We are a group of sisters and siblings whose mission is to support, mentor, and network across all locals and crafts of the Mid-America Regional Council of Carpenters to increase participation, engagement, professional development, political activism, employment opportunities, and retention through meetings, workshops (informational and skills), volunteering and social events.
The Mid-America Sisterhood of Carpenters is a proud affiliate of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America’s Sisters in the Brotherhood. Every day, thousands of women play a critical role in making the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America the best union in North America.
Sisters in the Brotherhood (SIB) supports female members by providing assistance in obtaining craft training and leadership skills; by being advocates on women issues; and by mentoring new members and even potential members.
SIB conferences offer opportunities to network and participate in workshops that expose women to UBC history and develop skills to become more active within the union. SIB events, meetings, and resources, both local and online, offer substantive support for women members in every Council. SIB encourages women to participate in training, develop their skills and job performance, and value productivity and leadership. With those efforts, today’s Sisters in the Brotherhood is building a better trade and a stronger, more effective UBC.
For more information on getting involved, meetings and committees throughout the MASC, fill out the form below or please email sisters@carpentersunion.org
Illinois and Iowa Steering Committee: Rhea Rashad, Local 10; Lucia Alvarado, Local 54; Lisa Guzman, Local 58
Missouri Steering Committee: Abigail Martin, Local 32; Cindy Frank, Local 945
Kansas City Steering Committee: Kathy Mays Local 315
Mid-America Sisterhood of Carpenters Meeting Information
Chicago – 2nd Thursday of each month, 5:30 pm – Via Zoom
St. Louis – 1st Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm. – Via Zoom
Kansas City – 2nd Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. – In Person at Kansas City Carpenters Hall
“Never take no for an answer and never let anyone tell you that you can’t because you always can.”
