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C.O.P.E Elections Are Here!

The time is now to make your voice heard! Nominations for the following Counties on our Committee on Political Education (COPE) are officially open. 

  • Fresno County
  • Kern County
  • Madera County
  • Stanislaus County
  • Tulare County

What do COPE leaders do? 

COPE stands for “Committee on Political Education” and represents the political action arm of our union SEIU 521. COPE aims to grow union power at the polls, support pro-worker candidates running for all levels of public office, facilitate member-to-member communications about political issues and elections that impact our jobs, and recommend union endorsements of political candidates. 

Do you or one of your coworkers is a good candidate to help build worker power in our workplaces and our union? Nomination them today! Read on to learn how. 

🗓 Nominations Open: Thursday, January 9, 2025
⏳ Nomination Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM

Open Positions:

  • Chair
  • Vice-Chair
  • Recorder

How to Nominate:
Submit the nominee name, chapter/employer name, COPE position title, and a brief 75-word statement of your qualifications before Friday, February 7, 2025, at 5:00 PM by emailing Political Organizer Eliana Honeycutt at eliana.honeycutt@seiu521.org or by calling/texting her at (559) 579-2734.

📅 Key Dates to Remember:

  • Nominations Close: Friday, February 7, 2025
  • Nominee Review: Monday, February 10, 2025
  • COPE Meeting Vote: Thursday, February 13, 2025
  • Newly Elected COPE Officer Announcement: Immediately following the vote

🗓 Nominations Open: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
⏳ Nomination Deadline: Friday, February 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM

Open Positions:

  • Chair
  • Vice-Chair
  • Recorder

How to Nominate: Submit the nominee name, chapter/employer name, COPE position title, and a brief 75-word statement of your qualifications before Friday, February 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM by emailing Political Organizer Eliana Honeycutt at eliana.honeycutt@seiu521.org or by calling/texting her at (559) 579-2734.

📅 Key Dates to Remember:

  • Nominations Close: Friday, February 14, 2025
  • Nominee Review: Monday, February 17, 2025
  • COPE Committee Vote: Thursday, February 20, 2025
  • Swearing-In Ceremony: Immediately following the vote

This is your opportunity to shape the future of politics that impacts workers and make a tangible impact on the lives of working families in our community. Whether you’re a seasoned activist or a new member ready to get involved, your participation is vital to our collective success.

Thank you for your dedication and commitment to building union power. Together, we’ll continue fighting for a brighter future for all SEIU Local 521 members.