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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, the Great Lakes, major U.S. rivers, Puerto Rico, Eastern Canada, and the Bahamas. Founded in 1892, the ILA has a rich history that began with the Association of Lumber Handlers on the Great Lakes and has evolved to advocate for its members amidst contemporary challenges such as automation in the maritime industry.
The ILA is affiliated with prominent labor organizations, including the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) and the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF). Through various initiatives, communications, and solidarity events, the ILA seeks to unite maritime workers worldwide to address ongoing issues and celebrate their achievements.
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