2,500 Philadelphia Security Officers Score Victory in National Battle for Economic Fairness
January 18, 2022
Underpaid Workers Win First-Ever Citywide Union Contract...And New Hope for a Better Life
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March 4, 2020
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We are sad to announce the sudden loss of one of our nation's most vital & energetic union leaders - 32BJ SEIU President Hector Figueroa
July 12, 2019
This Black History Month, Meet Security Officer Anthony Peterson – An Army Veteran Fighting for Better Pay & Respect for ALL Security Officers
February 26, 2019
This Veterans Day, Show Your Support by Taking One Second to Help Security Officers Who Served
November 10, 2018
Meet Officer Rhudy -- “The more we work together to improve our lives, the safer our communities will be. When we have respect, a voice on the job and fair pay, we can contribute to society and send our kids to decent schools.”.
October 26, 2018
Christopher Rhudy loves to help people.
Meet Veteran & Security Officer Peterson, fighting for better wages so officers don't have to work so much overtime -- “I give up time with my family & I barely see my 8-year-old. I miss spending time with her.”
October 18, 2018
Gear Review! Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Handcuffs!
October 4, 2018
Union Security Officers in Seattle just WON a new contract that raises the minimum wage of Union Security Officers to $17.27 by 2022
September 20, 2018
Union Security Officer Encourages others to Stick Together – Respect, Equality, Better Pay & Job Security
September 18, 2018
More Than 100 Janitors, Security Officers & Supporters—Including Survivors of Assault--March 100 Miles in Support of Protection Against Sexual Violence at Work
September 18, 2018
Labor Day is All About Celebrating a Better Life for Working People – It’s a Good Day to Meet Morgan McCormick, A San Diego Security Officer Fighting for Her Future
August 31, 2018
Houston Janitors & Security Officers Urge City Hall to Hire Only Responsible Contractors
August 29, 2018
Silicon Valley Security Officers Ratify First Contract in One of the Largest Private-Sector Organizing Efforts in California History
August 13, 2018
San Diego Security Officers Who are Paid Minimum Wage and Fear Homelessness for Their Families Join Together in Fight for Good Union Jobs
June 28, 2018
San Diego Security Officers & Supporters Speak Out on Crisis within Security Industry
May 17, 2018
SHOE GUIDE -- A Security Officers Best Friend!
May 8, 2018
“I have to live simply on what the security companies pay us. I have to plan very carefully to survive on my hourly wage.”
April 11, 2018
"It's not just me, my co-workers are struggling too. So many of us work 2nd jobs, work overtime, and we have to move our families to Mexico---this is just so we can pay our bills, nothing extra," he says.
March 13, 2018
Meet Officer Maria Pfende -- "Promotions are hard to come by for women in our industry. Sometimes they don't support us because of our gender. But we need to keep going. We need to change this."
March 8, 2018
For International Women's Day, Meet 15-year Officer Robin Morris - "Security is a male-dominated industry. Ladies, when you feel you are right, you got to speak up for yourself. You got to let people know we mean business."
March 7, 2018
Silicon Valley Heats Up as Security Officers & Supporters Highlight the Risk of Using Low-Road Contractors like First Security Services (FSS)
February 23, 2018
"I just wish it wasn't this hard to survive" - Meet LeAndre Aubrey. Hear why he thinks First Security Services needs to do better & what Black History Month means to him
February 21, 2018
Security Officers Rally at Apple Shareholder Meeting Over Tech Giant's Broken Promise to Drop Low-Road Contractor - Security Industry Specialists
February 15, 2018
I work two jobs, 16-hour days, and I still struggle. For Black History Month, I'm sharing my story so that we stay encouraged and hold security companies accountable
February 13, 2018
I’ve been a security officer for 20 years and I’m struggling on what they pay. For Black History Month, I want to share my story and our fight to win improvements in San Diego
February 7, 2018
U.S Security Associates Sees Responsibility Status Plunge to Lowest Possible Level in Silicon Valley and Portland, OR Markets
December 21, 2017
San Diego Security Officers Standing Up & Demanding Employers Follow the Law regarding the Sick Leave Ordinance
October 5, 2017
I’m a Security Officer and I was Disciplined for Accepting Help during Hurricane
October 3, 2017
With grit and determination, Houston janitor Manuel Torres helped Hurricane Harvey victims. With grit and determination, he will win a union.
