Question

3. Organizing As you read, complete the chart to show how

unions are organized, beginning with the smallest unit
and finishing with the largest unit of organization.
coalitions, or groups,
of national unions

Answer 1

Level of Organization Description

Local Union A group of workers at a particular worksite who have come together to form a union.

Regional/ District Council A group of local unions in a particular geographic area that work together to coordinate their activities and represent their members.

National Union A union that represents workers in a particular industry or occupation throughout a country.

International Union A union that represents workers in a particular industry or occupation across multiple countries.

Federations Coalitions, or groups, of national unions that work together to coordinate their activities and represent their members. Examples include the AFL-CIO and Change to Win Federation.