Who should join Freelancers Union Alliance?
People who organize or want to organize a group of independent workers. Maybe you hold a monthly networking event. Maybe you're trying to obtain a shared workspace or get a group discount on supplies. Maybe you just want to get out of the house and socialize with other people like you. This is the place where independent workers get together to learn from one another, support each other, and build something bigger.

Are only organizations registered at Meetup.com eligible to join the Alliance?
No. If you organize a group of independent workers, you’re invited to join. That includes groups on Yahoo!, Google, MySpace, Facebook, etc. In-person groups that don’t use any online platform are also invited to join.

What will I get out of it?
Get new ideas. Share resources. Coordinate activities. Some of our best ideas grow out of collaboration. Having trouble getting people to come to your monthly meetings? Maybe another organizer discovered the perfect recruitment tool. Want to learn more about tax preparation or how to incorporate? Use the Alliance to team up with other local groups to sponsor a regular speaker series. Help us build the national movement of independent workers.

What if I'm not part of a group?
Start one! The members of the Alliance and Freelancers Union staff will help you get off the ground. If you’re not sure where to start, Freelancers Union sponsors local groups on Meetup.com. Once you start a group, we’ll help you strengthen and grow over time. You could also look for groups that already exist, and join them. Check out the main page of Freelancers Union Alliance for a list of local groups.

What is Freelancers Union?

Freelancers Union is a national membership organization that represents the needs and concerns of America’s growing independent workforce through advocacy, information and service. Freelancers Union exists because we believe that freelancers can help each other. Together, we will build a national network of independent workers that stretches across the country. Become a member!