Tanya Ferguson is a proud second-generation member of Local 3, IBEW. She was born and raised in Brooklyn and graduated from H. Frank Carey High School in Franklin Square.
Tanya began her journey in the electrical trade as a college helper for two summers before officially starting her apprenticeship in November 2000. In 2004, she earned an associate degree from the Harry Van Arsdale Jr. School of Labor Studies at SUNY Empire State College and her ‘A’ journeyperson’s card. Dedicated to lifelong learning, Tanya continues to enhance her skills by participating in courses offered by the Educational and Cultural Trust Fund.
Tanya’s leadership skills have been recognized throughout her career. She was elected by her peers to the Wage and Policy Committee and later appointed to the 2013 Negotiating Committee. During the General Membership meeting on March 9, 2017, it was announced that Tanya had been elected to the Executive Board, filling the unexpired term of sister Maureen Steiger.
A passionate advocate for union solidarity, Tanya has served as a Labor Day Parade Captain for numerous parades and represented Local 3 at various national and international conferences. These include the IBEW Women’s Conference, UALE Women’s Summer School, Women Build Nations, NYC Women in Construction, Trades Women Build Nations, and Young Worker/RENEW. For over a decade, she has served as a delegate and Sergeant-at-Arms for the Electrical Workers Minority Caucus (EWMC). Additionally, she is a delegate to the NYC Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, and has represented Local 3 at both the 40th IBEW International Convention and the NYS AFL-CIO Constitutional Convention.
Tanya has simultaneously held officer positions in several of Local 3’s affiliated clubs, including the Bronx Acorn Electrical Club, the Lewis Howard Latimer Progressive Association, and the Colony Club. A former resident of Electchester, she has been an active contributor to its community initiatives. Her contributions to the trade and to her community have earned her recognition from various organizations. Tanya is also a dedicated mentor, guiding fellow union members and women in other building trades.
In her pursuit of higher education, Tanya returned to the Harry Van Arsdale Jr. School of Labor Studies at SUNY Empire State College to complete her bachelor’s degree in labor studies. She currently serves as a shop steward.
Tanya resides in Nassau County with her husband, Shon L. Ferguson, who is also a proud member of Local 3.
