Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, or SDC (originally called the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers, or SSDC) was founded in 1959 by director Shepard Traube along with a small group of theatrical luminaries who united to create a labor union devoted to protecting stage directors and choreographers. Among the founders were Abe Burrows, Harold [...]

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Updated March 12, 2021 There are two levels of Membership in SDC–Full Membership and Associate Membership. Associate Members may not file SDC contracts when working as directors or choreographers, however, they benefit from their association with SDC as a declaration of their professional standing within the theatrical community. Full Members are required, under SDC Work […]

There are two levels of SDC Membership: Membership and Associate Membership. Under SDC Work Rules, Members are required to file contracts wherever they are directing or choreographing. Associate Members are not required to file SDC contracts when working as directors or choreographers, but they will benefit from their association with SDC as a declaration of […]

We are always happy to hear from you. Please give us a call or send us an email. Toll free (800) 541-5204 or (212) 391-1070. EXECUTIVE Laura Penn, Executive Director ext. 233 LPenn@SDCweb.org Randy Anderson, Deputy Director ext. 232 RAnderson@SDCweb.org Carissa Barry-Miolanen, Executive Assistant ext. 242 CBarry-moilanen@SDCweb.org FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Jaymie Bellous, Operations Assistant ext. 260 JBellous@SDCweb.org Michele Holmes, Business Manager [...]

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF DIRECTORS AND CHOREOGRAPHERS Preamble SDC is an independent National Labor Union representing directors and choreographers, securing our artistic and economic rights and ensuring that our interests are protected and respected in the collaborative process of the theatre. The following are our basic rights and responsibilities as directors and choreographers and as […]

SDC's Executive Board consists of 34 directors and choreographers working across the country. Twenty-nine Board Members serve at-large and five Board Members serve as Regional Representatives, charged with serving the interests of their region as part of their Executive Board service. Regional Reps are voted on by the entire Membership. SDC’s regions include Northeast, Northwest, [...]

SDC's Executive Board consists of 35 directors and choreographers working across the country. Twenty-nine Board members serve at-large; five Board members serve as Regional Representatives, charged with serving the interests of their regions (Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest, and Central) as part of their Executive Board service; and one Board member serves as International Representative, representing [...]

SDC protects the rights of directors and choreographers. Judge Saul Streit, Presiding Justice of the New York Supreme Court (seated), signs the incorporation documents witnessed by original Members (left to right) Hanya Holm, Ezra Stone, Shepard Traube, Agnes de Mille + legal counsel Erwin Feldman. Over sixty-five years ago, under the helm of director Shepard [...]

WE PROTECT THE RIGHTS OF DIRECTORS & CHOREOGRAPHERS Nearly sixty-five years ago, under the helm of director Shepard Traube, the founding Members of SDC united to create a theatrical labor union devoted to empowering the stage director and choreographer. When Bob Fosse withheld his services on a production of Little Me, Broadway producers were forced […]

SDC is the theatrical union that unites, empowers, and protects professional stage directors and choreographers throughout the United States. Our mission is to foster a national community of professional stage directors and choreographers by protecting the rights, health and livelihoods of all our Members; negotiating and enforcing employment agreements across a range of jurisdictions; facilitating [...]

SDC is the theatrical union that unites, empowers, and protects professional stage directors and choreographers throughout the United States. Our mission is to foster a national community of professional stage directors and choreographers by protecting the rights, health and livelihoods of all our Members; negotiating and enforcing employment agreements across a range of jurisdictions; facilitating […]

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SDC is proud to introduce the first in a new video series designed to provide insight into the Union through the eyes of its Members. Whether you are a long-time Member or brand-new to SDC, these short videos will information about and highlight the importance of unions and SDC Membership, why it’s necessary to file your contract, your Rights and Responsibilities as a member, and the work of your Executive Board.

We are thrilled to share the first video, “Unions,”—be sure to keep an eye out for the full series.

