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The Joint Association of Boxers is an attempt to unionize professional boxers, who are often called "the most exploited athletes."[according to whom?] The union's stated goals are:
The initial meeting of the JAB took place in Las Vegas on May 12, 2003, where the union was founded in cooperation with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. Well-known boxers that are members include David Tua, Joel Casamayor, and the late Diego Corrales.