Right‑to‑Work Protects Choice in Virginia
Right‑to‑Work safeguards your freedom to decide. No one should be forced to join or pay a union to keep a job.
What is Right to Work?
Right‑to‑Work laws protect individual freedom in the workplace by ensuring that no employee can be compelled to join or financially support a labor union as a condition of employment. These laws uphold the principle of voluntary association, giving workers the power to decide whether union membership aligns with their values and needs. By removing mandatory dues requirements, Right‑to‑Work restores a measure of freedom of association and contract, allowing employees to keep more of their hard‑earned income and encouraging unions to earn support through performance rather than compulsion.
In Virginia, this protection has been a cornerstone of economic growth and worker empowerment for nearly 80 years. The Commonwealth’s Right‑to‑Work statute has helped attract world‑class employers, foster innovation, and create an environment where individuals can negotiate directly with their employers based on merit. Efforts to repeal this law would reverse decades of progress, forcing workers to subsidize union activities and limiting their ability to chart their own career path. Preserving Right‑to‑Work means defending personal freedom, promoting opportunity, and ensuring Virginia remains a leader in job creation and prosperity.
Stand for Worker Freedom in Virginia
How you can help
Americans for Prosperity–Virginia is leading a statewide effort to protect Right‑to‑Work and keep worker choice intact. The team is building a digital campaign that combines education, storytelling, and action—anchored by a dedicated landing page, social media outreach, and paid advertising. AFP‑VA is also engaging local business owners and community leaders to share real‑world perspectives on why voluntary association matters. Through events, videos, and grassroots organizing, the chapter is amplifying the message that preserving Right‑to‑Work strengthens Virginia’s economy and empowers individuals.
You can make a difference by adding your name to the petition supporting Right‑to‑Work and sharing the campaign with friends and family. Beyond signing, Virginians can spread awareness on social media, attend local events, and talk to neighbors about why worker freedom matters. Every signature and conversation helps build momentum to ensure lawmakers understand that Virginians value choice, fairness, and opportunity in the workplace.