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JOIN THE INDEPENDENT DRIVERS GUILD, NEW YORK RIDESHARE DRIVERS!
Join the Independent Drivers Guild to gain access to benefits and be a part of a community of drivers fighting to improve working conditions and for a fair industry.
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Before IDG, we were flying like birds all apart and now we’re connected, demanding our rights.
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When I got deactivated, IDG helped restore my account and worked on the platform again. I then realized that IDG is the only organization that fights and cares for the drivers well-being.
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I joined the IDG because they fight for the driver's right!
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Member Services
Financial Coaching - Limited-Time Only
We connect you to free financial coaching sessions to help you develop the tools you need to achieve your financial goals.
Free Flu Shots
We are bringing back free flu shots this flu season, helping our fellow drivers stay healthy and on the road. Until February 28, 2024, drivers can redeem their vouchers at any Walgreens or Duane Reade location.
Deactivation Protection
Help if you've been deactivated from Uber or Lyft
Community
Be a part of a community of drivers fighting for better working conditions.
IDG Mental Health and Wellness Program
Get free access to emotional and practical support.
IDG Legal
Affordable Legal Assistance from a qualified traffic lawyer.
Classes
We connect you to free safety and health & wellness classes that will help you become a better driver.
Benefits
Learn more about the benefits IDG has earned for drivers by partnering with The Black Car Fund.
Accident Support
Help paying medical bills and lost wages
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41-09 36th Street #3

Long Island City, NY 11101

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7:36 pm
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from on Friday, February 2, 2023
The Driver Center will be closed on Friday, February 2, 2023 due to weather. We will reopen on Monday, February 6, 2023 under normal business hours. For urgent matters, please contact 917-594-6880.
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7:36 pm
Cancelled: LaGuardia Outreach Wednesday, March 15, 2023
LaGuardia Outreach is cancelled on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. If you need urgent support, please contact: 917-594-6880
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7:36 pm
Cancelled: LaGuardia Outreach Wednesday, March 22, 2023
LaGuardia Outreach is cancelled on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Organizers will be at the IDG Office to assist drivers from 10AM to 4PM.
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7:36 pm
Cancelled: LaGuardia Outreach Wednesday, March 29, 2023
LaGuardia Outreach is cancelled on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Organizers will be at the IDG Office to assist drivers from 10AM to 4PM.
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7:36 pm
Drivers Ramadan Iftar Dinner
Please join the New York IDG team for our General Meeting in-person. We will be hosting an Iftar/ Dinner at the Driver Center from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
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7:36 pm
JFK Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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7:36 pm
Office Closure: The Driver Center Will Be Closed on Friday, April 21 , 2023.
The Driver Center will be closed on Friday, April 21, 2023.The office reopen on Monday, April 24, 2023 under normal business hours.
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IDG Office Closed on Friday, April 28th, 2023
The IDG Office will be closed this Friday, April 28th, 2023. Deactivation Support will not be available on April 28th.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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9:00 am
IDG Office Closed on Monday, June 19th, 2023
The IDG Office will be closed on Monday, June 19th, 2023. The office will reopen Tuesday, June 20th under regular hours.
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IDG Office Closed
The IDG Office will be closed from June 28- June 29. The office will reopen Friday, June 30th under regular hours.
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Cancelled: LaGuardia Outreach Wednesday, June 28, 2023
LaGuardia Outreach is cancelled on Wednesday, June 28, 2023.
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IDG Office Closed
The IDG Office will be closed from June 28- June 29. The office will reopen Friday, June 30th under regular hours.
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Cancelled: 5 Star Driving Class on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
5 Star Driving classes are cancelled for Thursday, June 29, 2023
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9:00 am
IDG Office Closed
The IDG Office will be closed from July 3 - July 4. The office will reopen Wednesday, July 5th under regular hours.
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9:00 am
Cancelled: Defensive Driving Classes
Defensive Driving Classes are cancelled for Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.
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July
9:00 am
IDG Office Closed
The IDG Office will be closed from July 3 - July 4. The office will reopen Wednesday, July 5th under regular hours.
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9:00 am
Cancelled: Defensive Driving Classes
Defensive Driving Classes are cancelled for Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4.
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11:00 am
Drivers Appreciation Day
Drivers and their families are invited to the annual Drivers Appreciation Day event. There will be food, face painting, a live DJ and much more!
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9:00 am
Cancelled: LaGuardia Outreach Wednesday, August 23, 2023
LaGuardia Outreach is cancelled on Wednesday, August 23. LaGuardia Outreach is cancelled on Wednesday, August 23, 2023.
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10:00 am
End Of Summer Party with the Independent Drivers Guild
End summer with your driver community! Drivers and your families, please come help us paint! And enjoy the food and fun!
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10:00 am
IDG English Classes Registration Day
August 29, you must come to the registration day at IDG to test your English level and do paperwork. 10:00am-2:00pm. Halal food provided.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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10:00 am
IDG Office Closed Monday, October 9
The IDG Office will be closed on Monday, October 9. Classes will still be taking place, but the office is closed to visitors.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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7:00 pm
Cancelled: New York General Meeting
The New York General Meeting is cancelled for October 17, 2023
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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9:00 am
Cancelled: LaGuardia Outreach Wednesday, November 8, 2023
LaGuardia Outreach is cancelled on Wednesday, November 8. Please go to the IDG office for assistance.
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7:00 pm
General Meeting
Come to our New York General Meeting via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:30PM
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1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24.
The Driver Center will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24. We will reopen on Monday, November 27th under normal business hours. 
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November
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24.
The Driver Center will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24. We will reopen on Monday, November 27th under normal business hours. 
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7:00 pm
General Meeting
Come to our New York General Meeting via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:30PM
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November
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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December
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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December
7:00 pm
General Meeting
Come to our New York General Meeting via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:30PM
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December
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
7:00 pm
General Meeting
Come to our New York General Meeting via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:30PM
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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December
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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January
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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January
10:00 am
Office Closed: The Driver Center Will Be Closed from December 20 to January 2.
The Driver Center will be closed from December 20, 2023 to January 2, 2024. We will reopen on Wednesday, January 3rd under normal business hours. 
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January
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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January
7:00 pm
General Meeting
Come to our New York General Meeting via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:30PM
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January
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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January
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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January
7:00 pm
General Meeting
Come to our New York General Meeting via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:30PM
Learn more
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January
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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January
1:00 pm
LaGuardia Outreach
Come meet our IDG team to receive assistance for deactivation, accidents, and other on-the-job issues.
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Building Worker Power

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Following the recent settlement between the New York Attorney General and Uber & Lyft, we strongly caution against sharing your personal information with anyone who claims to be able to assist in filing for compensation. The claims process has not started as of November 2023, but the IDG will notify you when you can begin filing a claim. Click here to find more information on the settlement. If you need more information, reach out directly to our organizers at 1-833-442-8848 or help@driversguild.org.

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