Screen Actors Guild (SAG)

The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) is a labor union that represents film and television actors in the United States. Founded in 1933, its primary role is to protect the rights and interests of professional performers, ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans. SAG negotiates contracts with studios and production companies, sets industry standards, and provides support and resources for its members. In 2012, SAG merged with the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) to form SAG-AFTRA, broadening its representation to include radio and television personalities as well.