Your generosity makes the holidays a little brighter and reflects the solidarity our labor movement is proud to uphold.

Finally, we are continually grateful for our hardworking Building Trades members and labor allies.
Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and meaningful holiday week.

We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who donated to our food drive. As we celebrate and give thanks this week, we hold close the members of our community who may not be able to gather with their families.

We are grateful to share this beautiful place and honor their enduring stewardship.

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In Olympia, our office is on the ancestral homelands of the dxʷsqʷaliʔabš (Nisqually), sqʷax̌sədabš (Squaxin), and Stl’pulmsh (Cowlitz) peoples, whose care for these waters and forests since time immemorial continues to sustain life today.

To every man in our unions, families, and communities: we see you, we value you, and we’re grateful for all you bring to the world.

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It’s also a day to recognize that men face unique mental health challenges, including a much higher risk of suicide. Reaching out, checking in, and supporting each other can make a life-changing difference.

Our thoughts and hearts are with Amber and her loved ones, and all of our siblings in the trades who have been impacted by this senseless tragedy.

Please be safe and take care of yourselves and each other.

Amber's murder at the hands of her co-worker is a wake-up call about the real danger of harassment, hostility, and unchecked violence on job sites. We must honor Amber by doing everything we can to create safer and more respectful workplaces for women and all.

Apprenticeship is one of Washington’s most powerful workforce development tools, and together we’re committed to expanding OJT opportunities and wrap-around services that set apprentices up for long-term success.

This Movember, let’s stand together for mental health, support our brothers and siblings in the trades, and make sure everyone feels supported and safe

If you or someone you know is struggling, free and confidential help is available:
📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 anytime
💬 988lifeline.org – Chat online for support
🏗️ Construction Working Minds – www.constructionworkingminds.org

Construction workers face some of the highest rates of stress, depression, and suicide. We must continue to break the silence and remind each other: you’re not alone, and it’s okay to ask for help.

Let’s look out for one another, on and off the job site.