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AFSCME Local 1739 Makes Communities Stronger.

Connecting, supporting, teaching, providing the essential services for life’s journey.

Providing Dignity And Service To Our Community.

About Us

We address the basic needs that keep families together and keep individuals from falling by the wayside.

Local 1739 is an indispensable part of Philadelphia’s social safety net. Our members make sure no one is overlooked because we are looking out for them.  We provide the essential services that a community needs to function.

About Us

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Resources

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News

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Resources

The AFSCME Advantage The Perks of Union Membership

Education

AFSCME is here to help you to get ahead. That’s why we offer several scholarships and other benefits to help defray the cost of education.

Insurance

AFSCME Advantage offers union members and their families a wide range of insurance products to meet their needs

Money & Credit

AFSCME Advantage offers union members and their families a wide array of financial products to meet their everyday needs.

Auto Insurance

Union members can apply for auto insurance to suit their needs and budget.

Healthcare

Discover the 1739 benefit advantage. Union Plus offers many ways to access the services your family needs.

Legal

Union families get access to thousands of law offices nationwide, and free consultations.

What Local 1739 Does

We Advocate For Economic Justice

Unions advocate for working people to keep us safer, healthier and able to enjoy a higher quality of life.

News & Taking Action

Latest News

Good Information For Better Decision Making.

National News Here

Keep up with AFSCME positions, activities and actions on your behalf here in Philadelphia and
around the country.

Register To Vote

The latest information on where and how to register to vote is in the News section, Take a look!

Education Can Make The Difference

With technological advancement and investments in infrastructure and healthcare, the demand for skilled trades jobs has increased in the United States.

Podcasts, and Updates,

Work-Life balance is an absolute must for everyone. Discover what experts say on how to keep your body and mind in sync!

We are employees of Philadelphia’s Community and Social Service Agencies.

1739 Members Shine

Member Spotlight

On the frontlines, making sure no one falls by the wayside

Fred Wright Pres local 1739
Fred Wright

President, AFSCME Local 1739

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John Williams

Local 1739 Unionist

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John Wooden, Union Leadership
John Woodliyn

Union Leader

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Union rep 1739
Jenni Jeni Jenny

1739 Unionist

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Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker
Cherelle Parker

Mayor of Philadelphia

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Young girl
Jade Blaze

1739 Unionist

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The NewsLetter | PodCasts

Summer | Fall 2024

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Local 1739 is an indispensable part of Philadelphia’s social safety net. We address the basic needs that keep families together.

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