Randy AndersonDeputy DirectorRAnderson@SDCweb.orgJaymie BellousAdministrative AssistantJBellous@SDCweb.orgStephanie CoenDirector of Artistic AffairsSCoen@SDCweb.orgKristy CummingsDirector of Contract AffairsKCummings@SDCweb.orgRebecca Li GradyContract Affairs RepresentativeRGrady@SDCweb.orgLucy GramCommunity & Communications AssociateLGram@SDCweb.orgAndrew HazerContract Affairs RepresentativeAHazer@SDCweb.orgMichele HolmesBusiness ManagerMHolmes@SDCweb.orgParker NolanFinance AssociatePNolan@SDCweb.orgLaura PennExecutive DirectorLPenn@SDCweb.orgGina ScaliaSenior Royalty AnalystGScalia@SDCweb.orgMolly WinsteadContract Affairs RepresentativeMWinstead@SDCweb.org

BE A PART OF YOUR COMMUNITY We encourage our Members to get involved in their communities, because the most important issues facing our communities–from health care and tax reform to transportation, education, and funding for the arts–are the issues that we deal with every day, both in our Union and in our work. So Vote. […]

NATIONAL RESOURCES Theatre Communications Group “Theatre Communications Group is the primary advocate for the not-for-profit professional theatre in the United States.” Americans for the Arts “Americans for the Arts is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America. Americans for the Arts is dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating […]

The Academic Tier is for use by academic institutions such as High Schools, Community Colleges, Certification Programs, Colleges and Universities and was developed to address and accommodate the particular needs of such institutions.

The SDC/Association of Non Profit Theatre Companies Agreement covers theatres operating separately and independently within the five boroughs of New York City in theaters ranging between 100 and 499 seats.

The SDC-Broadway League Agreement covers first-class commercial productions on Broadway, sit down productions outside New York City, first-class touring activity and all Broadway League developmental activity.

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The SDC/Council of Resident Stock Theatres Agreement is subdivided into four classifications and covers mostly summer stock productions.

Developmental work includes readings, labs, and workshops. The terms may vary depending on the specifics of the project and the arena in which the work is being performed.

The Digital Stage Production Agreement is applicable to productions directed or choreographed by SDC Members that will be delivered via a virtual platform only, with no live in-person audience.

The SDC/League of Resident Theatres Agreement covers not-for-profit professional regional theatres throughout the country.

On July 14, 2014, SDC's Executive Board voted unanimously to endorse the following statement in support of environmental advocacy: SDC Green Statement Stage Directors and Choreographers Society supports the important work of the Broadway Green Alliance and recommends that all SDC directors and choreographers, as leaders in the theatrical community, create an environment that welcomes [...]

The SDC/Producers Association of New England Area Theatres (NEAT) Agreement covers theatres operating separately and independently within the greater Boston area.

SDC is always in need of passionate people interested in supporting the performing arts community. From helping out with administrative tasks in the office and staffing special events to donating services or goods for our various initiatives, we need the support of talented, like-minded individuals. Fill out the form below and someone on staff will […]

SDC Contracts and information about the SDC Contract Affairs Department can be found here.

The SDC/League of Off-Broadway Theatre and Producers Agreement covers both Commercial and Not-for-Profit theatres in New York City with a seating capacity of 100-500 seats.

For SDC’s Updated Guidance for the Performing Arts issued March 21, 2022, click here. Click on any agreement to read more about that contract, download forms, and contact the appropriate Contract Rep.   Explore SDC's Agreements Academic TIERThe Academic Tier is for use by academic institutions such as High Schools, Community Colleges, Certification Programs, Colleges [...]

The SDC/Outdoor Musical Stock Agreement has traditionally covered large outdoor amphitheatres but now also includes some larger indoor theatres.

Producers wishing to hire SDC Members for commercial productions in theatres with 100-499 seats outside NYC must use the Regional Commercial Agreement (RCA). This is a promulgated agreement, not collectively bargained.

