Picture and Quote: Postdoc and GA union supporters are contributing a picture and quote about why they want a union that will go on the union website and social media. Please take a moment to write up a 2-3 sentence quote about why you're forming a union. Here’s an example:
Sidath Kapukotuwa, UNLV Public Health
I am a graduate student researcher in Public Health at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. My research spans a variety of health issues, including behavioral health interventions for addiction. As essential contributors to research, teaching, and the university community, graduate students often face long hours, low pay, and job insecurity. Forming a union allows us to demand transparency and respect, ensuring our work is properly valued and compensated. Through union representation, we can negotiate for protections like paid leave, mental health resources, and stronger grievance procedures, creating a more equitable and supportive environment for all graduate student workers.