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Union Membership & Advocacy Organizations
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AFL-CIO – National labor federation representing trade unions and workers’ rights.
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North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) – Union resources and apprenticeships for construction trades.
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International Brotherhood of Teamsters – Represents workers in transportation, construction, and other industries.
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United Auto Workers (UAW) – Supports manufacturing, automotive, and technical workers.
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United Steelworkers (USW) – Advocates for steel, rubber, oil, and manufacturing workers.
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Service Employees International Union (SEIU) – Represents healthcare, public service, and property service workers.
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American Federation of Teachers (AFT) – Union support for educators and public sector workers.
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National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) – Provides advocacy and resources for electricians.
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International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) – Supports construction and equipment operation workers.
Apprenticeships & Job Training Programs
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Apprenticeship.gov – U.S. government directory for paid apprenticeships in skilled trades.
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North America’s Building Trades Unions Apprenticeship Programs – Pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship training.
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National Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (NJATC) – Electrical trade apprenticeship programs.
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Sheet Metal Workers’ International Association Training – Training for HVAC, welding, and metalwork trades.
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UA Local Pipefitters & Plumbers Apprenticeships – Plumbing, pipefitting, and welding training.
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International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Apprenticeships – Electrical industry training programs.
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Carpenters Training Institute – Programs for carpentry and millwork.
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International Union of Painters & Allied Trades (IUPAT) – Apprenticeships for painters, glaziers, and drywall finishers.
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Ironworkers Apprenticeship Programs – Structural ironwork training.
Job Search & Career Placement for Trade Workers
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Union Jobs Clearinghouse – Union-affiliated job board.
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Tradeswomen, Inc. – Job search and support for women in trades.
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Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) – Government job training and employment services.
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Helmets to Hardhats – Career placement for veterans in construction trades.
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Indeed – Union Jobs – Job listings for union-backed employment.
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The Blue Collar Recruiter – Connects skilled tradespeople with job opportunities.
Workplace Rights & Legal Advocacy for Union Workers
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National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) – Protects workers’ rights to unionize and bargain collectively.
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Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) – Workplace safety standards and complaint filing.
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Department of Labor – Wage & Hour Division – Ensures fair wages and overtime pay.
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Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) – Advocacy for laborers and construction workers.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) – Protects workers from discrimination.
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National Employment Law Project (NELP) – Research and advocacy for workers’ rights.
Financial Assistance & Benefits for Trade Workers
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Union Plus Benefits – Discounts, financial aid, and scholarships for union members.
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AFL-CIO Housing Investment Trust – Affordable housing programs for union workers.
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Construction Industry Retirement Plans (CIRT) – Retirement savings and pension planning.
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National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) – Unemployment benefits and workforce programs.
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Emergency Relief Fund for Union Members – Financial aid for union workers facing hardship.
Continuing Education & Skill Advancement
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OSHA Training Institute – Workplace safety training and certifications.
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National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) – Skills certification for trade workers.
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United Association Continuing Education – Ongoing education for plumbing and HVAC professionals.
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International Training Institute for the Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Industry – Advanced certifications for sheet metal workers.
Women & Minority Support in the Trades
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National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) – Support and advocacy for women in construction.
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Black Tradesmen United – Networking and support for Black workers in the trades.
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Latino Workers Safety Center – Advocacy and job support for Latino workers.
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Tradeswomen Build Nations – Support and training for women in construction.