Stewards recertification

10 – 11 December 2024

Online

Every five years UNISON expects our reps to participate in a course to learn about the new requirements, processes, legal changes and organising initiatives from across the union. Why take it? This is an opportunity for you to step outside of your current practice and reflect on what works for you as a UNISON rep […]

Everything you need to know about the UNISON College

17 December 2024 12:00pm–1:00pm

Online

Many reps and members have heard the phrase “UNISON College”, or seen it mentioned in course materials, emails or on the website.  But what is the UNISON College? This short webinar will talk you through everything you need to know, including: What training and development opportunities are there for activists? What are the 700+ free […]

New stewards Online – 13-17 January 2025

13 January 2025 9:30am–4:30pm

Online

This online course is for all new UNISON stewards in the Eastern region. It introduces the role, details responsibilities and gives information about support and resources available and leads to ERA accreditation. This blended course combines online educational materials and opportunities for interaction online. What will the course help me to do? Understand the role […]

How to be a good trans ally

13 January 2025 11:00am–1:30pm

Online

This short workshop has been written together with the LGBT+ national self-organised group and trans caucus and is for both UNISON activists and members.     What will the workshop help me to do? Identify the role of a trans ally and why it’s needed, Explore UNISON’s definition of transgender, Explore what you can do […]

Stewards recertification – 24-25 February

24 February 2025 9:30am–4:30pm

Online

Every five years UNISON expects our reps to participate in a course to learn about the new requirements, processes, legal changes and organising initiatives from across the union. Why take it? This is an opportunity for you to step outside of your current practice and reflect on what works for you as a UNISON rep […]

Health & Safety Reps – 11-13 and 17-18 March

11 March 2025 9:30am–4:30pm

Higdon House, Kempson Way, Bury St Edmunds, IP32 7AR

This course is essential for new health and safety representatives in the Eastern region. What will the course help me to do? Understand the health and safety rep role; Carry out the health and safety rep’s duties; Be more effective in the role; Understand the key rights of health and safety reps; Recognise the employer’s […]

Health & Safety Reps – 30 June – 4 July

30 June 2025 9:30am–4:30pm

Online

This course is essential for new health and safety representatives in the Eastern region. What will the course help me to do? Understand the health and safety rep role; Carry out the health and safety rep’s duties; Be more effective in the role; Understand the key rights of health and safety reps; Recognise the employer’s […]