November, 2025

On Veterans Day, we recognize the men and women who served our nation with courage and dedication. Their sacrifice reflects the core values that strengthen the labor movement: service, solidarity, and commitment to community.

At the Union Labor Advisory Network (ULA), veterans are central to our mission. Through ULAnetwork.com, the ULA Charitable Foundation, and our Vets for Vets program supported by Local Veteran Apprentices, members of the Building and Construction Trades Unions, and veteran-focused public sector organization - we are working to revitalize VFW and American Legion posts. These spaces provide veterans with fellowship, support, and a meaningful connection to their communities.

This effort highlights the strength of our veteran labor community and the positive impact

skilled trades volunteers can make in the lives of others.

We thank all veterans for their service. Your dedication inspires our work and strengthens the union labor community every day.

Honorees from left to right: Mario Alba, Sal Correa, Arthur Grabiner, and Christopher Erikson with Mike Fina of ULA Network and Charitable Foundation.

Members of IBEW Local 3 Veterans Club

On October 29, 2025, the ULA Network and Charitable Foundation hosted our 3rd Annual Veterans Service Awards Reception, celebrating our veterans, union labor and the Building Trades community.

This year’s honorees were Christopher Erikson - Business Manager IBEW Local 3, Sal Correa - Business Agent, BAC Local 7 Tile, Marble & Terrazzo, Mario Alba - Partner, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd, Arthur Grabiner - WWII Navy Veteran and the IBEW Local 3 Veterans Club.

Thank you to everyone who came out in support—your presence and solidarity helped make the night truly meaningful for us.

See how union labor and veterans came together—watch the recap.

Conversation with Benjamin Pomerance,

Deputy Council NYS Dept. of Veteran Services

Are you getting the most from the benefits you’ve earned? Don’t miss this powerful conversation with Deputy Counsel Benjamin Pomerance from the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services.

• Learn your rights: Understand the full scope of veterans’ benefits and resources.

• Get expert guidance: Navigate the system with tips from a top NY veterans’ advisor.

• Union support: Discover how New York union members can access the help they deserve.

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Events/Conferences

NYLCV 2025 Cocktail Party Honoring IBEW Local 25

November 12, 2025

Heritage Club at Bethpage | 99 Quaker Meeting House Rd, Farmingdale, NY

This year, we are thrilled to be honoring IBEW Local 25 in recognition of the important role that union workers play in the development of offshore wind, and the essential partnership between labor and environmental advocates.

Association of Benefit Administrators 25th Annual Reception

December 4, 2025

St. Regis Hotel | Two E 55th St, New York, NY

Join us for an evening dedicated to leadership, service, and strengthening the labor community, honoring the 2025 Recipient of the Dr. Thomas J. Mackell Jr. Distinguished Labor Service Award.

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Labor Through the Lens

To Arthur Grabiner - WWII Navy Veteran: 

We thank you for your service and for your continued involvement in the community!

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