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Workers at Google's parent company Alphabet from across the globe are banding together in one big union. The new coalition, called , consists of 13 unions representing Alphabet workers in 10 countries, including the U.S., UK, Germany, Switzerland and Sweden. The coalition was formed in coordination with global union federation UNI Global Union, which has 20 million members. Alpha Global issued a saying its goal is to "see a world in which Alphabet respects human and labour rights across its global operations and supply chain."The statement says Alphabet is a "major incubator of innovations" and a "technology leader." However, it is also "a creator of inequalities, implicated in sexual harassment and oppression of sexual minorities and people of colour.""Alphabet has long lost its commitment of “Don’t be evil,” but we haven’t. Together, we will hold Alphabet accountable. Together, we will change Alphabet," the statement reads. Mashable has contacted Google for a comment. We'll update the story when we hear back.The news comes just weeks after several hundred Google workers in the U.S. and Canada formed the . The newly formed Alpha Global says it will fight for the rights of both direct Alphabet employees, as well as temporary, vendor and contract workers. It will also call on NGOs, governments, stakeholders and investors to enforce the rights of Alphabet workers. However, as points out, the coalition currently doesn't have a legally binding agreement with Alphabet, meaning its negotiating power won't be very strong, at least for now. UPDATE: Jan. 26, 2021, 8:34 a.m. CET “We've always worked hard to create a supportive and rewarding workplace. We'll continue engaging directly with all our employees,” a Google spokesperson told Mashable in an e-mailed statement.A big design change.09/07/2022ByGet ready for roaming charges.09/07/2022ByThe notch is gone.09/07/2022ByThe mini is out.09/07/2022ByBe there when Apple shows off the next iPhones or be square.09/07/2022By'Thank God I didn't give up on me.'3 hours agoByHow to watch the action if you don't have pay TV.09/12/2022ByWerewolves in the MCU. This news left us howling.09/11/2022ByLogan Lerman, where are you?09/11/2022ByOur favorite "clan of two" is returning soon.09/11/2022ByIs 'Wordle' #451 stumping you? Here are some tips and tricks to help you find the answer.19 hours agoByThe good, the bad, and the WTF.9 hours agoByThis is good to go? Everyone fine with it? OK...11 hours agoByRalph is the first Black woman to win in her category in 35 years.18 hours agoByHas the word 'doomsday' lost all meaning?09/11/2022ByThe biggest stories of the day delivered to your inbox.By signing up to the Mashable newsletter you agree to receive electronic communicationsfrom Mashable that may sometimes include advertisements or sponsored content.Thanks for signing up. See you at your inbox!

Workers at Google's parent company Alphabet from across the globe are banding together in one big union. The new coalition, called , consists of 13 unions representing Alphabet workers in 10 countries, including the U.S., UK, Germany, Switzerland and Sweden. The coalition was formed in coordination with global union federation UNI Global Union, which has 20 million members. Alpha Global issued a saying its goal is to "see a world in which Alphabet respects human and labour rights across its global operations and supply chain."The statement says Alphabet is a "major incubator of innovations"...

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