One Union. One Family. One Fight.

Painters, glaziers, and drywall finishers building legacies across New England.

District Council 11 is the finishing trades union for CT, RI, and Western MA, built by generations of workers who fought for what every tradesperson deserves: good pay, safety, & respect.

Why Union?

"When I first joined I was back home living in my mother's basement at 29 and practically starting over. I'm 34 now, make more money than I ever have in my life, starting to buy a house and can comfortably live on my own, even with the raising prices of everything!"

- former apprentice, current DC 11 journeyperson

Our Trades

Commercial Painting

Drywall Finishing

Glazing

Industrial Painting

Member Resources

CORE Committee’s:
Stronger When Every Member Has a Voice.

DC 11 is made up of many stories: different backgrounds, different experiences, different paths into the trades. Our CORE Committees are member-led groups designed to strengthen connection, mentorship, and belonging across our union.

These committees create space for members to support one another, grow as leaders, and help shape the culture and future of our Council.

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Women’s CORE
Latino CORE
Black CORE
LGBTQ2+ CORE
Retiree CORE

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Members: Join our VOC Volunteer Organizing Committee Meetings

From securing better wages to ensuring safer work environments, your voice is our most powerful tool. Lets unite and transform our future together!

CT VOC Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month
RI VOC Meetings are held the last Wednesday of every month.

Build the Future With Us.

Empower your career: top training, safety, solidarity

District Council 11 (IUPAT DC 11) is a union of painters, decorators, drywall finishers, and glaziers in CT, RI & 8 counties in MA dedicated to community uplift through skilled craftsmanship, fair wage practices, and a strong commitment to safety training