“We need way more power being built. We need people out of advocacy mode, out of mobilizing mode and into really serious organizing.”— Jane McAlevey, a major voice in labor, died today. Jane had many pieces with In These Times. Most recent was this Q&A. inthesetimes.com/article/jane-m…

"Workers everywhere are smart enough and strong enough to negotiate and win, against their bosses and against the people broiling our planet. Let’s get to it!”– Jane McAlevey, “Rules To Win By” (2023) "Read her work not just for the lessons, but also for the matter-of-fact,

📢 FRIENDLY REMINDER 📢 Turkopticon has recently expanded to help all #dataworkers across all platforms! Please reach out to us with any questions or problems you may have. Let's share, connect, and find solutions together!

The second panel of the Data Workers' Inquiry last night was fantastic! Thank you Yasser Alrayes, Roukaya Alhammada, Wilington Shitawa and Adio-Adet Dinika for those insights into #datawork Missed it? Watch the recording: twitch.tv/dair_institute Projects: data-workers.org

Translation: In the Apple Store, the "witch hunt" that we see today began a few months ago: sanctions increased, coaches were documented, intimidation in small rooms, disciplinary dismissals and now they are putting pressure on all those to leave with art.41. who disagree.

Summer break? Not for #DataWorkers! Don't miss our next installment of the Data Wokers' Inquiry Speaker Series that delves into unique challenges faced by data workers in Latin America. 🗓️ August 26, 5 pm - online Register now ➡️ events.zoom.us/ev/AhaCcLTTZe1…

TWC & Collective Action in Tech are so excited to announce Circuit Breakers, a national tech labor conference — join us Oct 12-13th in San Francisco 🎯 Check out techworkerscoalition.org/circuit-breake… for more info & learn how to register, submit a session idea, or volunteer!

We, along with AI Now Institute and Logic(s), are proud to support Surveillance Watch: an interactive map revealing the intricate connections between surveillance companies, their funding sources and affiliations. surveillancewatch.io

AWU-CWA is proud to launch our History of Labor in Tech series, highlighting important moments in the history of workplace organizing in the tech industry. Check out data.collectiveaction.tech to learn more.

Join @TechWorkersCo and Distributed AI Research Institute is on Mastodon for an online panel covering AI myths, misinformation, and the history of automation featuring Alex Hanna (اليكس حنٌا) and @[email protected] on Mastodon 📆 Sept 3rd at 8pm ET / 5pm PT 🎟️ Register here: bit.ly/twc-ai-meetings

Tonight 19:00 onward will be full of art and music! 🎶 The artists will generously donate their talents to make this an unforgettable evening. Co-organized by Berlin Tech Workers Coalition Lieferando Workers Collective (LWC) Berlin proceeds will support our fellow LWC members and our struggles 🤝 Don’t miss out! #b2208

Being organised gives you strength; solidarity with our comrades at Google and Deepmind. time.com/7013685/google…

#Mturk workers, There is an influx in account suspensions this weekend. We typically ask people to give Amazon a week, but we think this is a unique situation. If you have been suspended, please fill out this form: blog.turkopticon.net/?page_id=653

Don’t forget to submit a session proposal for Circuit Breakers! Deadline is Sept. 1st ✍️ For any questions, please reach out to [email protected] 💌

Big Tech's AI development is exponentially increasing energy usage, with data centers set to double their energy use by 2026. We must ensure AI development prioritizes Environmental Justice and equity. Learn more on leveraging AI for climate action ⤵️ mzl.la/3z5p7LU

#Burgermeister Manager prügelt #Lieferando Kurier ins Krankenhaus! "Bei der Hitze draußen wollte er im klimatisierten Restaurant auf die Bestellung warten. Der Lieferando-Kurier bat um ein Wasser. Am Ende landete er im Krankenhaus." #JustEat #Thuisbezordg Jitse Groen

On September 9, I'll have the pleasure of speaking at the next Data Workers' Inquiry panel alongside Fasica Berhane #StopTigrayFamine, Yasser Al Rayes, and Adrienne Williams. We'll discuss data workers' training and the instructions they receive. ➡️Register here: tinyurl.com/data-workers-i…

Don't miss this online panel on Monday if you're curious about how AI is truly built! We'll dive into how and why data workers are trained to "think like machines." Register here: tinyurl.com/data-workers-i… And please help us spread the word!🙏

After violent assault of #Lieferando rider at @BurgermeisterEU restaurant in Berlin the Lieferando Workers Collective (LWC) Berlin organized a demonstration against Schlägermeister with demands for respect and safety! #b0609