September 29, 2017
Texas State Senator Garcia Joined Houston Security Officers & Janitors in Release of Report on Allegations of Wage Theft by City Contractors
September 28, 2017
Houston security officer Lois Lockett lost nearly everything in Hurricane Harvey—except her desire to fight for a union
September 25, 2017
Hundreds of Silicon Valley Security Officers Rally at Steps of Low-Road Contractor First Security Services
September 22, 2017
“I told myself to be the strongest woman in there.” How a Houston janitor became a hero of Hurricane Harvey
September 21, 2017
First Security Loses Largest Account at Premier Bay-Area Office Park
September 7, 2017
Safety Awareness Materials for Responders During Hurricanes
August 28, 2017
Tech Workers Join Fight to Demand Amazon End Silence & Provide Security Officers a Fair Path to Join Union
August 18, 2017
Seattle Security Officer Fights to Improve Working Conditions with Contractor U.S. Security Associates
August 4, 2017
U.S Security Associates Sees Contractor Responsibility Status Plunge to Lowest Possible Level in Seattle Market
July 20, 2017
Security Contractor Guard Management, Inc. (GMI) See’s Responsibility Rating Nose-Dive
July 18, 2017
It’s Heating Up as Security Officers Rally at First Security Sites throughout San Jose
June 30, 2017
San Diego Security Officer Speaking Up for Better Communication & Fairness at the Worksite
June 26, 2017
Washington State Labor Community Sends Strong Message to Amazon Demanding They Hold Their Security Contractor Accountable
June 23, 2017
June 20, 2017
San Diego Security Officer Fighting to Make Improvements in Training & Pay -- “Security isn’t your average job. It’s important. And everyone deserves to be safe.”
June 15, 2017
This Memorial Day, Let’s Remember Those Who Served, Support Those Still Serving
May 31, 2017
Security work changed her life, and now this San Diego officer is changing the industry for the better
May 31, 2017
This Memorial Day, Let’s Remember Those Who Served, Support Those Still Serving
May 26, 2017
It’s working! When we stand together, we win! (but it's not over...)
May 22, 2017
Seattle Council-member Kshama Sawant Calls on Office of Labor Standards to Investigate Amazon contractor Security Industry Specialists (SIS)
May 5, 2017
Thousands of May Day marchers head to Amazon headquarters as faith leaders demand tech giant hold security contractor SIS accountable
May 2, 2017
Faith leaders join security officers in fight for fairness at Amazon headquarters in Seattle
April 26, 2017
Security officer who protected Amazon headquarters quits over disrespectful treatment by contractor Security Industry Specialists (SIS)
April 17, 2017
Former SIS security officer who protected Amazon HQ speaks out on favoritism and lack of respect at work
April 12, 2017
More than a hundred security officers and supporters march through downtown Seattle to demand Amazon hold service contractor Security Industry Specialists accountable
April 6, 2017
Detroit security officers rally for respect and better wages
March 31, 2017
Union security officer previously employed by Security Industry Specialists encourages officers to join with Union – better pay, benefits and respect at work
March 28, 2017
Portland security officers ratify new union contract to improve wages and secure healthcare coverage for hundreds of officers
March 20, 2017
Union cleaner at Amazon headquarters urges tech giant to hold security contractors accountable for unfair working conditions
March 17, 2017
Union Janitor who cleans Amazon headquarters inspires service workers to fight for their rights
March 16, 2017
Security officers demand Amazon hold their contractors accountable
March 15, 2017
Officer who protects Seattle tech giant calls on Security Company to treat workers with respect and to create a fair process to form a union
