The massive job of sending membership cards to every IBEW member will be completed this month. Now the ball is in your court: register your card online and put it to work for you.

Since June, more than 1,000 members per day have logged onto the system to complete the registration process.

"It’s vital that everyone register their card, because it’s the best way to make sure your personal information is accurate and up to date," said Information Technology Department Director Darren DeMarco.

The card connects members to a comprehensive database at the International Office which will soon allow everyone who signs up to change addresses, phone numbers and other personal information, as well as to confirm training information.

As always, members’ personal information remains secure and confidential at the International Office, even if the card is lost. Only the card’s registered user can access his or her record.

If you have received a card and you’re not sure what to do, here is the step-by-step process for activating your card:

1. Go to https://my.ibew.org. Make sure the URL is typed directly in the browser’s address bar, not into a search engine like Google or Yahoo. You can also access it by going to the IBEW Web site and clicking on the MyIBEW.org button on the upper right-hand corner of the page.


2. Click on the Register Account button.


3. Enter the personal key that came with the letter you received. If the code is not clear, look at the back of your card. If you are still unable to read it, please call (202) 728-6231 or e-mail myibew@ibew.org.


4. You will be prompted to verify your name, card number and local union. Click start registration.


5. You will need to type your e-mail address twice and pick a password for your account, using a minimum of six characters.


6. You will receive an e-mail confirming your registration.
   
   An online tutorial, accessed through https://my.ibew.org also outlines the process.

For "A" members whose retirement is in their near future, the card also allows them to calculate pension benefits. A card is planned for retirees next year.

As the program expands, you will be kept updated of new changes through your e-mail address on file, so it’s important to keep your address current.

Call (202) 728-6231 or send an e-mail to myibew@ibew.org if you have any questions or problems.