How to Become a Political Activist in the Union

1. Apply to become a Political Action Volunteer Member Organizer (VMO)

  • VMOs are the building blocks of the Green Machine. With guidance from DC 37’s Political Action department, VMOs participate in member-to-member door-knocking and phone banking.
  • VMO shifts take place throughout May and June on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Applicants will be contacted to begin a screening process in March 2025.
  • Members selected for the VMO team will receive a stipend of $22/hour for their volunteer time.
  • Click here and follow the prompts to complete an application.

2. Support the DC 37 PEOPLE Program

    • By joining the PEOPLE Program, DC 37’s political action fund, you can help put leaders in office who will fight for workers’ rights over corporate greed.
      • PEOPLE contributions support Get-Out-the-Vote campaigns, lobbying around member issues, and other important activities that are restricted from using member dues money to conduct.
      • To join the PEOPLE program, click here and commit your support to PEOPLE today.

      3. Attend Political Action Committee Meetings

      • Join monthly Political Action Committee meetings to find out more about what’s happening in City Hall and Albany. Meetings usually take place on the Second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. via Zoom.