Union News, Services and Events

LABOR DAY PARADE - SEPT 7

Are you ready to show off your Union Pride? March with DC 37 in this year’s Central Labor Council Labor Day Parade on Saturday, Sept. 7!

WEST INDIAN DAY PARADE - SEPT 2

Please join your union siblings as we honor the Caribbean Heritage by marching in this year’s West Indian Day Parade. 
Monday, Sept. 2, 2024 at 10 a.m. | RSVP to Doris Murphy Hernandez

DC 37 MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES HOUSING PROGRAM

First-Time Homebuyer Workshop

Are you thinking of buying your first home but don’t know where to begin? The DC 37 Municipal Employees Housing Program is pleased to offer a virtual First-Time Homebuyer Workshop. Allow us to assist you on your journey to homeownership as we discuss the mortgage process, pre-approvals, debt-to-income ratios, PMI, FHA loans, conventional loans, and much more! Bring your questions and we’ll provide the answers. We hope to see you there! 
Saturday, Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. | Register HERE.

DC 37 POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE

2024 Voter Registration Deadlines

Are you and your family all set to participate in the 2024 elections? Elections for President, Congress, New York State Senate, and New York State Assembly are happening this year! You may register to vote or update your voter registration HERE.

Attend Political Action Committee Meetings

Join us for our monthly Political Action Committee Meetings to find out more about what’s happening in City Hall and Albany. Meetings take place on the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. via Zoom. 
The next meeting is on Thursday, Sept. 12. To register, click HERE.

 Support Your Union Political Action Fund!

In 2024 wealthy corporations and individuals will spend millions trying to diminish our union rights and benefits. It’s important that we support candidates who will fight against attempts to cut jobs and the advances we’ve fought hard for. By joining the PEOPLE Program, our DC 37 political action fund, we can get leaders in office who will fight for worker’s rights over corporate greed. PEOPLE contributions are used to do Get Out the Vote campaigns, lobbying around member issues, to directly support pro-workers candidates, and other important activities that we are restricted from using dues money to conduct.

Become a PEOPLE contributor now by clicking HERE.

DC 37 EDUCATION FUND

Applications for the Fall 2024 Semester Are Open!

The Education Fund is now accepting applications for courses beginning this September! For a list of current offerings, please visit our Classes and Benefits page by clicking HERE! Many classes fill up quickly so be sure to register today!

The DC 37 Green Jobs Training Program is Expanding!

The DC 37 Education Fund is happy to announce the Green Jobs Training Expansion Program, a grant-funded training program for eligible DC 37 members to receive free, hands-on instruction in areas of need within the green economy and energy sector. 

Training courses include Energy Auditing, Multifamily and Commercial Building Analyst, Carbon Accounting, LEED Green Associate, Energy Benchmarking and Construction Management. These courses and more will prepare members for certifications and licenses offered and recognized by the Building Performance Institute, Urban Green Council and Association of Energy Engineers. 

If you are interested in more information on these courses and what this training can provide for you, please click HERE.

Certified Medical Coding Classes Begin This Fall

The DC37 Education Fund in conjunction with Monroe College will be offering Certified Medical Coding training for the entry level Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification exam through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Content areas include Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, as well as ICD-10 and CPT Coding.Classes begin this October and space is limited so if you are interested in this program you can read more on the program and apply by clicking HERE.

Apply For CISCO And CompTIA+ Certification Classes

The DC37 Education Fund in conjunction with Monroe College will be offering CISCO and CompTIA+ certification classes to prepare members for each certification exam. There are prerequisites for these classes and you will have to take and pass a technical assessment in order to gain entry. Classes begin this October and space is limited! Learn more about the program and apply by clicking HERE.

Computer Courses for DC 37 Members

The DC 37 Education Fund offers many different computer courses to meet the varied needs of members. Click on the class of interest below to learn more about the program and to register today!

Changes to Tuition Reimbursement Benefit

Beginning with classes, courses and workshops taken on or after Jan. 1, 2024, eligible DC 37 members can now be reimbursed up to $1,500 by the DC 37 Education Fund as long as the requirements for reimbursement are met. Additionally, tuition reimbursement applications can now be submitted completely online. 

For more information on the changes to the reimbursement benefit, please click HERE.

Education and Career Counseling

Do you need guidance on selecting a class from our offerings, updating a resume or need assistance reaching a career or educational goal? Contact an Ed Fund counselor HERE to schedule a virtual appointment. 

CUNY Counseling Is Here For You

Now is the ideal time to plan for enrollment at the CUNY college of your choice. Let Worker Education at the CUNY School of Labor & Urban Studies (SLU) help guide you through the process of finding the best CUNY program to match your education and career goals.

Expert advisors offer FREE one-on-one phone sessions on academic requirements for specific jobs; choosing a CUNY campus and major; applying to and financing a CUNY degree; certificate and non-credit options at CUNY, transferring previous credits, and more. Each session is free and catered to your specific goals and needs.

View the calendar and schedule your CUNY advisement session here. Need help finding a date/time that works for you? Email [email protected].

Retirees Education Courses For Fall 2024

The Ed Fund is currently accepting applications for classes for the Fall 2024 cycle. Apply online by clicking HERE.

For questions, please contact Manuel Gomez-Rosa at [email protected] or call (212) 815-1700.

Skills Upgrade

  • GED Classes 
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes 

New classes begin in September—email [email protected] for information.

Scholarship Opportunities

  • Education Incentive Program (EIP)
    • This scholarship is awarded based on income and gives up to $2,500 per year for college courses and up to $1,250 for the CDA. This scholarship is available to classroom personnel only.  
  • AFSCME Family Scholarship 
    • A renewable $2,000 scholarship (over the course of 4 years) awarded annually to graduating high school seniors of union members. Due Tuesday, Dec. 31

For more information about these programs, call (212) 341-4991 or email [email protected].

MSK DIRECT

Getting Screened Could Be A Breath of Fresh Air

Cancer screenings are important, so please don’t wait. Take charge of your health with a short assessment to get personal lung screening recommendations from MSK. MSK recommends screening if you: 

  • Smoke now, or quit smoking within the past 15 years
  • Are between the ages of 50 and 80
  • Have smoked an average of 1 pack a day for at least 20 years, or a similar amount (for example, 2 packs a day for 10 years) 

Connect with MSK TODAY: Call: (833) 786-3365Visit: mskcc.org/direct/dc37