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GWU is backing Members First
The United Workers Union election will help shape how the union is led, how members are supported, and how workplace campaigns are built in the years ahead. Grill'd Workers United is endorsing Members First in 2026.
What is the UWU election?
UWU members vote to decide who will help lead the union and represent members through bodies like Member Convention. These elections matter because they influence the union's direction, priorities, and culture.
Member vote
UWU members get a direct say in who represents them.
Union direction
The result helps shape how the union is run and what it prioritises.
Power
Leadership choices affect organising, delegate support and campaigns.
Why GWU is backing Members First
We're backing Members First because we believe in building a stronger, more connected union for Grill'd workers. Their platform centres member power, stronger delegates, face-to-face organising, financial transparency and a more open union culture. We think that kind of union is better placed to support workers on the job and win better outcomes collectively.
Face-to-face organising
A union that shows up in workplaces and supports members in person.
Invest in delegates
Better delegate training, stronger structures and more confidence on the ground.
Transparency
Clearer decision-making and better accountability to members.
Real industrial power
A stronger organising culture, including backing workers to take action.
Lacey Comiskey is standing for Member Convention
Former Grill'd worker, and UWU member Lacey Comiskey is standing for election to the UWU Member Convention as part of the Members First team. Lacey has been an active in supporting Grill'd, striking with UWU members as part of the 24/25 EA campaign. We wish her the best of luck in the election!
Learn more about Members First
Read their platform, browse candidates, and follow their campaign directly.
Members First website
Overview of the campaign, election information and campaign materials.
Members First platform
Read the 8-point plan covering organising, democracy and finance.
Members First candidates
Browse the current Members First candidate list for Member Convention and leadership.
Make your vote count
When ballots arrive, fill yours out and return it as soon as possible. Elections matter most when members actually participate.
About Grill’d Workers United
Grill’d Workers United (GWU) is an independent, worker-led campaign made up of UWU members who work at Grill’d. We are not formally part of, or endorsed by, the United Workers Union (UWU). However, we are all members of UWU and have worked alongside the union to advance the interests of Grill’d workers.