Committees

Chair
Maf Misbah Uddin
President, Local 1407

Meetings are scheduled the fourth Wednesday of the month with a major event in May. The DC 37 Asian Heritage Committee recognizes the importance of Asian Pacific Americans within the workforce and the labor movement.

Chair
Deborah Allman
Local 1930

Co-Chair
Lanette Murphy
Local 372

Meetings as required with major events throughout February. The DC 37 Black History Committee celebrates African American heritage and promotes the contributions of Black workers to the labor movement.

Chair
Carmen Charles
Local 420

Meetings are scheduled for the first Monday of the month. The DC 37 Caribbean Heritage Committee aims to increase knowledge of the rich and diverse culture of the Caribbean diaspora and its contribution to the labor movement. Email for more information.

Chair
Linda McPherson
Local 95

Meetings are scheduled for the fourth Wednesday of the month. The DC 37 Citizenship Committee supports immigrant causes and promotes equality of opportunity in education, employment, housing, economic development, health and social welfare. The committee also works in collaboration with MELS and CUNY’s Citizenship NOW! program. 

Chair
Anthony Wells
SSEU Local 371

Meetings are scheduled for the second Wednesday of the month. The goal of the DC 37 Civil Service Committee is to help ensure that the Civil Service System remains a viable and vibrant entity in New York City government. Email for more information.

Chair
Lorraine Barcant
Local 1740

Co-Chair
Jon Forster
DC 37 Retirees Association

Meetings are scheduled for the first Tuesday of the month and take place virtually. The DC 37 Climate Justice Committee advocates for the creation of green jobs and other ways to fight against climate change. Email for more information.

Chair
Laura Morand
Local 2627

Meetings are scheduled for the second Tuesday of the month. The DC 37 Health & Disability Advisory Committee develops and supports a network of health and disability access organizations to support members’ health and nutrition needs. Email for more information.

Chair
Dennis Ifill
Local 1359

Meetings are scheduled for the first Monday of each month. This DC 37 Housing Committee aims to address the shortage of affordable housing for poor and middle-income families.

Chair
John Olsson
Local 372

Meetings are scheduled for the third Wednesday of the month with a major event to celebrate the heritage and history of the Irish people. Email for more information.

Chair
Michael DeMarco
Local 1455, Chair

Meetings are scheduled as required with a major event in October. The DC 37 Italian Heritage Committee promotes pride and awareness of the contributions of Italian Americans to the labor movement.

Chair
Dr. Leonard Davidman
Local 1189

Meetings are scheduled as required with a major event to commemorate Jewish American Heritage Month in May. The DC 37 Jewish Heritage Committee’s mission is to encourage and foster understanding of Jewish social and cultural issues among union members, as well as recognize the historic Jewish contribution to the union movement. Email for more information.

Chair
Doris Murphy
SSEU Local 371

Meetings as required with events for Latino Heritage Month and Puerto Rican Heritage Month. The DC 37 Latino Heritage Committee’s mission is to give the membership the opportunity to share the experiences and culture of Latino workers.

Chair
Andrew Douglas
SSEU Local 371

Meetings are scheduled for the second Monday of the month. The DC 37 PDIG Committee supports all union members in the lesbian, gay, bi, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) family by increasing their visibility, affirming their dignity, and promoting a non-homophobic workplace environment. Email for more information.

Co-Chairs
Joseph Puleo
Local 983

Dilcy Benn
Local 1505

Meetings scheduled for the second Wednesday of the month.

Chair
Mike Troman
Local 375

Meetings are scheduled for the first Monday of the month. The DC 37 Pension Committee meets to discuss pension issues, reforms, and legislation impacting members’ pensions. Email for more information.

Chair
Donald Nesbit
Local 372

Meetings are scheduled for the second Thursday of each month. The Political Action Committee is the forum to discuss legislative issues that affect DC 37 members on the city, state, and federal levels. Register to attend.

Chair
Charles Komlo
Local 1740

Meetings are scheduled for the third Tuesday of the month and open to all professional title members represented by locals within DC 37. The DC 37 Professional Committee’s mission is to address the unique challenges and concerns related to professional roles and responsibilities, to raise public and legislative awareness of the vital services provided by DC 37’s professional members, and to advocate for competitive wages compared to the private sector. Email for more information.

Chair
Olivia Duong
Local 3778

Meetings scheduled as required. The DC 37 Education Committee presents scholarships and scholastic awards to DC 37 members and their families. For information on scholarships, call (212) 341-4999.

Chair
Carmen Charles
Local 420

Co-Chair
Ruth Sabino
SSEU Local 371

Meetings are scheduled for the third Monday of the month. The DC 37 Women’s Committee works to highlight women in the labor movement and bring attention to the issues of working women and their families. Email for more information.