As May winds down, the Builders Guild reflects on the importance of Mental Health Awareness month and its effects in the building trades. Too often, those in construction and skilled trades do not take advantage of one of the biggest benefits our 16 trade unions have to offer, community support. Mental health is a wide-ranging issue that can feel taboo for many to discuss, especially the independent personality of many construction workers.
The Builders Guild reminds you though, your union brothers and sisters are here for you. If you are struggling, please reach out to your coworkers and union representatives. No matter what your struggle is, your union will have your back through it and be there for the journey to better health. We thank Jimmy Cassidy of Pittsburgh Insulators Local #2 for speaking on behalf of all the building trades about this topic. You can find his videos here.
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