The 14,000 Disneyland Cast Members impacted by the contract negotiations have voted to ratify the new offer Disney gave them. This will prevent a strike before the investor call and the D23 Expo next month.
What did the Cast Members get?
The three-year contract will give the Cast Members a new hourly minimum wage of $24. Wage increases will occur for others who are not set at the minimum wage. Over the next three years, many Cast Members will see a pay increase of $6.10.
Seniority increases and improved attendance and sick time were also approved.
The new contract should take effect as soon as the ratification process is complete.
Here is what the Disney Workers Rising Bargaining Committee posted on Instagram:
Our new three-year contract agreements with Disney have officially been ratified. Thank you for taking the time to vote and ensuring your voice was heard.
Because of our solidarity and commitment to fighting for the contract we all deserve, our historic new contracts include:
A three-year contract!
The biggest wage increases ever! Most cast members will be receiving $6.10 over three years!
Minimum base wage rate of $24 in 2024 (or more for some classifications)
Historic longevity increases for senior cast members
Attendance policy and sick leave improvements that give cast members more opportunities to attend to personal issues without fearing discipline
New premiums for cast members
This victory is a direct result of us showcasing our power at the bargaining table and in the parks.
Every meeting we attended, rally we participated in, petition we signed, and button we wore forced Disney to recognize our power and enabled us to reach this historic agreement. The solidarity and record participation we achieved in this fight means we are that much stronger for our next contract campaign. And that campaign starts now.
Look at what we have accomplished this year, and imagine what we can do when we have three years to get even stronger before we come back to the bargaining table and sit across from Disney. We are absolutely stronger together, so continue to stay engaged with your stewards, fellow cast members and your union.
If you have any questions about the new contracts, please do not hesitate to reach out to your stewards, union representatives, or bargaining committee members.
In Solidarity,
Your Disney Workers Rising Bargaining Committee”
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