March 13, 2017
Army Veteran who protects Amazon HQ calls for union and yearly cost-of-living increases
March 10, 2017
Security officer who guarded Tech Company in Seattle wants all Amazon workers to have access to union advantage – job protections, good training and company-paid classes
March 7, 2017
Muslim security workers, interfaith groups, tech workers and supporters hold massive ‘Pray-In’ at Amazon HQ in Seattle -- Watch video footage of powerful event
March 2, 2017
Massive PRAY-IN at AMAZON HQ in Seattle calling on tech giant, and the companies with which they contract, to create a fair prayer policy and apply it equally to all employees
February 17, 2017
More than 3,000 Silicon Valley security officers who protect tech giants like Facebook win union, set sights on better pay
February 1, 2017
Security officers who protect world-renowned Amazon HQ in Seattle demand to know date of next pay raise
January 30, 2017
Security Industry Specialists (SIS) loses contract at Facebook, layoffs looming in multiple cities
January 24, 2017
Portland security officer fighting to make sure all officers make $15 an hour, have more affordable health insurance and improvements in equipment for safety
December 14, 2016
Tough times for Muslim security offices in Seattle—one man’s story on fighting prejudice
December 12, 2016
Union security officers in Minneapolis win excellent paid-training and high-quality equipment
December 9, 2016
Seattle security officer helping to build union because all officers deserve to be paid enough to live, to eat and to raise families
November 28, 2016
Seattle officer speaks up about shorted paychecks, wage theft and rights for security officers in the industry
November 21, 2016
Veteran fights for better pay for Silicon Valley security officers so that no one is forgotten
November 11, 2016
"I make $15 an hour. I have a set schedule, medical coverage and job security. Our union changed my life."
October 11, 2016
Former college football star struggling to get by on Security Officer Pay
September 22, 2016
Fatima wins! Security Company to pay out wage theft case
September 9, 2016
"It isn’t right that companies can receive billions of dollars from the government, violate their employees’ workplace rights, and continue to win big federal contracts"
August 30, 2016
30-year military vet speaks up so no security officers go homeless
August 29, 2016
Can security officers bring stability to San Diego?
August 18, 2016
Troubled Akal Security loses Federal Courts contracts after federal fraud settlements
August 17, 2016
Security officers across US show support for hundreds of Paraguayan officers fired during lawful strike for better pay
August 15, 2016
A lifetime of progress
August 4, 2016
When the TSA screening contract at SFO went out to bid, 1,000 good jobs were on the line and the safety of our airport and community was at stake.
August 1, 2016
Now this veteran fights for her family, her fellow security officers, and all Californians
July 20, 2016
Winning the battle against cancer and for affordable healthcare
July 15, 2016
First Alarm Security sees responsibility rating plummet
June 29, 2016
Why should someone who provides first-rate security face economic insecurity?
June 24, 2016
Why should someone who provides first-rate security face economic insecurity?
June 24, 2016
“I feel like I should be able to offer my son more.”
June 20, 2016
Statement from SEIU President Mary Kay Henry on Orlando shooting
June 14, 2016
“I just stepped out on faith because I was tired.”
June 13, 2016
Chicago and New York security officers win $15—and more—through their unions
June 7, 2016
Seattle security officers urge Amazon to improve human rights practices—at home and abroad
June 3, 2016
Navy vet: “I would LOVE my job if we were paid fairly.”
