The Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees International Union (often abbreviated as HERE) is a labor union representing workers in the hospitality and food service industries. Founded in 1891, it advocates for the rights and interests of employees in hotels, restaurants, and related sectors, focusing on fair wages, benefits, and working conditions. HERE is part of the larger UNITE HERE organization, which was formed in 2004 through the merger of HERE and the Union of Needletrades, Industrial and Textile Employees. The union engages in collective bargaining and organizes workers to ensure they have a voice in their workplaces, promoting solidarity among its members.