FILE - Mickey Mouse interacts with guests at Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., Friday, April 30, 2021. Workers who help bring Disneyland's beloved characters to life said Wednesday, April 17, 2024, they have collected enough signatures to support their push for a union. – Workers who help bring Disneyland’s beloved characters to life said Wednesday they collected enough signatures to support their push for a union.
A group of 1,700 performers, including those who represent characters and dance in parades at Disney's Southern California theme parks, said they filed an election petition with the National Labor Relations Board. A vote would likely be held in May or June.The workers said they also asked The Walt Disney Co. to recognize their union, which they are calling “Magic United.”
In a statement Wednesday, Disney officials said: “We support our cast members’ right to a confidential vote that recognizes their individual choices.”contract negotiations involving Hollywood studios and Las Vegas hotels. The National Labor Relations Board, which protects workers’ right to organize, reported more than 2,500 filings for union representation during the 2023 fiscal year, which was the highest number in eight years.
Disney has a major presence in Anaheim, where it operates two theme parks — Disneyland and Disney California Adventure — as well as a shopping and entertainment area called Downtown Disney. Disneyland, the company’s oldest park, was the world'sCopyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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