May 18, 2016
Securing Safety for San Diegans
April 27, 2016
D.C. security officers spearheading wave of improvements in the District
April 25, 2016
Chicago security officers ready to stem increase in violence
April 14, 2016
Speaking up to stop wage theft in the security industry
April 13, 2016
Security officers rally for safer East Coast cities
April 8, 2016
Disrupting the economy of insecurity
April 7, 2016
Akal Security subsidiary pays $1.65 million to settle claims it covered up fraudulent bills paid by U.S. taxpayers
April 7, 2016
Security officers strike for workforce investment and worker inclusion in emergency preparedness
April 5, 2016
Jian Osawa wants to make San Diego safer by organizing his union
March 31, 2016
Security officers and janitors rising up together across California
March 25, 2016
Security officer standing up for a stronger San Diego
March 14, 2016
Minnesota security officers are the latest winners in the Fight for $15
February 22, 2016
Security officers tackle NFL over Super Bowl’s potential impact on San Francisco
February 2, 2016
Security officers front and center in Amazon development discussion
January 19, 2016
Security officers and janitors march through Minneapolis skyways to lift communities of color
December 24, 2015
Victory for Colombian security officers
November 17, 2015
Marine veteran and security officer Robert Edwards protects his country, client and family
November 11, 2015
“If I can help elevate somebody else, that helps my community as a whole. Everyone deserves a living wage.” --Veteran Security Officer Jeremy Birchwood on the Fight for $15
November 10, 2015
Air Force veteran, union leader Jimmy Moore
November 9, 2015
Veteran says winning paid time off means valuable time with his family
November 8, 2015
Army veteran Troy Williams fights for a better way of life on the home front
November 7, 2015
Army veteran and union leader Terry Wade organizes across cultures
November 7, 2015
Army veteran Mike Montalbano: “All workers need a decent wage to take care of their families.”
November 5, 2015
Pittsburgh security officers ensure quality training, healthcare and sustainable wages for their communities
October 9, 2015
Security officers to ASIS International: Let’s work together to raise industry standards
October 6, 2015
Amazon should reinvent its culture—and its role in Seattle
September 10, 2015
Is Universal Protection Service a Responsible Contractor for California?
September 1, 2015
“Back to scraping by” for security officers at Pitt
August 28, 2015
We Mourn the Loss of New York Security Officer Idrissa Camara
August 24, 2015
Security officers building opportunity in Indianapolis
August 24, 2015
Risky Business: Universal Protection Service Acquiring Guardsmark
July 16, 2015
Married Couple Works to Raise Standards in Security Industry
July 13, 2015
Wendel to buy AlliedBarton Security Services
July 8, 2015
Former UPS Security Officer José Milan: “If you work, you should get paid.”
July 8, 2015
Four Security Contractors, One Struggle: Working for a Real Solution in Silicon Valley
June 25, 2015
Inter-Con Security Officers Win the “Impossible”
June 24, 2015
How to Scrape by as a Security Officer in Silicon Valley
June 23, 2015
Silicon Valley Security Officer Testifies to Largest Pension Fund in the U.S.
June 18, 2015
Amazon Shareholder Meeting: Diverse Coalition Calls on Amazon to Develop Responsibly, Hire Responsible Security Contractor
June 10, 2015
Ross Schmidt: “When we signed our first union contract for the Minneapolis suburbs in 2013, I got my first raise in 13 years. But that wasn’t the most important thing.”
June 9, 2015
Union Security Officer Previews the View from One WTC Observatory
June 5, 2015
Seattle City Councilmembers Ask Amazon to Choose a Responsible Security Contractor
June 4, 2015
School Security Officers Rally for Respect in Trenton
June 3, 2015
New York Security Officer Melissa Colón: "I'm grateful for my union. I'm paid more than $20 an hour, and have health insurance for myself and my daughter."
June 2, 2015
Diva Moyet: “Because of the raises I’ve gotten in my union contract, I can pay my bills and buy food on one salary. I don’t work a second job anymore.”
May 28, 2015
Fool me Once…Fool me Twice…Amazon Security Contractor Settles Allegations it “Strongly” Denied
May 27, 2015
NJ Security Officers Rally for Respect from U.S. Security Associates
May 26, 2015
Watchdogging the Boss: Wage Theft at Universal Protection Service?
