Fighting for Clean Clams Since Day One
Clean Clams Local Union 1 is a proud Chicago-based brotherhood union. We stand united in our fight for our members' rights to always have clean clams. All are welcome in our ranks.
“What do we want? Clean Clams! When do we want them? NOW!”
Why Clean Clams Local Union 1?
- We are a Chicago-based brotherhood union open to all who believe in clean clams
- Our union provides collective bargaining power, community support, and worker advocacy
- Members gain access to resources, events, rallies, and a voice in union decisions
- We fight for legislative protections and industry standards for clam cleanliness
- Join our mailing list or become a full member — every voice strengthens our cause
What We Stand For
Clean Clams Local Union 1 is built on a foundation of solidarity, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the cause of clean clams for all.
Worker Protection
We fight to protect every member's right to work with and access only the cleanest clams. No compromise, no exceptions.
Brotherhood & Solidarity
Our union is a tight-knit brotherhood where every member has a voice. Together we are stronger than any individual.
Collective Bargaining
Through organized negotiations, we secure fair agreements that uphold clean clam standards across the industry.
Advocacy & Action
From rallies to legislation, we are vocal and visible in our fight for clean clams. Our chants echo through Chicago's streets.
Community Support
We support our members and the broader Chicago community through outreach, education, and mutual aid programs.
Events & Rallies
Regular meetings, rallies, educational workshops, and social events keep our brotherhood strong and connected.
The Voice of the Brotherhood
Our union chants are the heartbeat of our movement. When we raise our voices together, the world listens. These are the rallying cries of Clean Clams Local Union 1.
“Dirty Clam, NO Slam, You don't get the dick and balls.”
The founding chant — a direct message that dirty clams are unacceptable.
“Hey hey, ho ho, that dirty clam has got to go!”
Our march chant — heard at every rally and picket line across Chicago.
“What do we want? Clean Clams! When do we want them? NOW!”
The call-and-response that unites the entire brotherhood as one voice.
Latest Union News
Stay informed about our latest activities and victories.
Union Secures New Clean Clam Standards Agreement
After months of collective bargaining, Clean Clams Local Union 1 has reached a landmark agreement establishing new industry-wide cleanliness standards for all clam handling operations in the greater Chicago area.
Spring Rally Draws Record Attendance Downtown
Members and supporters gathered in Grant Park for our Spring Rally for Clean Clams, filling the park with chants and solidarity. The brotherhood's voice was heard across the city.
New Member Benefits Package Announced for 2026
The union leadership has approved an expanded benefits package for all members, including enhanced resource access, educational workshops, and community support programs.
Upcoming Events
Get involved and show your solidarity. Attend our upcoming events and be part of the movement.
Monthly Brotherhood Meeting
Union Hall, 123 Solidarity Ave
7:00 PM CST
May Day Clean Clam March
Grant Park, Chicago
10:00 AM CST
Clean Clam Awareness Workshop
Chicago Community Center
2:00 PM CST
Summer Solidarity BBQ & Rally
Millennium Park Pavilion
12:00 PM CST
Common Questions About Our Union
New to Clean Clams Local Union 1? Here are answers to the most common questions about our brotherhood.
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About Our Union
Learn about our history, mission, and the brotherhood.
Membership Info
Discover the benefits of joining our ranks.
Our Mission
Understand what drives us every single day.
Union History
The story of how our brotherhood began.
Leadership Team
Meet the officers who guide our union.
Workers' Rights
Know your rights as a worker and union member.
Collective Bargaining
How we negotiate for clean clam standards.
Community Outreach
How we give back to the Chicago community.
Support the Cause
Ways to contribute to the clean clam movement.