By becoming a member of URA-AFT, you are immediately entitled to receive the benefits listed below. You may be prompted to provide your AFT membership identification number in order to utilize some programs.
If you do not have your membership number handy, email union@ura-aft.org to have it emailed to you.
To access all AFT Membership Benefits go to https://members.aft.org/members/login. To create your account, enter your membership number, NJXXXXXXXX, and when prompted use 01766 for the local number. You will now have access to member benefits. You can print a temporary membership card from the main Member account access page or opt for a Digital Membership Card. Print membership cards are normally processed on the 20 of the month, and then printed and mailed – this can take three-four weeks, depending on volume and USPS mail-times.
1. AFT Plus and Union Plus discount programs
2. Defensive Driving Insurance Premium Reduction Fee Reimbursement
4. AFT Occupational Liability Plan – up to $1 M in legal coverage & accidental death benefit of $10,000
URA-AFT is pleased to provide liability protection for claims or charges arising out of the employment activities of a member (i.e. if you get sued or prosecuted for your conduct at work). If you die on the job as a result of a workplace assault, your designated beneficiary will receive $10,000 in addition to a AD&D benefit (see #5 below). You must be a signed, dues-paying member of the URA-AFT in order to file a claim. Contact the URA-AFT office to obtain a letter verifying your membership status by calling (732) 745-0300 or e-mailing union@ura-aft.org.
5. Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
– free for members, up to $10,000 benefit
The coverage pays benefits to insured members who die as a result of an accident or who suffer the loss of a hand, leg or similar serious injury. Benefits are paid directly to the member. In the case of accidental death, benefits are paid to the member’s beneficiary. To designate a beneficiary, you must complete the beneficiary form. Contact union@ura-aft.org to initiate a new claim.
See: Accidental Death & Dismemberment on the AFT site for more information.
6. $5,000 No-Cost Term Life Insurance – a free benefit as a new member
No medical exams are required. This coverage is yours just for joining URA-AFT as a full dues-paying member. Click here to register.
7. College Scholarships
Find scholarships to help AFT members defray costs of higher education.
8. Member Relief Fund
URA members now have an additional tool in the event of a natural disaster or certain events resulting in financial hardship. Member Relief Fund