Whatever the reason, the choice is YOURS to make.
To stop your employer from deducting dues from your paycheck and sending those dues to the union:
If your union or employer denies your request, or you would like additional information, feel free to email us at help@leavemyunion.com or call (630) 448-0016.
Public sector employees who do not want to be members of IFT can leave the union while continuing employment.
IFT dues can cost hundreds of dollars a year. By opting out, you will no longer pay any union dues.
Alternative associations – such as the Association of American Educators – offer liability insurance and job protection coverage, often at a fraction of the cost of union membership.
The Illinois Policy Institute has always been a resource for workers seeking to exercise their rights and choose for themselves whether to associate with a union. We’ve created this website to make the process easy for those who want to opt out of union membership.