What Happens During A Strike?

A strike is a powerful tool workers use to defend their rights and negotiate better working conditions when negotiations with employers reach an impasse. During a strike, employees collectively stop working to show their unity and highlight the importance of their demands. Strikes can involve picket lines, public demonstrations, and media campaigns to raise awareness and gain support from the community. While work temporarily stops, strikes are carefully planned and coordinated to ensure safety, maintain solidarity, and apply pressure on employers to reach a fair agreement. Strikes are not just about stopping work, they are a visible demonstration of workers’ collective power and commitment to fairness and justice in the workplace. You can download these pictures from our Educational Series and share them on your social media to help spread awareness and encourage others to learn more.