caregiving story began decades ago, shaped by love, loss, and an unwavering commitment to family. Born
Our union’s fight for justice isn’t new. The labor of providing care has always been tied to struggles for racial,
After weeks of voting, meetings, home visits, and powerful organizing, child care providers have overwhelmingly ratified our third contract with
Union members must vote on the agreement. Voting will continue until Monday, Sept. 22, at 4:00 PM. Together, we amplified
From the earliest days of the labor movement, working people have come together to demand better—better pay, better treatment, better