The SDC/Regional Musical Theatre Agreement covers professional theatres across the country whose primary focus is producing musical theatre.

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The Special Contract is available for use only when pre-approved by SDC for projects that are either exempt under SDC Work Rules or any SDC minimum basic Agreement.

The Tier Contract is for use by not for profit Theatres that are not covered by or referenced to a collectively bargained agreement or subject to the Off-Broadway, ANTC, or Regional Commercial Contract. The Tier Contract may also be used by commercial Producers not covered by or referenced to a collectively bargained agreement operating in theatres with 99 seats or less.

SDC understands that your time is valuable. We hope these search functions will help answer the question: Who should I speak to? Our Contract Affairs Representatives specialize in specific contracts and employers. Use the pages below to help determine the best staff member to contact. Search By AgreementSelect the Agreement from the drop down below [...]

LOGOS Click to open the appropriate SDC program logo. Right click on the image and choose Save Image As. You may also drag and drop the file to your desktop. The DIRECTOR  is an SDC Member. The CHOREOGRAPHER is an SDC Member.         The FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHER is an SDC Member. The DIRECTOR-CHOREOGRAPHER […]

IMPORTANT Members asked to work for one of the theatres or producers appearing on the Strike or Default List should contact Randy Anderson (ext. 232, RAnderson@SDCweb.org) immediately. Please visit the Contract Page for further information. STRIKE Members may not accept employment from any theatre or producer on the SDC Strike List. Alternative Scenario LLC Jeffrey Altshuler, Producer Baci […]

How is the $30 per day benefit contribution split between the Pension and Health Funds? Annually the SDC Executive Board will determine how the $30 per day is split between the two funds for all work filed under the DWC, just as they do for the weekly contributions in the SDC/Off-Broadway Agreement. For the period […]

Click to open the appropriate SDC program logo. Right click on the image and choose Save Image As. You may also drag and drop the file to your desktop. The DIRECTOR is an SDC Member. The CHOREOGRAPHER is an SDC Member. The DIRECTOR-CHOREOGRAPHER is an SDC Member. Both the DIRECTOR and the CHOREOGRAPHER are SDC […]

Collectively Bargained Signatories These theatres have signed Collectively Bargained Agreements (CBAs) with SDC (Each CBA is bargained by a committee of members with experience in the appropriate arena). They negotiate with a group of producers who represent management in that arena. The agreements generally last three to five years, and include terms of compensation, property […]

This list will be updated as new resources emerge, and includes SDC Member specific resources as well as local, state, and national resources.

Diversity + Inclusion Statement of Commitment SDC believes that the American theatre must reflect the great diversity of our nation and affirms its commitment to equitable hiring practices in order to achieve that goal. As the Union that unites, empowers, and protects professional stage directors and choreographers whose work appears on stages across the country, […]

The promulgated SDC Remote Work Contract is the correct contract for development projects produced remotely by employers that are not covered under our Agreements and which meet the following criteria.

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) announces the creation of an Emergency Assistance Fund to aid Members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) who are experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Guidelines from the Contract Affairs Department regarding employment impact during COVID-19

<strong>SDCF exists to foster, promote, and develop the creativity and craft of stage directors and choreographers.</strong>  SDCF events and programs are designed to offer access, opportunity, and community to directors and choreographers at all levels of career, critical because the work can often feel isolating and career paths inaccessible. December is a time of reflection, […]

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Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) — Representing Directors and Choreographers Since 1965 Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) is the national labor union representing professional stage directors and choreographers across the United States. As the theatrical union for directors and choreographers, SDC unites, empowers, and protects its members working in theatre and live performance. [...]

