Science News Media Guild
@sn-media-guild.bsky.social
We are Science News Media Group’s union. We represent the workers of @sciencenews.bsky.social & @snexplores.bsky.social, organized with The News Guild @newsguild.org and @wbng.org.
Today marks 2 years since we officially unionized! We remain committed to fair wages, strong protections and working conditions that let us do what we love. The perfect birthday gift? A signature on our petition calling on @society4science.bsky.social CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social for a fair contract.
November 14, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Today marks 2 years since we officially unionized! We remain committed to fair wages, strong protections and working conditions that let us do what we love. The perfect birthday gift? A signature on our petition calling on @society4science.bsky.social CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social for a fair contract.
Last week, our members participated in a 24-hour #strike. The outpouring of support has been inspiring. Thank you to everyone who’s shown up and stood with us. After 567 days of negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social, we’re still fighting for the fair contract we deserve.
November 12, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Last week, our members participated in a 24-hour #strike. The outpouring of support has been inspiring. Thank you to everyone who’s shown up and stood with us. After 567 days of negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social, we’re still fighting for the fair contract we deserve.
Our remote workers may not be able to join the #picket, but they have things to say too!
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Our remote workers may not be able to join the #picket, but they have things to say too!
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
@society4science.bsky.social and CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social, is this the work culture you wanted? Is this what you've been fighting against your workers for these past 560 days?
@sciencenews.bsky.social @snexplores.bsky.social #ISEF #ISEF2025
@sciencenews.bsky.social @snexplores.bsky.social #ISEF #ISEF2025
November 5, 2025 at 9:43 PM
@society4science.bsky.social and CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social, is this the work culture you wanted? Is this what you've been fighting against your workers for these past 560 days?
@sciencenews.bsky.social @snexplores.bsky.social #ISEF #ISEF2025
@sciencenews.bsky.social @snexplores.bsky.social #ISEF #ISEF2025
Our CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social made over $600K in 2023. And yet here we are, on #strike for fair compensation so we can pay our bills. What gives, @society4science.bsky.social?
November 5, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Our CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social made over $600K in 2023. And yet here we are, on #strike for fair compensation so we can pay our bills. What gives, @society4science.bsky.social?
It's villainy to shut down this conversation! Calling upon @society4science.bsky.social to return to the table and talk about how to improve our work culture and pay equity. @mayaajmera.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 7:29 PM
It's villainy to shut down this conversation! Calling upon @society4science.bsky.social to return to the table and talk about how to improve our work culture and pay equity. @mayaajmera.bsky.social
Listen up, @society4science.bsky.social! Our members are sharing why this work matters to us and society. A fair contract needs to have pay equity and better working conditions!
November 5, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Listen up, @society4science.bsky.social! Our members are sharing why this work matters to us and society. A fair contract needs to have pay equity and better working conditions!
Recent fiscal decisions at the @society4science.bsky.social signal to us that the nonprofit's priorities are moving away from its mission to promote the understanding and appreciation of science. This strike is about getting focus back on what's really important. @wbng.org @newsguild.org
November 5, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Recent fiscal decisions at the @society4science.bsky.social signal to us that the nonprofit's priorities are moving away from its mission to promote the understanding and appreciation of science. This strike is about getting focus back on what's really important. @wbng.org @newsguild.org
Our workers are some of the most creative people in the business. We'd rather put that creativity toward writing the news than these awesome signs
November 5, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Our workers are some of the most creative people in the business. We'd rather put that creativity toward writing the news than these awesome signs
Say it loud and say it proud! Fair contract now! @society4science.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Say it loud and say it proud! Fair contract now! @society4science.bsky.social
We're entering hour three of our 12-hour picket on day 560 of negotiations with @society4science.bsky.social. This contract is way overdue!
November 5, 2025 at 3:56 PM
We're entering hour three of our 12-hour picket on day 560 of negotiations with @society4science.bsky.social. This contract is way overdue!
Solidarity is in our DNA!
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
November 5, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Solidarity is in our DNA!
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
We have spent 560 days at the negotiating table with @society4science.bsky.social. Today's work stoppage is painful to us, and now where we want to be. We deserve a fair contract!
November 5, 2025 at 1:53 PM
We have spent 560 days at the negotiating table with @society4science.bsky.social. Today's work stoppage is painful to us, and now where we want to be. We deserve a fair contract!
