As a result of our intense negotiations with the DOE over our concerns with the NYC Solves curriculum, the DOE is releasing ...

Member participation builds our union’s power. That’s why we launched Union Power Points, a new program that encourages ...

With the incoming federal administration threatening to cut funding to our highest-need students, the UFT stands ready to ...

We are calling on members of the New York City Council to pass legislation to give every UFT-represented paraprofessional an annual recurring payment of approximately $10,000. Get answers to your ...

The UFT today launched a television ad campaign recognizing New York City public school educators as they overcome challenges while helping students reach their full potential. The spot, “What Kids ...

Testimony of Michael Mulgrew, president of the United Federation of Teachers, before the 2025 Joint Legislative Budget Committee regarding the governor’s proposed executive budget for the 2025-26 ...

We are pleased to share that Rebecca Branstetter, Ph.D., a school psychologist, international speaker and author on a mission to help children thrive by supporting educators, mental health providers ...

United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew and New York City paraprofessionals joined City Council Education Committee Chair Rita Joseph, Council Labor Committee Chair Carmen De La Rosa, ...

Good afternoon. My name is Michael Mulgrew, and I am the president of the United Federation of Teachers. On behalf of our union’s over 190,000 members, I want to thank Chair Joseph and the Education ...

As a UFT member, you have a comprehensive health benefits package that city unions jointly negotiate for their members and the supplemental benefits that the UFT Welfare Fund provides. Although you ...

The following resources provide information on the rights of immigrants, the threat of deportation and how educators can support our immigrant students and their families. On Jan. 21, the Trump ...