We are thrilled to share the exciting news that the Postdoctoral Fellow Emergency Support Fund is now live and accepting submissions! You can apply for funds here and read more details in the FAQ and in Article 7 of our collective bargaining agreement.
In response to the collective power we were able to build during our contract negotiations, Mount Sinai will now contribute $50,000 per year to an Emergency Support Fund. This fund is meant to support postdocs with expenses related to childcare, housing, and other forms of financial hardship. Although we believe this amount should increase in future negotiations to assist with the many unexpected financial burdens postdocs face, the inclusion of this new concept in our contract was a significant victory in our fight for better working conditions. In particular, winning this fund meant overcoming the Sinai administration’s intense opposition to a dedicated benefit for childcare expenses.
📣 RSVP for the SPECIAL Membership Meeting to VOTE ON LOCAL BYLAWS: Thursday, April 4th, 6:30 pm 📣
Our next Local Union membership meeting will be next Thursday, April 4 at 6:30pm, where we will vote on bylaws to establish the rules and democratic governance structure of our Union. RSVP here if you can attend and make your voice heard!
Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. In solidarity,
Natalia Ferressini Gerpe, Microbiology