IF YOU DO ONE THING THIS SEASON, WHAT WILL IT BE? You may have noticed in your issues of SDC Journal that we have a section called In Your Words: We Asked Our Members Around the Country… We would love for you to participate in this section in the upcoming spring issue.  If you do […]

If you are unsure who to contact please do not hesitate to reach out to Barbara Wolkoff or Marisa Levy, who will direct you as needed.    Information regarding Dues payments If the current crisis impacts your ability to pay dues, please contact Cole Jordan at CJordan@SDCweb.org or 646.524.2216, so that we can work with you […]

Guidelines from the Contract Affairs Department regarding safety in the workplace during COVID-19

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SDC Member Kim Weild was awarded the first Guest Artist Initiative Grant of the season and was hired to direct Charles Mee’s Big Love at Arizona State University. Kim kept a production diary for us, some of which is excerpted below. January 7, 2010 – 8:12 p.m. SDC sends an e-mail announcing the new Guest […]

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Members: You may now make payments directly through the SDC Member Portal. You must be a Member in good standing to access the Member Portal. If you are not a Member in good standing, please use the SDC One-Time Payment option on the right as an alternative. Initiation fees, dues, and assessments are ratified by [...]

Members: You may now make payments directly through the SDC Member Portal. You must be a Member in good standing to access the Member Portal. If you are not a Member in good standing, please use the SDC One-Time Payment option on the right as an alternative. Initiation fees, dues, and assessments are ratified by [...]

Members: You may now make payments directly through the SDC Member Portal. You must be a Member in good standing to access the Member Portal. If you are not a Member in good standing, please use the SDC One-Time Payment option on the right as an alternative. Initiation fees, dues, and assessments are ratified by [...]

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SDC's Member Services department handles all aspects of the Membership application process and assists both Full and Associate Members with a variety of issues, from locating resources to understanding our agreements. Click on the pages below to learn about our services. SDC Membership Information SDC MembershipSDC is the union that negotiates strategically and effectively to [...]

SDC is the union that negotiates strategically and effectively to protect and guarantee the professional status of stage directors and choreographers while promoting the understanding of and respect for these complex professions. When you become an SDC Member, you are welcomed into a national community of professional directors and choreographers. Led by an Executive Board [...]

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Use this page to help answer frequently asked questions for Members and Associate Members. See Also: Prospective Member FAQs and Employer FAQs.

Use this page to help answer frequently asked questions for Prospective Members. See Also: Members and Associate FAQs and Employer FAQs.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP Upon joining SDC you’ll be among the ranks of over 3,000 of your colleagues in the theatrical industry. This Union is the singular U.S representative of stage directors and choreographers with a mission to protect the rights, health, and livelihoods of our Members. We facilitate the exchange of ideas, information and opportunities, [...]

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It’s important to keep your Member information current. If you experience a change of address or procure a new email address, phone number, or agent, please contact us to let us know. Update your current info by logging into the Member Portal. If you have any questions about the Member Portal you may contact us […]

Members, we depend on you to keep us aware of any change to your contract information or status as a Director and/or Choreographer. Keep us informed and we will keep you informed of all official Union business and important news and updates. Update your current info with the below form and we’ll be in touch […]

Click here for information about the SDC Foundation Emergency Assistance Fund and other resources currently available to theatre artists.

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Members and Associates listed joined SDC December 6, 2011 through June 26, 2012. If you became a Member or Associate during this time and your name does not appear, please contact Barbara Wolkoff at BWolkoff@SDCweb.org and you will be included in the next e-news. New Members Geoffrey Alm, Choreographer— Seattle, WA Melissa Rain Anderson, Director— […]

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Next Stage: A project of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society + Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation. Next Stage is a two-year, data-driven study that addresses the artistic aspirations and financial insecurities of professional directors and choreographers across the country, both pre-pandemic and during the industry shutdown. ON THE EDGE The Lives and Livelihoods of Stage [...]

Next Stage: A project of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society + Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation. Next Stage is a two-year, data-driven study that addresses the artistic aspirations and financial insecurities of professional directors and choreographers across the country, both pre-pandemic and during the industry shutdown. ON THE EDGE The Lives and Livelihoods of Stage [...]