May 21, 2015
Pittsburgh Security Officers Win New Training Standards Law
May 20, 2015
Illinois Security Officer Charles Ware on the Union Difference
May 19, 2015
Alante Security Officers Win Improvements on the Job
May 18, 2015
Service Workers Led the Way to $15 and Benefits at Facebook
May 15, 2015
The Real Face of Silicon Valley
May 6, 2015
NYC Security Officer Mercedes: Fight for $15 About Much More than Fast Food
April 13, 2015
Clueless in Seattle: Amazon contractor says it is “unaware” of any security officers it may have wronged
April 10, 2015
New Jersey Security Officer Speaks Out About “Clopening” Shifts
March 25, 2015
Citrix: Don’t Put our Dreams on Hold!
March 18, 2015
Silicon Valley Security Officers Win Big with Apple
March 9, 2015
Trending: Service Workers Rising Up in Silicon Valley
March 2, 2015
Pittsburgh Security Officers 'Flocking' to Form Union, Improve Emergency Training
February 26, 2015
Seattle Security Officers Part of National Debate on Paid Sick Leave
February 6, 2015
Silicon Valley Service Workers 'Storm' Apple for Good Jobs
December 12, 2014
Jesse Jackson Says Amazon Lacks Opportunity for Security Officers and Workers of Color
December 12, 2014
Veterans deserve a living, not just a job.
November 11, 2014
Standing Together to Secure Better Jobs for Veterans
November 11, 2014
A Security Firm Lacks Respect for Those Who Put Themselves in Harm's Way
November 11, 2014
Seattle Community Working to Make $15 a Reality
October 24, 2014
Silicon Valley Shake-up: Google Drops SIS
October 16, 2014
Protestors at Apple Stores Expose "Invisible Workforce" Behind iPhone 6
September 19, 2014
Silicon Valley's REAL diversity problem
September 5, 2014
In Support of Silicon Valley Security Officers, Workers, Community Leaders Arrested at Apple Flagship Store
September 4, 2014
Suspended
August 14, 2014
We All Pick up Apple Products. Time for Apple to Pick up its Community.
July 31, 2014
Jeff Bezos, protect the SIS security officers who protect Amazon
July 26, 2014
Something we can all agree on!
July 25, 2014
"Sick Daughter" Shouldn't Be the Reason Anyone Loses a Job
July 21, 2014
Darth Vader to Google: "Don't Be Evil. Be a Force for Good."
July 11, 2014
Unlikely Pen Pals: The Seattle Human Rights Commission and Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos
June 26, 2014
What's Missing from Apple?
May 29, 2014
Amazon Security Officers Call on Tech Giant to Deliver on Promises
May 29, 2014
New Jersey Security Officers are the Newest Champions in the Battle for Good Jobs
May 14, 2014
Baltimore Security Officers Stand with President Obama - Literally!
May 14, 2014
Silicon Valley Income Inequality--A Serious Question that Requires Serious Answers from Tech Companies
March 31, 2014
What's the Matter with Silicon Valley?
March 7, 2014
Guess Who Showed Up on the Red Carpet at the Oscars?
March 6, 2014
Seattle's Daivon Young Goes to Hollywood in Search--not of Fame--But of a Union for Security Officers at Amazon
February 28, 2014
Vets Weigh In on Economic Inequality in U.S.
November 18, 2013
UNDERPAID HEROES: What What Kind of Jobs are Veterans Coming Home To?
November 7, 2013
What Kind of Jobs Are Today's Veterans Coming Home To?
November 6, 2013
Mission Accomplished: Security Officer Veterans Say Goodbye to ASIS 2013
September 27, 2013
U.S. Marine Warren Reed at ASIS 2013 in Chicago: "A good job is the very least we can do for veterans in the security industry."
September 26, 2013
Philadelphia Security Officer Kevin Upshaw at ASIS 2013 in Chicago: "There should be good jobs for vets because of what they've gone through for our country."
