In this time of heightened security, all transportation workers need to become informed about the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC™). You will need a TWIC™ to gain unescorted access to secure areas of Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) regulated facilities and vessels. CLICK HERE to learn more & apply for a TWIC card.

Election Day 2012

Members and Friends of DC 21 work Election Day. 

 

	District Council 21 is proud to be introducing the … COLLEGE TUITION BENEFIT
	College Scholarships will be awarded to your children,  grandchildren, or extended family  AT NO COST TO YOU! Sign up immediately and start growing your account  regardless of having someone to sponsor now.  Enroll now for FREE!  Visit  nesenroll.com/dc21

UNIONS GATHER TO CELEBRATE APPRENTICE AWARENESS DAY 6/12/2012 Labor and trade organizations as well as a number of legislators gathered in the Capitol’s Main Rotunda today to celebrate Apprentice Awareness Day. CLICK HERE for the full story

Green Advantage and Leadership Classes scheduled. Be the first to get these important certifications and even start your pursuit of that college degree.  CLICK HERE for more information and to register.

DC 21 members picketing the  Faulkner Auto Group

check out our outreach page for more

District Council 21 members recently donated their time to paint at the Philadelphia Veterans Multi Service & Education Services Headquarters on North 4th Street in Center City. The members completed a painting project for this worthy cause and received many thanks from the Veterans.  This Organization helps honorably discharged Veterans in our area with a multitude of social and educational programs.  Any members who may need their assistance can contact them at (215) 923-VETS."

Please visit the USA website at: www.unionsa.org for updates in safety, legal or political events in our union community. Check our links page for other union related websites.

Philadelphia Labor Day Parade 2011 CLICK HERE to view the photos

Winners of the 2011 Ralph Williams Scholarship Award for $1500.00 are 

John McKee, son of Mark McKee - Local Union 1955;  Connor Hoffman, son of Michael Hoffman – Local Union 2011;  Michael F. Lafferty, son of Michael Lafferty – Local Union 252;  Tasha Hartley, daughter of Clint Walter – Local Union 411

All other applicants will receive $500.00 each.  Congratulations to all of our winners.

Congratulations to the Glaziers 252 Softball Team for winning the Philadelphia Building Trades Softball League Championship! Check our sports page for more details

	District Council 21 is offering a fully paid HeartCam  screening to all eligible members. Schedule today and protect your heart health!

Local 2011 held its inaugural election meeting on June 7th. 
A full house hardly describes the 300+ members that attended.

Elections were held at the inaugural meeting.  Pictured are the new officers as they were sworn in.  Congratulations to the leaders of Local 2011.

LOCAL #2011 A NEW LOCAL - A NEW GENERATION CLICK HERE to view the photos

The FTI recently hosted 11 students from the NAWIC Magic Camp.  NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) is a large organization whose purpose is to expose females to non-traditional careers like the building trades.  The Magic Camp is a week long program that shows local females opportunities in the building trades, by having them visit jobsites, training facilities, and manufacturers.  The students spent the entire day at the FTI getting hands-on skills and related training in all District Council 21 crafts. CLICK HERE to view the photos

Mayor Michael Nutter visits the  Glaziers Local 252 Union Meeting  to discuss plans for Philadelphia in upcoming years.  CLICK HERE to view the photos

All three trades help on this project  at Woodrow Wilson school (day of Cares) CLICK HERE to view the photos

The IUPAT Pension Office is moving... Effective August 15, 2010 our new address is: 7234 Parkway Drive Hanover, MD  21076 Main Telephone number 410-564-5500 Direct Dial 410-564-5501 Fax number 866-656-4160

NEWS FROM THE TRAINING CENTER The FTI is committed to providing the best education for its current and future members.  We are truly excited about our current status as the “only” unionized building trades apprenticeship program to receive Third Party Accreditation for its academic proficiency and rigor, as well as our ability to apply for the authority to confer degrees for our industry training and education.  CLICK HERE to read for news on our initiatives and proposals...

District Council 21 is proud of our affiliation with ATAP... ATAP is a non-profit, IRS approved, Pennsylvania corporation, created by Philadelphia Trade Unions to contain costs and promote improved service delivery for drug and alcohol abuse, mental health concerns and related issues to union members, retirees and dependents.

ATAP was created to address the needs of union members arising out of substance abuse and mental health issues as well as related problems. Recognition, treatment, education and cost containment are the areas addressed by ATAP.  Please visit ATAP's website, www.alliedtrades-online.com for more information.

2011 Class Schedules & ACE classes Check the Apprenticeship & Training section for upcoming class schedules and to register for upcoming ACE classes.

WE DID IT !! On Sunday – February 8, 2009; the Council on Occupational Education (COE) voted unanimously  to APPROVE the District Council 21 Training Program for FULL ACCREDITATION.  This makes District Council 21 the only “Stand Alone” Building Trades Apprenticeship and Journeyperson Training Program to ever receive this honor.  Many building trade’s apprenticeship programs have partnerships or articulation agreements with accredited community colleges or universities.  With this accreditation those partnerships are no longer necessary for our members.  Who is the COE? The COE is one (1) of just eight (8) accrediting bureaus, recognized by the Federal Department of Education (DOE), to provide Third Party Accreditation to entities that meet or exceed the stringent standards set forth by the Federal DOE.   The COE audited our programs, curriculum, instructors, financials, policies and procedures, and much more and determined that we were compliant with all necessary regulations.  For more information on the COE please visit their website at www.council.org What does this all mean?  District Council 21 will soon become the FTI – Finishing Trades Institute.  In name only though, we will still provide the best apprenticeship programs, journeyperson skills training, and safety training to our members.   However, we can now apply with the State of Pennsylvania to become an Associates Degree granting facility, offer Title IV Student Funding to our apprentices, and recruit better caliber men and women looking for a career but wanting to attend college also.  Can you imagine that?  Apprentices getting Student Loans for tools, cars, and living expenses – just like regular college students; Apprentices receiving Associates Degrees for completing their normal apprenticeship.  Past Apprenticeship graduates completing a few requirements and also receiving an Associates Degree once approved. Congratulations to the DC 21 Training Center Board of Trustees for their vision and leadership, the full and part time staff, our consultant Nancy Gentile, and most of all; the members of District Council 21.  The benefits of having this Third Party Accreditation are just the beginning of a very bright future for all.

Call-in hours expanded for claims Pennsylvanians will now be able to file claims for unemployment compensation benefits six days a week. Labor and Industry acting Secretary Sandi Vito said in a statement that call-in hours for the unemployment compensation toll-free phone number, 1-888-313-7284, would now be available Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The call center also is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The additional Sunday hours mark the first time call centers will be available to answer every type of unemployment compensation question, the department said. Customers also can get information or file a claim for unemployment compensation benefits online 24 hours a day at www.dli.state.pa.us Philadelphia Inquirer January 3 2009

District Council 21 accepts Apprentice applications exclusively on-line. Walk in applications are no longer being accepted. If you are interested in applying CLICK HERE.  You will be given specific instructions to follow to assure the accuracy of your application. For specific information and qualification requirements regarding our Trades please visit the Education and Training section of our web site.

9 / 11 / 2001 United We Stand