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June 2025: Men's Health Month

With over 90% of construction workers being male, the Bricklayers' Member Assistance Program (MAP) joins the U.S. and Canada in recognizing Men's Health Month. Many construction-related behavioral health issues can be prevented or addressed with awareness and education, so keep reading to learn more. Click the link to learn more and get important resourced. 

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Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the BAC is here to help. With a vision of increasing understanding, reducing stigma, and promoting care and recovery, the Bricklayers' Member Assistance Program (MAP) has the goal of protecting the mental health and wellbeing interests of all BAC members and their loved ones.

Click the link to register for an important fireside chat style conversation between three BAC local leaders and the Director of the BAC Member Assistance Program on the topic of construction worker mental health. The live virtual event is being held on May 19, 2025 at 8pm Eastern / 5pm Pacific. 

BAC MAP is a resource that can help members and their loved ones address their mental health needs, allowing for opportunities to lead happier, more fulfilling, and peaceful lives. To connect with BAC MAP, please call 1-833-MAP-TALK, M-F, 8am-7pm ET.

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Check out the International Union's Instagram to see BAC brothers and sisters from across North America at work, school, and in action. Get up-to-date BAC and labor news, benefit promotions, and other content. 

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Starting 2025 Off on the Right Foot

What do you hope to accomplish in 2025? In recent years, improving mental health and wellbeing has become an increasingly popular resolution due to increased awareness and education, as well as the need to address the impact of rising societal and environmental stress.

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IMI Convenes Masonry Industry to Keep BAC Materials at Forefront of Green Building

IMI’s Sustainability Summit, held this September, convened masonry industry stakeholders and decision makers from across North America to discuss how BAC-installed materials can meet the increasing market demand for green building.

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