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Portland Industrial Workers of the World (IWW)

Last updated Jun 2026

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The Portland General Membership Branch of the IWW is a volunteer, member-run union open to all workers regardless of trade or whether their workplace is recognized. Members help coworkers organize on the job, run union campaigns, and train workers in collective action; active shops include a gender-affirming-care provider. Contact secretary@portlandiww.org or 503-893-2382.

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