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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 has a rich history of advocating for labor rights and advancing the interests of its members amidst the evolving landscape of maritime work.

Affiliated with organizations like the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations and the Worldwide International Transport Workers Federation, the ILA continues to address contemporary challenges faced by dockworkers. Through strategic initiatives and solidarity efforts, the union remains committed to upholding the dignity and rights of its members in an ever-changing industry.

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