September 25, 2013
Security Officers Seeking to Reduce Income Inequality Praise Tech Company's Decision to Choose Socially Responsible Contractor
September 12, 2013
Universal Protection Service Dumped From Contract Worth Up To $15 Million
August 16, 2013
5,000 Bay Area Security Officers Win Major Job Improvements, Raise Industry Standards
June 7, 2013
Nine Arrested in Support of 7,000 Bay Area and LA Security Officers Seeking Strong Middle Class
June 6, 2013
Protest Planned for Google Shareholder Meeting June 6
June 4, 2013
Seven Arrested in Bay Area Security Officers' Protest over Income Inequality
May 17, 2013
Silicon Valley community speaks out against poverty in the midst of plenty
April 19, 2013
Officers make headlines with call to say no to bad apples
March 18, 2013
Twin Cities Security Officers Reach Tentative Agreement to Strengthen Middle Class
March 1, 2013
Security Industry Specialists: Another Bad Apple Contractor, But Right Here at Home
February 21, 2013
Minnesota Security Officer Paul Keith: "My Wife Would Be a Great Mom--If We Could Afford It"
February 8, 2013
Minnesota Security Officer and Army Veteran Robert Bertrand: "We're Fighting for a Way of Life"
February 7, 2013
Minnesota arts collective teams up with security officers, janitors
February 6, 2013
Airport Security Guards Court Denver City Council
February 4, 2013
Denver Airport Security Guards Reach Agreement with HSS Inc.
February 1, 2013
In Pursuit of a Safer, More Prosperous City, Portland Security Officers Show Us What Courage Looks Like
January 23, 2013
Tell Securatex - reinstate "Coach" Tony Young
January 18, 2013
Denver Airport Security Officers Keep You Safe Every Day--Now They're Trying to Keep You Healthy Too
January 14, 2013
Paid Sick Days for Airport First Responders
January 3, 2013
Minneapolis Security Officer Fred Anthony: Everybody Has a Role to Play to Make Things Better
December 21, 2012
Want to Do Your Job at Securatex? Go Buy Your Own Handcuffs
December 7, 2012
On Veterans' Day, Portland's Mayor-Elect Joins Vets to Call for Good Security Jobs
November 27, 2012
Oracle Open World meets real heroes
October 17, 2012
Warm Welcome for Stand for Security as ASIS International Gets Underway in Philly
September 11, 2012
Officers and Supporters to Stand for the Future of Security at ASIS
September 7, 2012
Philadelphia Security Officers Urge PECO Energy to Practice Its Values
July 23, 2012
Indianapolis Reporter Forced by Police to Leave Security Officer Protest at Wishard Memorial Hospital
July 23, 2012
Bay Area Security Officers Send Message to 1%
July 23, 2012
Tell Sony to Stop Abuse
July 20, 2012
Cincinnati Security Officers: WE ARE THE 99%
July 16, 2012
Los Angeles Security Officers Take a Stand--Find Hope
July 13, 2012
Massachusetts Security Officers: Commonwealth is for the Common Good-- Not Just U.S. Security Associates
July 12, 2012
Silicon Valley Security Officers: Workers at U.S. Security Associates Should Be Free to Form a Union
July 11, 2012
Security Officers To Take To Streets
June 29, 2012
U.S. Security Associates' Failures to Meet State Licensing Standards--What Does It Mean for Clients and the Public?
June 20, 2012
D.C. Public School Security Officers: U.S. Security Associates On the Wrong Side of the Law
June 11, 2012
Security officers at Sony Building authorize strike against contractor for unfair labor practices
May 4, 2012
Connecticut Security Officers Vote to Authorize Strike
April 5, 2012
In Spirit of Martin Luther King Jr., Officers Stand Up for Equality and Freedom at U.S. Security Associates
April 4, 2012
Philadelphia Security Officers Unite for Better Jobs, Stronger Communities
April 2, 2012
Security Officers Call on U.S. Security Associates to Improve Jobs and Raise Company Standards in New York City
March 30, 2012
Respect Our Vets
March 17, 2012
Security Officers Hold Prayer Vigil For Good Jobs In Indianapolis
March 16, 2012
Washington, D.C., Plans to Terminate $41 Million Contract with U.S. Security Associates
March 11, 2012
Unsafe With U.S. Security Associates: Issue 7
February 24, 2012
Working People vs. Credit Card Fees: Security Officers Protest Unfair Pay System at U.S. Security Associates
February 23, 2012
U.S. Security Associates Awarded for... Training?
