Recently, I had the honor of representing our local at the Trades Women Build Nations Conference in Chicago — the largest annual gathering of union tradeswomen and allies in the world, with over 6,000 attendees. The energy was electric. The event was more than a celebration — it was a powerful reminder of the strength, skill, and leadership that women bring to the unionized construction and building trades.

Shortly after, I traveled to Seattle to attend the COMET Train the Trainer class at Local 46. COMET — Construction Organizing Membership Education Training — is a vital tool for building our organizing capacity. The training prepared me to educate fellow members about the importance of organizing and how to engage non-union workers effectively.

I also joined Local 46’s Blitz campaign, knocking on doors and having real conversations with non-union workers about the benefits of union membership. These face-to-face interactions are where organizing begins — with listening, sharing, and building trust.

Myra D Hildreth
Card # D899925
District 2 Organizer