On February 8, Worker Justice Agenda and The Action Lab hosted a brunch bringing together representatives from major trade unions and leading labor organizations. The goal was to strengthen alignment and solidarity, building the collective power needed for a stronger U.S. labor movement. Attendees strategized, exchanged resources, and laid the groundwork to protect workers from employer attacks at all levels. We look forward to deepening these connections and making 2025 a year of growing worker power.
More From This Initiative
Policy Report | Empty Storefronts, High Rents
Policy Report | Empty Storefronts, High Rents
The Action Lab's Small Business United coalition has released a new report, Empty Storefronts, High Rents, examining one of New York City's most visible and persistent challenges: vacant storefronts that sit empty while independent businesses struggle to afford commercial rents.
Policy Report | ‘Just Cause’ Job Protections
Policy Report | ‘Just Cause’ Job Protections
For the first time in decades, U.S. workers are organizing to replace the at-will employment system with just cause job protections.
Providers Organized for Power Mobilizes for Child Care Access and Fair Pay
Providers Organized for Power Mobilizes for Child Care Access and Fair Pay
Providers Organized for Power united child care providers, families, advocates, and elected officials this spring to advance affordable child care, fair wages, and stronger public investment across New York City.
Small Business United Announces Its Founding Steering Committee
Small Business United Announces Its Founding Steering Committee
Small Business United introduces its founding Steering Committee, bringing together trusted small business leaders to advance the campaign for Small Business Rent Stabilization across New York City.
Policy Report | A Federal Solution to New York’s Housing Crisis
Policy Report | A Federal Solution to New York’s Housing Crisis
The Case for the Green New Deal for Public Housing and the Homes Act
No One Is Safe | Film Premiere
No One Is Safe | Film Premiere
The documentary *No One Is Safe* premiered on March 22, highlighting the impacts of immigration enforcement on vulnerable communities and underscoring the need for collective action and immigrant justice.
More Highlights
Urban Youth Collaborative Joins The Action Lab
Urban Youth Collaborative Joins The Action Lab
Urban Youth Collaborative joins The Action Lab, launching a new chapter of youth organizing, political education, and leadership development across New York City.

Rachel La Loca Talks Storytelling, Culture, and Community with Luis Ortiz
Rachel La Loca Talks Storytelling, Culture, and Community with Luis Ortiz
Artist In Action Fellow Rachel La Loca sits down with filmmaker Luis Ortiz for a powerful conversation on Latino storytelling, cultural leadership, and creating platforms that amplify community voices.

The Action Lab NY x latinos out loud presents: Luis Ortiz, creating voces out loud
The Action Lab NY x latinos out loud presents: Luis Ortiz, creating voces out loud
This episode is brought to you by The Evergreen Initiative at The Action Lab NY, whom recently appointed Rachel La Loca as an Artist In Action Fellow! Our guest is Luis Ortiz, who has been giving filmmakers a conduit for their stories for decades.
Real Utopias Convening Explores the Future of Social Housing and Democratic Power
Real Utopias Convening Explores the Future of Social Housing and Democratic Power
The Action Lab and NYU's Urban Democracy Lab convened organizers, researchers, and movement leaders to explore bold strategies for expanding social housing and strengthening democratic community power.
Policy Report | Empty Storefronts, High Rents
Policy Report | Empty Storefronts, High Rents
The Action Lab's Small Business United coalition has released a new report, Empty Storefronts, High Rents, examining one of New York City's most visible and persistent challenges: vacant storefronts that sit empty while independent businesses struggle to afford commercial rents.
Policy Report | ‘Just Cause’ Job Protections
Policy Report | ‘Just Cause’ Job Protections
For the first time in decades, U.S. workers are organizing to replace the at-will employment system with just cause job protections.









