SEIU began its organizing efforts in Virginia in 2006 and in 2012, we united our local chapters in Fairfax and Loudoun counties, and among Home Care providers across the Commonwealth. The Fairfax Deputy Sheriffs joined our ranks in 2013, and through political and community organizing, we collaborated with partners and allies to successfully overturn the ban on collective bargaining. Our membership continued to grow, and, in 2023, Richmond City workers became part of SEIU Virginia 512. Our union stands firm in the belief that all working families deserve dignity, respect, fair wages, benefits, and a voice in the workplace. With more than 4,000 members, we continue to grow stronger every day!

SEIU Virginia 512 members advocate for good union jobs and justice for everyone in our community. We ensure that older adults and people with disabilities lead healthy and active lives as home care providers, nurses, and social workers. We keep our communities safe and clean, working as sanitation workers and building inspectors. We help children learn and play as child educators, librarians, community center workers, and park staff. We deliver the quality, cost-effective services that residents rely on.

As we continue to grow, we benefit from the support and local expertise of our team, while also enjoying the resources provided by our strong SEIU network of over 2 million workers nationally. In 2021, SEIU members led the historic fight in Virginia for strong collective bargaining rights. Today, we're pushing for a seat at the table to strengthen our pay, benefits, and working conditions in legally binding contracts.

Click here for the SEIU Virginia 512 constitution and bylaws. Union members can set up appointments to review the union's finances, and how dues money is spent, by contacting Secretary-Treasurer Patti Nelson at patti.nelson@seiuva.org.