Nonprofit Workers Turn to Unions During Pandemic Uncertainty

Uncertainty fueled by the coronavirus pandemic has sped up a growing number of nonprofit workers joining unions.

From environmental justice organizations to political advocacy groups, nonprofit employees are turning to organized labor to achieve a greater say in how their organizations are run. And unions in turn are capitalizing on the newfound interest to shore up low levels of unionization in the nonprofit industry and provide a boost to their membership.

“We know our organization already has high standards and a commitment to things like gender equity, professional development—but we still want that seat at the table, not only for ...