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Show us your Pride!
Join the UFT at this year's Pride March on Sunday, June 29. Whether you're a member of the community or an ally, we need your feet on the street.
What's new
Michael Mulgrew re-elected UFT president
UFT President Michael Mulgrew won his sixth term as the union’s president. The Unity Caucus, led by Mulgrew, received 54% of the vote.
Immigrant student and family resources
See information on immigrant rights, the threat of deportation and how educators can support our immigrant students and their families.
Pride Month teaching resources
These rich curriculum materials can help educators address issues of equality, inclusiveness, mutual understanding and acceptance.
Union Rights and Benefits
Salary
UFT members earn pay increases based on experience thanks to the bargaining power of the union.
Pension
A defined-benefit pension will provide guaranteed monthly payments from the day you retire for the rest of your life.
Contracts
Through the strength of collective bargaining, the union has negotiated contracts that protect the rights of its members.
Join the union!
As a union member, you'll have access to valuable benefits and gain a voice in your professional life.
More for Members
UFT Mobile App
A new mobile app has been launched for members to connect with us and access important information.
UFT Member Hub
The Member Hub has personalized content, services and resources you need as a UFT member.