Strippers At Los Angeles Club Look To Be First In U.S. To Unionize

Dancers at a North Hollywood strip club are seeking to unionize with the Actors Equity Association to improve pay, safety, and working conditions. They have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board. The unionization effort, if successful, could set a precedent for dancer protections nationwide. The dancers face issues like wage theft and unsafe conditions, and they aim to negotiate a contract for better protections. The next step involves a formal vote overseen by the NLRB.

What is the main goal of the dancers at the North Hollywood club?

• To join the Screen Actors Guild

• To open a new club

• To unionize for better pay and conditions

• To perform on Broadway

Which union do the dancers wish to join for protection?

• United Auto Workers

• SAG-AFTRA

• Actors Equity Association

• Teamsters Union

What are some of the issues the dancers are facing that they hope a union will address?

• High taxes

• Lack of performance opportunities

• Limited vacation days

• Wage theft and safety concerns

Who is the local group assisting the dancers in their unionization efforts?

• Hollywood Performers Guild

• National Labor Union

• A501C3

• Dancers United

What is the next step in the unionization process for the dancers?

• A formal vote overseen by the NLRB

• Negotiating with club management

• Performing a public demonstration

• Joining a national protest