NCFAED is An Employee Resource Group (ERG) or Employee Associations (EA)

Purpose: ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups that focus on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. They are formed around shared characteristics or interests, such as ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or other aspects of diversity.

Inclusion and Support: ERGs provide a platform for employees to connect, share experiences, and support each other within the workplace. They often collaborate with the organization to create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees.

Professional Development: ERGs often provide or are involved in professional development activities, mentoring, and networking opportunities to enhance the skills and career growth of their members.

Advisory Role: While ERGs may advise the Agency on diversity and inclusion initiatives, we cannot engage in collective bargaining or negotiations related to employment terms.

We are not a Federal Labor Union

Purpose: Labor unions are organizations formed by workers to protect and promote their collective interests, primarily related to employment conditions, wages, and work-related policies.

Representation: Unions negotiate on behalf of their members with the employer to secure better working conditions, wages, benefits, and other employment-related matters.

Legal Framework: In the context of the federal government or public sector, there are specific regulations governing the formation and activities of federal labor unions. These regulations vary by country, but in the United States, for example, federal labor unions are regulated by the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA).

Collective Bargaining: Federal labor unions engage in collective bargaining with the government or relevant agencies to reach agreements on employment terms and conditions.