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(August 14, 2017—New York, NY) Following the domestic terrorism led by white supremacists that took place in Charlottesville this past weekend, SDC Members went to work in rehearsal halls, classrooms, and theatres in every community across the country. The Union condemns these acts of violence, hatred, and bigotry, and our thoughts are with the victims […]

Click here for the AGMA/SDC Return to Stage and Performing Arts Playbook.

SDC Journal is distributed to SDC Members nationwide and is available to industry constituents, theatre education programs, and the theatre-going public at large.

SDC Journal is distributed to SDC Members nationwide and is available to industry constituents, theatre education programs, and the theatre-going public at large.

What I Learned The column What I Learned features lessons gained over the course of a career. What did you learn from a mentor, family member or friend that has impacted your work? What have you learned during rehearsal or a particular project that has informed your craft? Share what you have learned with SDC […]

In each issue of SDC Journal, SDC’s Executive Director Laura Penn speaks to the publication’s themes and messages, musing on the intersection between the industry, the work of our Members, and the crafts of stage direction and choreography.

In each issue of SDC Journal, Executive Board President Evan Yionoulis speaks to the publication’s themes and messages, musing on the intersection between the industry, the work of our Members, and the crafts of stage direction and choreography.

SDC Journal Peer-Reviewed Section (PRS) Published by SDC, the SDC Journal Peer-Reviewed Section (PRS) serves directors and choreographers working professionally and in institutions of higher learning. SDC’s mission is to give voice to an empowered collective of directors and choreographers working in all jurisdictions and venues across the country, encourage advocacy, and highlight artistic achievement. [...]

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Published quarterly, SDC Journal  is distributed to SDC Member Directors and Choreographers nationwide and is available to industry constituents, theatre education programs of all levels, and the theatre-going public at large.

SDC celebrated its 65th anniversary (1959–2024) with a social media campaign that highlighted 65 directors and choreographers whose work inspired SDC Members and transformed the American theatre. In addition to a photo and brief bio of each featured artist, each spotlight included a tribute from another SDC Member. SDC is proud to have honored the [...]

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SDC Office COVID-19 Policies & Procedures (Updated 11/15/22) The priority of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) is to keep our employees, Members and guests health, especially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. SDC will abide by all governmental guidelines (federal, state and local) as we strive to balance public health concerns with the […]

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STAGE DIRECTORS AND CHOREOGRAPHERS SOCIETY (SDC) TAKES A STAND ON HEALTH CARE REFORM: ENDORSES NEW YORK HEALTH ACT AND NEW YORK HEALTH PROGRAM REJECTS AMERICAN HEALTH CARE ACT (AHCA) (June 20, 2017—New York, NY)The Executive Board of SDC, the theatrical union representing Stage Directors and Choreographers across the United States, unanimously voted to endorse the […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Barbara Wolkoff Tel: 646-524-2218 BWolkoff@SDCweb.org STAGE DIRECTORS AND CHOREOGRAPHERS FOUNDATION (SDCF) ANNOUNCES EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, SEEDED BY LEADERSHIP GIFTS FROM GENEROUS INDIVIDUALS AND THE HOWARD GILMAN FOUNDATION (New York, April 9, 2020) – The Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) announces the creation of an Emergency Assistance Fund to aid Members […]

@SDCweb #InvestInAllThree Save @NEAarts @NEHgov @CPBMedia #InvestInAllThree #SaveTheCulture #SaveTheNEA #NEHMatters @SDCweb ^^Tweet this one early and often. @NEAarts costs about $0.45 per person per year to fund. A small cost for a huge impact. #SaveTheNEA #SaveTheCulture #ArtIsTheHeart #ShareTheNumbers #OrganizeForTheArts #InvestInAllThree @SDCweb @NEAarts funds the arts in all 50 states and every congressional district, as well […]

Sisters and Brothers, The September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (VCF), which provides desperately needed financial help to thousands of injured and ill 9/11 responders and survivors who live in every state, is facing a funding shortfall. The VCF has announced that, unless Congress acts, injured 9/11 responders and survivors, who have been waiting for assistance […]

