IUPAT

The foundation of this country wasn’t built by CEOs or laid by hedge fund managers. It was built by union workers. Today, more than ever, we need you in this fight.

Brother Graham, with support from the District Council, grew his local from 55% membership to more than 80% membership. In right-to-work states, organizers have to work a lot harder to engage and win over members — and this local is doing it!

Juli Prill, Assistant Business Manager of DC 77, and Fitzgerald Graham, President of Local 1225 and jobsite steward, are speaking now about the importance of organizing the south and what it’s going to take to win strong unions in the region.

Welcome to the 2026 @jwjnational National Conference! We’re proud to be here with our allies @SEIU and so many other unions and working people. Follow along for updates over the next 2 days ⬇️

Gloria Urias, member of Local 402, District Council 35, is hard at work at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston! To Gloria and all of our members: thank you for all you do to build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps us safe, happy, and healthy!

NEW: Democracy isn’t just about voting for elected officials, it’s about real power for working people. It must extend beyond electoral maps and the voting booth and into our workplaces. @SmileyJWJ, @SEIUPres, and Jimmy Williams Jr. of @GoIUPAT in @ajc: ajc.com/opinion/2026/0…

🛠️ In Order to Be It, You Gotta See It! This week, we're featuring Anahi Martinez for #WorkingTradeswomanWednesday, a Drywall #Finisher with @GoIUPAT! 👩‍🔧 Anahi says, "It's new skills to learn, more money to make, and another challenge to complete!" 💪 #obct #wtw

There are so many people who work behind the scenes to make our union run and to serve our members. We are grateful for the work of all administrative, pension, and benefit employees across our District Councils and the International Union!

College isn’t the only way to build a lifelong career. Congratulations to Brandi Johnson from Lewistown Community High School for signing her commitment to District Council 14’s Apprenticeship Program and Local 157. We’re so excited to see all that you accomplish!

It’s no secret that working class men are struggling. I spoke with Jimmy Williams, @GoIUPAT union president and fourth-generation Philly construction worker, about how the labor movement can help. playboy.com/read/politics/…

"The construction industry’s in the top three for death by suicide, and has struggled with the opioid crisis in this country too. It’s not talked about enough. We lost a member just last week who took their own life, 36 years old, who was a bridge painter in Pittsburgh. It’s all because that American dream isn’t there."

Our General President @Jimmy_iupat spoke to @GrimKim for @Playboy about the problems plaguing working-class men in America. playboy.com/read/politics/…

🚨 The Lithium Valley Construction Workforce Ordinance has PASSED. After years of organizing and advocacy by the Imperial County Building & Construction Trades Council and its affiliates, Imperial County has approved one of the strongest workforce standards ordinances in the country.

Congratulations to Local 479, District Council 57 member Bruce Turner on 50 years as an IUPAT member! Brother Turner joined Local 479 in 1976 and has worked in the Allegheny County Sign Shop since 2018. Bruce has served on his local’s executive board and always comes to work with a smile on his face. We appreciate you, Bruce!

For drywall finishing apprentice Joel Hernandez of Local 1156, District Council 58, the most important aspect of his training has been learning how to keep himself and his co-workers safe. That’s one of the biggest differences between non-union and union work, and we’re proud to maintain high safety standards that ensure our members get home to their families each day.

District Council 3 has partnered with their signatory contractors on the Missouri Works Initiative pre-apprenticeship program, teaching future tradesworkers what the IUPAT is all about. This is what building the next generation of skilled professionals looks like!

District Council 14 recently had its first Stewards Meeting of the year! This meeting was conducted in both English and Spanish, ensuring all members have access to the tools and information needed to succeed. Nearly 40 members participated in this important training, taking the initiative to strengthen their knowledge and leadership on the jobsite. When our stewards are educated, our membership is empowered—and a stronger membership builds a stronger union. This is what Building Union Power looks like.