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Journal
Journal of Collective Negotiations
ISSN
2167-7816 (print) 2167-7824 (electronic)
Volume
27
Issue
1
Date
3/1/1998

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Title
WHY DO PEOPLE GET INVOLVED IN LOCAL UNION OFFICE?
DOI
10.2190/L1LQ-CL11-GAFP-8PGB
Author
RENAUD PAQUET AND ISABELLE ROY
Online Date
05/09/2002

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WHY DO PEOPLE GET INVOLVED IN LOCAL UNION OFFICE?

RENAUD PAQUET AND ISABELLE ROY

DOI: 10.2190/L1LQ-CL11-GAFP-8PGB

Abstract

In the last two decades, public sector labor relationships have been characterized by privatization, service cuts, and ad hoc legislation suspending negotiation rights. In this new environment, it seems crucial for public sector unions to build strength among their membership and to recruit volunteers to lead their local unions. Keeping this practical concern in mind, the research proposes an explanatory model of participation in local union leadership position. Based on social psychology theory, the model suggests that participation in local union leadership depends on an individual's attitude toward the union, on the social norm, and on that individual's work-related and psychological needs. Participation is also associated with other variables such as seniority, gender, and employment status. The model was tested in a Canadian public sector union.

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