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ALT LAist SAG-AFTRA unit response to layoffs Weâre saddened and extremely disappointed to learn that eight of our LAist colleagues are losing their jobs today, including at least four full-time members of the SAG-AFTRA bargaining unit. This is the third consecutive year that talented colleagues have been laid off, severely curtailing our ability to deliver on our mission âto strengthen the civic and cultural bonds that unite Southern California's diverse communities by providing the highest quality news and information across multiple platforms.â Among those losing their livelihoods are journalists who brought acclaim to the organization through multiple awards this year â and some of whom were actively working to bring new stories to our audience when they learned they were being laid off today. The loss is truly devastating, not just for us, but for all Southern Californians who depend on LAist to keep them informed and connected to their community.
ALT Text: Overwhelmingly yes. 94% of SCNG Guild members vote to authorize union leaders to call for a strike.
ALT A screenshot of part of an email that reads: As a member and stakeholder of LAist, I want to let you know that to help close this gap, weâre offering a voluntary buyout program for current employees. Our hope is that these buyouts will be enough to shrink the gap and avoid layoffs, but that remains unclear. In a commitment to transparency, we will continue to share updates with you as the situation evolves.
ALT A screenshot of part of an email that reads: As a member and stakeholder of LAist, I want to let you know that to help close this gap, weâre offering a voluntary buyout program for current employees. Our hope is that these buyouts will be enough to shrink the gap and avoid layoffs, but that remains unclear. In a commitment to transparency, we will continue to share updates with you as the situation evolves.
