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VICTORY! Following years of grassroots efforts, our driver-led coalition secures commitment from Uber to support statewide legislation that will pave a pathway to unionization for 100,000+ drivers.
This week, rideshare drivers from all over Chicago convened to strategize for their union campaign. Drivers are energized and ready to stand up for themselves! Right now we are pushing for a City Ordinance to give rideshare drivers basic worker prot

The Illinois Drivers Alliance is a coalition of thousands of rideshare drivers across the state, powered by SEIU Local 1 and IAM Local 701. Together, we’re fighting for a legal pathway to unionization—because drivers deserve the same rights and protections as every other worker. For years, drivers have been organizing with SEIU and IAM to demand fair pay, stronger protections, and a real voice on the job. Now, we’re calling on lawmakers at every level to stand with drivers and pass legislation that ensures our right to organize and build power that lasts.

IAM Local 701  – IAM Local 701, in conjunction with the IAM Midwest Territory and SEIU Local 1, joined forces in a groundbreaking effort to organize rideshare drivers across the Midwest. Recognizing the urgent need for fair wages, job security, and workplace protections in the gig economy, this joint initiative aims to create a pathway to unionization for drivers who currently lack a voice on the job. By combining Local 701’s deep expertise in representing and advocating for their members, coupled with SEIU Local 1’s strong track record of organizing service workers, this partnership is committed to ensuring rideshare drivers receive the rights, benefits, and respect they deserve on the job.

SEIU Local 1 – The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1 represents 50,000 workers across the Midwest, including janitors, security officers, airport workers, residential maintenance workers, and more. Committed to improving the lives of its members and all working people, Local 1 is actively organizing rideshare drivers to help develop a pathway to unionization so drivers can have a voice on the job.

The Chicago Gig Alliance — The Chicago Gig Alliance is a driver- and gig-worker-led advocacy group in Chicago, operating under the umbrella of The People’s Lobby. They represent thousands of rideshare drivers, delivery couriers, dog walkers, and other gig economy workers across the city. Their mission: secure a living wage, workplace safety, and transparency, particularly focused on holding companies like Uber and Lyft accountable