REI, regarded as a progressive consumer cooperative, faces criticism from employees amid unionization efforts. Though 11 stores have successfully organized, no contract is yet in place. Reports reveal high incidents of discrimination among workers, particularly racial discrimination, with 47% of surveyed employees reporting encounters. This raises concerns about REI's commitment to its stated values of inclusion and equity. The National Labor Relations Board is investigating unfair labor practice allegations, while REI’s demographics indicate difficulties in retaining diverse talent, notably among Black and Latino employees, highlighting a gap between the company's ideals and reality.
Discrimination has no place at REI. The safety, well-being, and inclusion of our 15,000 employees are non-negotiable priorities for our co-op.
Despite successful union efforts at 11 of its 180 total stores, REI workers have not managed to successfully negotiate a contract with the company.
A new report from the National Employment Law Project finds that many REI workers say they have encountered discrimination on the job, with 47% reporting racial discrimination.
Among workers of color, one in five said they had personally faced discrimination at the company, highlighting an internal conflict with REI's public image.
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