The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) is a labor union representing dock workers in the United States and Canada. It was founded in 1892 and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. The ILA is affiliated with the AFL-CIO and is the largest union of maritime workers in North America. The ILA negotiates collective bargaining agreements, provides legal assistance, and advocates for the rights of dock workers. The ILA also works to ensure safe working conditions and fair wages for its members.