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HERstory 2026
Come to the 8th annual HERstory brunch! This year's theme is "PowHERing Through." Please join us to celebrate Women’s History Month and honor the outstanding women who drive the labor movement. Enjoy brunch with your fellow educators, along with massages, mindfulness and manicures — self-care to keep your union solidarity strong!
22nd Annual UFT School Counselors Conference
Please join your fellow school counselors, UFT representatives and our wonderful guest speakers at this year's annual School Counselors Conference. This year's theme is "School Counselors: Where Compassion Meets Action."
Early Childhood Conference 2026
Register to attend the 2026 UFT Early Childhood Conference. Attend a day of creativity, growth, discovery and collaboration as we shape the future of education for our youngest learners. Welcoming educators serving 3-K, pre-K, K, 1st grade and 2nd grade, this event offers an opportunity to earn four CTLE hours from relevant workshops, hear from an inspiring keynote speaker and meet with colleagues from across the city.
UFT Campaigns
Learn how you can play a role in our latest campaigns to ensure that every union member—as well as our students, families and communities—has the support they need to succeed.
UFT Political Action
The UFT takes part in a variety of political battles on behalf of our members and the children and families we work with in our fight to protect public education and our school communities.
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The UFT works with many organizations in its work as an advocate for New York City students and schools.