February 17, 2012
After Memo Reveals Huge Security Gaps at U.S. Security Associates, DC City Council Solicits New Security Contractor
February 9, 2012
Challenges Plague U.S. Security Associates at Philadelphia Nursing Home
January 12, 2012
Security Officer Lisa Garner Speaks Out About Sexual Harassment at U.S. Security Associates
December 21, 2011
Special Alert: DC Memo Points to Huge Security Gaps, Poor Training Standards at U.S. Security Associates
December 20, 2011
U.S. Security Associates Under Media Scrutiny After Undermining Public Safety in Washington, DC
December 19, 2011
Unsafe With U.S. Security Associates: Issue 5
November 24, 2011
U.S. Security Associates Fires Marine After He Voices Support for His Union
November 11, 2011
Educating the Public on U.S. Security Associates' Dangerous Record
November 3, 2011
Stand For Security Educates Facilities Managers About U.S. Security Associates at IFMA World Workplace Conference
October 28, 2011
One Year After Landmark Sexual Harassment Suit, Still No Remedy For Sexual Harassment at USSA
October 26, 2011
Unsafe With USSA Newsletter: Issue 4
October 24, 2011
Unsafe With USSA Newsletter: Issue 3
October 24, 2011
NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly Attends 9/11 Commemoration Honoring Bravery and Leadership of SEIU Security Officers
October 18, 2011
One Security Officer for an Entire University and Two High Schools: Colorado Heights University is Putting Denver at Risk
October 13, 2011
Client Newsletters: Unsafe With U.S. Security Associates
October 11, 2011
Security Officers at Harvard University Win Big For Their Families and Their Communities
September 29, 2011
Unsafe With USSA Newsletter: Issue 2
September 24, 2011
At Security Industry Conference, Stand for Security Confronts U.S. Security Associates Over Sexual Harassment and More
September 22, 2011
U.S. Security Associates' Second "Perfect Storm" of Sexual Harassment: Lisa Garner's Story
September 21, 2011
National Women's Law Center, National Partnership for Women and Families, and SEIU Call on Nation's Fourth-Largest Security Firm to Remedy Sexual Harassment
September 20, 2011
U.S. Security Associates Subcontractor Work Rebid After Port of Houston Discovers Family Connection
August 30, 2011
Unsafe With USSA Newsletter: Issue 1
August 24, 2011
Miami Security Officers Defend City's Living Wage Ordinance, Strike Against Kent Security
August 19, 2011
Security officers in Miami say they've been underpaid for two years by Kent Security, and they've had enough
Philadelphia Officers, Elected Officials Raise More Concerns about Sexual Harassment at U.S. Security Associates Inc.
August 17, 2011
Miami Officials Investigating Whether Kent Security Broke Living Wage Law
August 17, 2011
Even After Paying $4 Million, USSA Still Showing "Cavalier Attitude" Toward Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
August 10, 2011
Nationwide Action Calls Attention to U.S. Security Associates' Record of Sexual Harassment
August 2, 2011
How Low Can U.S. Security Associates Go?
July 28, 2011
DC Mayor Withdraws Support for Security Firm
July 27, 2011
Miami Security Officers Vote to Authorize Strike Over Unfair Wages
July 26, 2011
USSA Failure is Not an Option for Washingtonians
June 9, 2011
Should USSA/Watkins Be Protecting D.C. Schoolchildren?
June 1, 2011
Miami Security Officers to Kent Security: Stop Cheating Workers and Taxpayers
May 9, 2011
Pittsburgh Security Officers Seek Higher Training Standards
April 19, 2011
Denver Security Officer Speaks Out For Better Jobs at Citywide Rally
April 7, 2011
How the Freedom to Form Unions is Transforming the Security Industry, Strengthening the Middle Class and Creating Good Jobs
March 29, 2011
Exposed to blood-borne pathogens! Investigate Universal Protection Service
March 17, 2011
Stephen Murray: "We need to educate people and let them know they have a voice."
