In today’s tough political and economic environment, labor unions and community organizations are forced to do more with less while fending off attacks on our values. Nationwide, we see a flawed notion of democracy: a system where wealthy people, corporations, and special interests fund elections and buy legislation that favors their interests.

A group of dedicated community organizers and member leaders have a different notion for how things should work. We have come together to build a people-powered movement dedicated to creating an economy and democracy for the rest of us.

The name of our coalition is Southern Oregon Strong Voice. It is made up of local organizations that work together strategically. As the local chapter of a statewide movement, we advocate for a stable, thriving economy that works for all of us, a democracy that works for everyday citizens, and policies that create a more just society.

We defend social and economic justice, fight for fairness and opportunity, and protect access to services and resources that families depend on to survive, thrive, and have something to pass on to the next generation.

Our combined resources give us the muscle to push for needed changes, the flexibility to respond effectively to a rapidly changing political and economic reality, and the allies we need to fend off coordinated attacks from opposition groups.

Southern Oregon Strong Voice is a regional coalition of labor unions and community-based organizations which work together to build working class power and fight for a fair shot for all. We work together to maximize our collective power at the grassroots level so that we can build a stronger Oregon.