He joined the union recently in June 2015 after two organizers knocked on his door. Although he's only been a member for a short time, he is already preparing to become a union steward. Among the benefits he says the union provides are protection of employee rights, fighting for fair pay, and allowing employees to speak openly about work conditions. Another great benefit of the union is the unity among members across different state agencies.
The union has made an impact on his life. Chris credits MPEC for informing him of his rights in the workplace as well as allowing for open dialogue at work. As a young and energetic union member, he wants to help other employees become more aware of the work MPEC does. Chris hopes to see more direct and easy access for union interaction. He also hopes to see a better image of the union. MPEC is an organization that serves all employees, not just "bad" ones, as he hopes other members will learn.