February 23, 2011
Joshua Rojas: "It's a day-by-day existence and forming a union can change that."
February 22, 2011
Sharon Robertson: "We need to care for one another."
February 17, 2011
Janet Brown: "I'm organizing with my co-workers to bring respect and accountability to my job."
February 14, 2011
Mike Delgado: "They need to respect us, and they won't unless we stand together."
February 11, 2011
Kobra Oden: "We work hard keeping Philadelphia safe..."
February 9, 2011
Pittsburgh City Council Calls for Commission to Address Lack of Good Jobs and Inadequate Training in the City's Security Industry
February 2, 2011
Philadelphia Community Leaders Celebrate the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Stand Up For Economic Justice in the Security Industry
January 28, 2011
Community Rallies for Better Jobs and Public Safety in Jersey City
January 18, 2011
When Basic Training Isn't Enough
January 11, 2011
Indianapolis Leaders Introduce "Safe And Secure" Bill to Improve Training for Security Officers, Make City Safer
December 21, 2010
Emory Hall: "With a union you don't fight alone."
November 19, 2010
Veterans and Community Leaders Hold Press Conference About the Need for Good Jobs in Indianapolis' Security Industry
November 12, 2010
Cincinnati Vet: "There's nothing I care about more than my community and my fellow man."
November 12, 2010
An Overwhelming Response Against Irresponsible Security Contractors
October 22, 2010
U.S. Security Associates: Not Up to The Task?
October 19, 2010
Harrison Bullard: "We won job protection, even when security companies change."
October 18, 2010
Donna Alexander: "Belonging to a union will benefit you immensely."
October 4, 2010
Roger Schutt: "We can organize for a better life."
September 24, 2010
Keep America Safe With Stronger Standards for Security Officers
September 9, 2010
Renita Whicker: "2000 officers will have a great impact."
September 8, 2010
Eric Meade: "I want security to be a proud and honored profession."
August 30, 2010
Downtown Ambassadors Win Union Via Majority Sign-up Election
August 30, 2010
D.C. City Council Calls For Removal Of Contracted Security Company
August 27, 2010
Kevin Chavis: "Workers have a lot more rights than they realize."
August 23, 2010
Victory For Apollo Officers in Cambridge, MA
August 13, 2010
Why We're Standing for Security in Indianapolis
August 2, 2010
Why We're Standing for Security in Cincinnati
August 2, 2010
Torrey Nelson: "I wish I could do more. I need a second job so I can keep up and save for our future."
July 30, 2010
Sabra Mahrling: "I work hard and I'm always early. What I'd like to see is decent insurance."
July 30, 2010
Hugh Abel: "Whether it's low wages or the big corporate bailouts, workers these days are getting shafted."
July 30, 2010
Francine Beal: "If we all come together, they'll have to listen. And then we can make this profession into a career."
July 30, 2010
Luckendy Benjamin: "Our community needs better jobs."
June 10, 2010
Columbia University Security Officers Win New Contract
May 6, 2010
John Graham, Securitas Officer: "We won 50 cent raises each year."
May 4, 2010
Denise Dawson, Securitas Officer: "You're missing out on a lot if you don't have a union."
May 4, 2010
Cheryl Nelson, Sound Transit Officer: "I consider myself a second pair of eyes for the police."
May 4, 2010
Cecelia Johnson, Securitas Officer: "When I do security I treat it like it's my house."
May 4, 2010
LA Security Officers Win Their Union
October 30, 2009
SEIU Security Officers Who Protect Kaiser Permanente Hospitals Nationwide Vote Overwhelmingly to Ratify First-ever Union Contract
July 31, 2009
New Report: Nation's Buildings at Risk
July 9, 2009
Officer Johns: A True Hero
June 11, 2009
Mayor Bloomberg walks a day in the shoes of SEIU 32BJ security officer
May 8, 2009
Private security officers make historic gains in new union contract
April 10, 2008