Thanks to everyone who donated gifts at their union hall or at Building Futures! The RI Tradeswomen’s Council is working with Sojourner House and Crossroads to ensure Santa visits every family this holiday. Thank you to the @ri_trades Women’s Council! 🎁

In the trades and living in recovery? Want to turn your experience into something powerful? Join our next Recovery Peer Training on 9/20, an interactive session for those who want to support others navigating mental health & substance use challenges. RSVP: bfri.org/tradepeer

Today marks the start of Construction Suicide Prevention Week. At 2:30pm we'll join tradespeople across the country for a moment of silence honoring those we've lost and reflecting on how we can better show up for those who are struggling.

In recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, we took part in @RIHEALTH's statewide event, providing naloxone distribution & education. Struggling with substance use? Go to bfri.org/gotyourback for resources and support.

Are you concerned about mental health and substance use in the building trades? Do you want to be part of the solution? This training is for you. Go to bfri.org/recoveryally to RSVP to learn more about our recovery resources.

Join us in celebrating @DiPreteEng on their new Survey Technician Registered Apprenticeship! This program prepares apprentices for roles as Land Surveyor roles & leads to certification from the National Society of Professional Surveyors. #NationalApprenticeshipDay

Congratulations to the @RIDeptEd on their new Principal Registered Apprenticeship. This program will give apprentices the opportunity to earn their School Leadership Certification, opening new pathways for advancement for RI educators. #NationalApprenticeshipDay2025

Congratulations to @PVDSchools on the launch of their new Registered Apprenticeship, which will create a more equitable path to Teacher Certification for Rhode Island educators. #ApprenticeshipWorks #NAWDay2025

This #NationalApprenticeshipDay, we're excited to celebrate @riilsrmedia's new Registered Apprenticeship. In partnership with @rifthp & NEARI, the program provides Teacher Assistants with the training and support needed to move into Pre-K-12 classroom teaching roles.

Apprenticeship works because of our work together. Thank you to our partners & alumni. Hundreds of employers and Rhode Islanders benefit from registered apprenticeship programs. Learn more at bfri.org.