Freedom Boat Club

The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) is the largest union of maritime workers in North America, representing over 85,000 longshoremen across the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts, Great Lakes, major U.S. rivers, Puerto Rico, Eastern Canada, and the Bahamas. Established in 1892, the ILA is dedicated to supporting its members through advocacy, education, and a commitment to labor rights. With a rich history dating back to a union of longshoremen on the Great Lakes, the ILA has played a pivotal role in labor movements and negotiations that protect workers' jobs and rights. The union is affiliated with several prominent labor organizations, ensuring a strong voice for maritime workers on both national and international stages. Generated from the website