Plumbers Local 1 Womens Committee

05/15/2026

The Plumbers Local 1 Womens Committee is collecting unopened food & monetary for Homeless Animals across NYC Animals Shelters.

Please bring donations to the UA Local Union No. 1 The Plumbers of New York City Union Meeting on June 17th.

If you'd like to make a donation but will not be in attendance, please reach out to a member of the committee via direct message or at the contact information below.

05/13/2026

BUILT BY HER - Women of the United Association
brought to you by The Plumbers Local 1 Women's Committee.

Today, we are highlighting Anita Palazzo of UA Local 638.
Anita is a Journeyman Steamfitter, Finance Board Member, AFL-CIO Delegate, and UA Convention Delegate. She has been a member since 2002.

"Being a union sister means being part of a larger family that has each other's backs. It's about standing together for fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect on the job. It's a shared sense of power, knowing you're not alone, and that together, your voice is amplified. So, it's pride, solidarity, and always pushing for a better future —for all of us.”

Women like Anita continue to strengthen our trades and carry forward the legacy of union sisters who show up, put in the work, and lift one another up.

Unity • Solidarity • Sisterhood

05/11/2026

Want to get involved with the Women’s Committee?
Show up. Speak up. Stand with us. 💪🏼

Whether you want to volunteer, support events, help with outreach, or connect with other sisters in the trade, there’s a place for you here.
Come build community and sisterhood with us.

05/06/2026

BUILT BY HER – Women of the United Association
Brought to you by the Plumbers Local 1 Women’s Committee

Today, we are highlighting Melissa Lopez of UA Local 81.
Melissa is a Journeyman Pipefitter and has been a member since 2019.

“Being a union sister means I get to be a part of a community of unstoppable, industrious, tenacious women and men who inspire and encourage me to be a better tradesman.”

Women like Melissa continue to strengthen our trades and carry forward the legacy of union sisters who show up, put in the work, and lift one another up.

Unity • Solidarity • Sisterhood

04/29/2026

BUILT BY HER – Women of the United Association
Brought to you by the Plumbers Local 1 Women’s Committee

Today, we are highlighting Kasey "Fin" Finegan of UA Local 290.
Fin is a Journeyman Steamfitter and has been a member since 2020.

“I carry my tools with pride - but it's my union card that reminds me none of us build alone.
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Women like Fin continue to strengthen our trades and carry forward the legacy of union sisters who show up, put in the work, and lift one another up.

Unity • Solidarity • Sisterhood

04/25/2026

It’s Hug a Plumber Day… so go show some appreciation (consensually 😂)
Behind every working system is a skilled plumber putting in the work to keep things running right.
We keep the water flowing, the systems working, and the standards high.
A little appreciation goes a long way. 💪🔧

04/22/2026

BUILT BY HER - Women of the United Association brought to you by The Plumbers Local 1 Women's Committee.

Today, we are highlighting Somaira Serrano, of UA Local 1.
Somaira Serrano is a Journeyman Plumber. She has been a member since 2013.

"Being a union sister means I'm never alone; it's about building a future when women in the trades are no longer the exception but the standard."

Women like Somaira continue to strengthen our trades and carry forward the legacy of union sisters who show up, put in the work, and lift one another up.

Unity • Solidarity • Sisterhood

04/19/2026

Rain or shine, we show up. 💪🌧️

Today at Croton Gorge Park, our volunteers came together in less-than-ideal conditions and got to work. Despite the rain, we collected a significant amount of trash and made a meaningful impact in restoring the park for the community.

This is what union values look like in action—service, solidarity, and pride in the work we do both on and off the jobsite.

With sincere appreciation to our volunteers:
Deborah Rivera, Julie Zakowski, Myriam Giraldo, Christine Kulcsar, Jazmin Perez, Leo Chapero, Olivia Walsh, Hassan Powell, Jackson Powell, Shira Levine & her daughters Abigail Levine & Maeve Levine.

Your time, effort, and commitment did not go unnoticed. Thank you for representing the very best of our union.

In Solidarity and Sisterhood,
Plumbers Local 1 Women’s Committee

04/18/2026

RAIN OR SHINE! We will be there. Please dress appropriately for a hike in the rain while picking up trash.

We’re showing up for our community—and we want you with us.

Join the Plumbers Local 1 Women’s Committee as we clean the Old Croton Aqueduct Dam
🗓 Sunday, April 19
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Croton Gorge Park

Pull up ready to work—comfortable shoes, gloves, and a bottle of water.
Garbage bags will be provided, with a limited number of trash pickers available.

Bring a sister. Bring a friend. Let’s get it done. 💪

04/17/2026

Attention Local 1 Members::
Join the Plumbers Local 1 Women’s Committee this Sunday, April 19 at 10:00 AM as they host a community cleanup event at Croton Gorge Park.
All members and families are welcome. Wear comfortable shoes and bring gloves.