Sample Union Website Templates
We Custom Build Websites: Our Designs Are Not Limited to These Examples
Website Design Examples & Templates
Modern, Mobile-Ready Designs Built for Union Labor Organizations
A strong union website builds trust, improves communication, and helps members find what they need quickly. Below is a curated set of design styles, layouts, and structural approaches we use when building websites for local unions, internationals, JATCs, hiring halls, and labor organizations.
These examples represent the same standards we apply to your project:
Fast, reliable hosting
Clear navigation for members
Mobile-first layouts
Secure portals and forms
Professional union branding
Accessibility & ADA compliance
Integrations with platforms like Union Impact
What Makes a High-Performing Union Website?
Union websites are different from generic business websites. They require:
Clear, Member-Driven Navigation
Members must be able to quickly find:
- Contracts & agreements
- Forms & documents
- Training & certifications
- Events & notices
- Dispatch information (if applicable)
Strong Branding & Trust Signals
Your colors, identity, history, and mission must come through clearly.
Secure Back-End Systems
Especially for:
- Member Login
- Document libraries
- Online forms
- Member record updates
- Training & certification tracking
Modern, Mobile-First Design
Most union members use phones, not desktops.
Designs must be fast, readable, and easy to tap.
Accessibility & WCAG Compliance
Your entire membership — including older members — should navigate your site easily.
Design Styles We Use for Union Websites
Below are examples of the types of design approaches we commonly implement based on what unions prefer.
Modern Clean Layouts:
Best for: Unions that want clarity, ease of use, and high accessibility.
Features often include:
Big headlines
Clear calls to action
Easy menu structure
Minimalist color use
Large buttons for mobile use
Bold, Trades-Focused Designs:
Best for: Construction trades, skilled trades, and unions with strong visual branding.
Features often include:
Hero images showing members at work
Dark backgrounds with bold accents
Strong typography
Action-oriented messaging
Traditional & Institutional Layouts
Best for: Public sector unions, internationals, and organizations with a long legacy.
Features often include:
Formal typography
Extensive resource libraries
Leadership/committee pages
Policy-focused navigation
Member Portal & Dashboard Interfaces
Features include:
Personalized dashboard
Document access
Forms & updates
Membership records
Training/certification trackers
Dispatch & job history
Single-Glance Member Experience
Guide members to forms, news, and resources from one clear, modern homepage.
Built-In & Effective Calls to Action
Use focused calls to action that direct visitors to join, contact, donate, or sign up.
Secure, Member-Focused Structure
Follow best-practice layouts that protect sensitive areas and safely route members to login pages.
Easy Online Forms & Updates
Turn paper processes into simple web forms so members can submit updates anytime.
Analytics-Ready Page Layouts
Track visits, clicks, and key actions easily with clean structure built for reporting.
Custom Sections & Smart Navigation
Organize content by member type, program, or location for faster browsing and fewer clicks.
Example Website Structures
1. Standard Union Website Structure
Home
About / Leadership
Membership Resources
Forms & Documents
Training & Apprenticeship
News / Events
Contact
Member Login
2. Hiring Hall / Dispatch-Focused Structure
Home
Job Calls
Out-of-Work List
Training & Certifications
Safety Resources
Member Login
Employer Resources
3. Public-Sector / Advocacy Structure
Home
Issues & Advocacy
Legislative Updates
Committees
Member Tools
News
Contact
4. JATC / Apprenticeship Structure
Home
Programs
Requirements
Class Schedules
Instructor Portal
Apply Online
Contact
Why Unions Choose Us for Website Design
You’re not getting a typical agency — you’re getting a team that understands:
Union governance
Dispatch workflows
Apprenticeship systems
Market recovery
Communications & messaging
Internal staff workflows
Data privacy
Member experience
Every website is designed specifically for union realities, not generic business needs.
Why Unions Choose Us for Website Design
✔ Secure member portal
✔ Online forms & workflow automation
✔ Digital organizing pages
✔ Event registration
✔ Contractor/employer portals
✔ Apprenticeship application flows
✔ Document & contract libraries
✔ Multilingual versions
✔ Union Impact integration
✔ SEO & accessibility optimization
FAQ: Union Website Design
Do these examples represent actual client sites?
These are representative design styles, not specific client screenshots.
Can you match our union’s branding?
Yes — we design around your logo, colors, history, and culture.
Do you offer hosting and ongoing care?
Yes — secure hosting, updates, monitoring, and support are available through Website Care & Management.
Can you migrate our current site to WordPress?
Absolutely. We specialize in website rescue, rebuilds, and full migration.