Coalition of Labor Union Women Long Island Chapter

The Coalition of Labor Union Women Long Island Chapter, based in Bay Shore, NY, represents America's only national organization dedicated exclusively to union women. Since its founding in 1974, CLUW has served as a powerful nonpartisan voice within the labor movement, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities facing working women. The Long Island Chapter actively supports CLUW's four core objectives: empowering women for greater participation at all levels in labor organizations, organizing the unorganized workforce, promoting affirmative action and social and economic justice in workplace settings, and increasing women's involvement in political and legislative processes. Members of the Bay Shore-based chapter advocate for critical workplace protections and benefits including equal pay, child and elder care support, job security, safe working conditions, affordable healthcare access, contraceptive equity, and protection from sexual harassment and workplace violence. Through coordinated action programs and community engagement, the Long Island Chapter works within the broader labor movement framework to develop solutions to common problems affecting union women. The organization provides resources for membership participation, maintains active committees focused on key issues, and keeps members informed through newsletters and regular communications. By unifying women across various unions and industries, the Coalition of Labor Union Women Long Island Chapter creates a collective force for meaningful workplace change and social progress throughout the Bay Shore and broader Long Island community.