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OPEIU
LOCAL 8
OPEIU Local 8 is a progressive, democratically run union working for social and economic justice since 1945. Local 8 represents more than 9,000 members all over Washington state working in many settings including offices, health and home care, housing, social services, the insurance industry, legal services and the public sector.
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Local 8
WORKPLACE UPDATES
Sea Mar – Bargaining Update
We continue to negotiate our next contract because we know Sea Mar can do better for all of us. Living costs are surging and we need the wages to keep up. To reflect the times we're living in, we need a higher Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). COLAs are made to...
AUGUST 2026: Upcoming Events
SOLIDARITY BINGO Saturday, Aug. 1512 PMIBEW 76 Main Hall3049 S 36th St., Tacoma Are you a music-lover? Game night champ? Or do you just want a good reason to get out of the house? Join us for bingo with a musical twist next weekend in Tacoma! Bring your friends and...
Northwest Justice Project – Upcoming Meeting Schedule
We wanted to share the upcoming meeting schedule for the remainder of this year. Membership meetings are a chance for our members at Northwest Justice Project to connect with one another, share info, ask questions, and more, with your Union Rep Valarie in attendance....
YWC: Summer Social on Aug. 29
You are invited to join us for our Summer Social on Aug. 29 from 10a - 2p! This year, we're volunteering at Solid Ground's Marra Farm, led by YWC's own Bela Sanchez. Spend a few hours in nature, give back to our community, share a meal, and get to know fellow young...
GENERAL NEWS & EVENTS
AUGUST 2026: Upcoming Events
SOLIDARITY BINGO Saturday, Aug. 1512 PMIBEW 76 Main Hall3049 S 36th St., Tacoma Are you a music-lover? Game night champ? Or do you just want a good reason to get out of the house? Join us for bingo with a musical twist next weekend in Tacoma! Bring your friends and...
YWC: Summer Social on Aug. 29
You are invited to join us for our Summer Social on Aug. 29 from 10a - 2p! This year, we're volunteering at Solid Ground's Marra Farm, led by YWC's own Bela Sanchez. Spend a few hours in nature, give back to our community, share a meal, and get to know fellow young...
2026 Primary Election Endorsements
We are proud to announce OPEIU Local 8's official endorsements for the 2026 Primary Election. HOW WE GOT HERE This year, we saw more interest than ever from candidates seeking the support of our 9,000+ members. OPAL (Office Professionals Acting Legislatively), our...
Shop Stewards: Save the Date!
Hello OPEIU 8 Shop Stewards, Thank you for supporting strong unions at your worksites. Your efforts to build power through education, advocacy, and action make a real difference in the lives of your colleagues. SAVE THE DATE Please join us on Tuesday, August 18, at 6...
REASONS TO BECOME A MEMBER
We are strongest when we stand together for our rights at work.
The more members our union has in a workplace, the more we will be able to do to improve wages, working conditions, and benefits during contract negotiations.
Union members and their families are eligible for a variety of benefits, including: OPEIU Scholarships, OPEIU Student Debt Reduction Program, OPEIU Life and AD&D Insurance, Identity Protection, OPEIU Towing/Service calls benefit, and discounts through the Union Plus program.
Local 8’s Hardship Fund provides assistance for members who are experiencing an immediate, severe, and temporary financial situation due to an emergency. Our fellow union members raise money for this fund to help our members in their time of need.
By becoming a member of y/our union, you will be able to vote on future contracts, vote for union officers and vote for (or even become) a Shop Steward or Bargaining Team member.
Our Union
We are a group of workers who joined together to have the power to make our workplaces the best they can be – for the employees and communities we serve. We are the Union! Together, we can do what we can’t do alone.
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