Theatre is a collaborative art form, and as such we strive for all voices to be heard. SDC stands opposed to all forms of discrimination. During this time of stress and uncertainty, we remain united against fear and fear-mongering. We thank you for being a part of our Union as we join together to remain […]

THEATRE DIRECTING + CHOREOGRAPHY — Selected Sources by + about Women “In the spirit of the SDC Statement on Diversity and Inclusion, for the Summer 2016 issue of the Journal, which contains several pieces about women leading, we initiated a forum similar to the one on the relationship between the academy and the profession which introduced the […]

<h3><strong><em>Undesirable Elements </em></strong><strong>Holds a Mirror Up to the Community</strong></h3> By Kelundra Smith Theater artist <strong>Ping Chong</strong> and Syracuse Stage producing artistic director <strong>Timothy Bon</strong>d are long-time collaborators on Chong’s interview-based, documentary theater series <em>Undesirable Elements</em>(<em>UE</em>), where non-actors tell their stories on stage. Bond has collaborated with Chong on three <em>UE</em> productions— <em>Undesirable Elements/Seattle </em>(The Group […]

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society grieves with our Black colleagues and with Black communities across our nation. We stand together with you, in mourning, in outrage, in solidarity: Black lives matter. George Floyd should be alive right now. Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor should be alive right now. Theirs are tragically only the most recent […]

On March 27, 2015, SDC, SDC Foundation, and SDC-League Pension & Health Funds relocated to: 321 W. 44th Street, The Plant, between 8th and 9th Avenues just NW of Times Square. The SDC Real Estate Task Force, Board, and staff reviewed a number of potential buildings, using a matrix of criteria to consider seven key […]

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A joint program of SDC and SDCF, The Director/Choreographer Network (DCN) provides a supportive and casual networking opportunity through its interactive panel and roundtable discussions. Each meeting includes an engaging facilitated discussion. Past panelists have included Kathleen Marshall, Michael Mayer, Rob Ashford, Ira Mont, Heather Cousins, Jerry Mitchell, Jill Cordle, Andrew Leynse and many other […]

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SDC: A Brief HistoryStage Directors and Choreographers Society, or SDC (originally called the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers, or SSDC) was founded in 1959 by director Shepard Traube along with a small group of theatrical luminaries who united to create a labor union devoted to protecting stage directors and choreographers. Among the founders were [...]

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Saheem AliThird Vice PresidentRandy AndersonDeputy DirectorRAnderson@SDCweb.orgChristopher AshleyBoard MemberJaymie BellousAdministrative AssistantJBellous@SDCweb.orgMelia BensussenSecretaryJoshua BergasseFirst Vice PresidentAnne BogartBoard MemberJo BonneyBoard MemberStephanie CoenDirector of Artistic AffairsSCoen@SDCweb.orgShelley ButlerBoard MemberKristy CummingsDirector of Contract AffairsKCummings@SDCweb.orgDonald ByrdBoard MemberRebecca Li GradyContract Affairs RepresentativeRGrady@SDCweb.orgRachel ChavkinDirectorDesdemona ChiangBoard MemberValerie Curtis-NewtonBoard MemberLiz DiamondBoard MemberByron EasleyBoard MemberJustin EmekaBoard MemberLydia FortBoard MemberLeah C. GardinerBoard MemberChristopher GattelliBoard MemberLucy GramCommunity & Communications [...]

The Core Responsibilities of the Union to its Members The Core Responsibilities were adopted by the Executive Board on September 18, 2023. As written upon its founding in 1959, SDC “shall carry into effect such policies as shall secure the united action of all its Members for their common good.” SDC is the national labor [...]

Initiation fees, dues, and assessments are ratified by the Membership. All dues for the calendar year are due and payable on January 1. Dues that are not received by April 1 are subject to a penalty fine for each quarter in which they have not been paid.   Initiation Fee Payment Plan-24 Months To pay [...]