Today's the big day — we're officially on strike all day! We'll be picketing from 8am to 8pm at 1776 Massachusetts NW. Come show your support! @wbng.org @newsguild.org
November 5, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Today's the big day — we're officially on strike all day! We'll be picketing from 8am to 8pm at 1776 Massachusetts NW. Come show your support! @wbng.org @newsguild.org
Time's up, @society4science.bsky.social! The workers of Science News Media Guild are OFFICIALLY on #strike for 24 hours. The union hopes that the Society returns to the table so an offer that reflects the talent and commitment of the workers can be reached.
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
November 5, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Time's up, @society4science.bsky.social! The workers of Science News Media Guild are OFFICIALLY on #strike for 24 hours. The union hopes that the Society returns to the table so an offer that reflects the talent and commitment of the workers can be reached.
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
12 hours until the workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike. This comes after our members voted to reject the @society4science.bsky.social's latest contract proposal. Rally with us for a fair contract on 11/5, from 8 AM to 8 PM at 1776 Massachusetts Ave, NW.
November 4, 2025 at 4:59 PM
12 hours until the workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike. This comes after our members voted to reject the @society4science.bsky.social's latest contract proposal. Rally with us for a fair contract on 11/5, from 8 AM to 8 PM at 1776 Massachusetts Ave, NW.
Workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike on Wednesday, 11/5. This comes after our members voted to reject the Society’s latest contract proposal. Our members previously voted by 92% to authorize a strike against the @society4science.bsky.social, if necessary.
November 3, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike on Wednesday, 11/5. This comes after our members voted to reject the Society’s latest contract proposal. Our members previously voted by 92% to authorize a strike against the @society4science.bsky.social, if necessary.
In late August, our workers voted with 92% support to authorize a strike. Two months later, we're still negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We've been waiting 548 days for the fairness and respect our members deserve. We are prepared to walk out, if need be.
October 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
In late August, our workers voted with 92% support to authorize a strike. Two months later, we're still negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We've been waiting 548 days for the fairness and respect our members deserve. We are prepared to walk out, if need be.
In 2022 and 2023, @society4science.bsky.social CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social's raises totaled more than some employees' annual salaries. And yet, after 545 days, our workers are still waiting for a contract that ensures fair pay and cost-of-living adjustments. The math isn't mathing.
October 22, 2025 at 1:15 PM
In 2022 and 2023, @society4science.bsky.social CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social's raises totaled more than some employees' annual salaries. And yet, after 545 days, our workers are still waiting for a contract that ensures fair pay and cost-of-living adjustments. The math isn't mathing.
UPDATE: Today marks 544 days since we started bargaining with @society4science.bsky.social. 😬 We're still waiting on a contract that guarantees fair pay and treats us like the professionals we are.
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
October 20, 2025 at 1:50 PM
UPDATE: Today marks 544 days since we started bargaining with @society4science.bsky.social. 😬 We're still waiting on a contract that guarantees fair pay and treats us like the professionals we are.
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
It's been 540+ days since we started negotiating with
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
October 17, 2025 at 1:55 PM
It's been 540+ days since we started negotiating with
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
It's time to face the music. 538 days is far too long to wait for a fair contract, @society4science.bsky.social / @mayaajmera.bsky.social. #faircontractnow
October 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
It's time to face the music. 538 days is far too long to wait for a fair contract, @society4science.bsky.social / @mayaajmera.bsky.social. #faircontractnow
Yesterday marked 533 days since @sn-media-guild.bsky.social began negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social.
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
October 10, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Yesterday marked 533 days since @sn-media-guild.bsky.social began negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social.
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
In case you forgot, @society4science.bsky.social / @mayaajmera.bsky.social, it's been 527 days. #faircontractNOW
October 3, 2025 at 3:13 PM
In case you forgot, @society4science.bsky.social / @mayaajmera.bsky.social, it's been 527 days. #faircontractNOW
So good to see @mayaajmera.bsky.social publically recognize the need for excellent, accessible science journalism. If great science journalism matters—so do the workers who make it happen. @society4science.bsky.social it's time for a fair contract now. 500+ days is too long. #Concordia25
September 24, 2025 at 8:55 PM
So good to see @mayaajmera.bsky.social publically recognize the need for excellent, accessible science journalism. If great science journalism matters—so do the workers who make it happen. @society4science.bsky.social it's time for a fair contract now. 500+ days is too long. #Concordia25