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We remain one union

We may have differences, but we all work together on the important stuff. We put members first, and we don’t let our differences get in the way of our similarities.


Marian Thom, founding member of the Paraprofessionals Chapter, dies

Marian Thom, a dynamic force for Asian American causes and a founding member of the UFT Paraprofessionals Chapter, died on Sept. 4 after a nine-month battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 88.

Relief for joint pain

UFT Welfare Fund members, both in-service and retired, and their families now have special access to Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) thanks to a new partnership between the UFT Welfare Fund and the hospital.

Push to improve pension COLA

Delegates at the UFT Delegate Assembly approved a resolution calling for the union to push for a fairer cost of living adjustment for New York City public employee pensions.

Correct address needed for termination pay

Checks for termination pay will be sent to the address on file with the Department of Education. Here is how to update your address if you have moved since your retirement.

Become a Si Beagle instructor

Have an interest or subject matter that brings you joy? Consider teaching fellow retirees as a UFT Si Beagle instructor. Here is how to become an instructor.