UNISON flags fly with the Elizabeth Tower of the Houses of Parliament visible in the background

A better life at work: how UNISON’s making it happen

6 February 2025 5:30pm–6:15pm

The new Employment Rights Bill promises the biggest expansion of workers’ rights in Britain for generations. UNISON has been at the very centre of this transformation, helping draw up Labour’s New Deal for Working People, putting workers’ rights at the heart of the election and now lobbying MPs as the Bill goes through Parliament. Once […]

UNISON flags fly with the Elizabeth Tower of the Houses of Parliament visible in the background

A better life at work: how UNISON’s making it happen

5 February 2025 12:30pm–1:15pm

The new Employment Rights Bill promises the biggest expansion of workers’ rights in Britain for generations. UNISON has been at the very centre of this transformation, helping draw up Labour’s New Deal for Working People, putting workers’ rights at the heart of the election and now lobbying MPs as the Bill goes through Parliament. Once […]

Every action counts: collaborative leadership in advancing anti-racism

5 February 2025 10:00am–1:00pm

University of Bedfordshire, Bedford Campus

UNISON Black members at the University of Bedfordshire are the driving force behind this Race Equality Week event. It is designed specifically for senior leaders to engage in shaping approaches to race equality, fostering an inclusive culture, and addressing the common challenges we face that impact our teams and workforce. The day will be comprised […]

Everything you need to know about the UNISON College

14 January 2025 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 […]

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So you want to work for UNISON?

16 December 2024 1:30pm–2:30pm

Online webinar

If you’re passionate about public service workers getting a fair deal and want to help them win one, a job with UNISON could just be for you. We’re getting ready to recruit new local organisers to get stuck into strategic organising projects across the Eastern region. Join one of our two, one-hour So you want […]

A graphic reading: Word for UNISON

So you want to work for UNISON?

12 December 2024 5:00pm–6:00pm

Online webinar

If you’re passionate about public service workers getting a fair deal and want to help them win one, a job with UNISON could just be for you. We’re getting ready to recruit new local organisers to get stuck into strategic organising projects across the Eastern region. Join one of our two, one-hour So you want […]

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 […]

Social care skills: Record-keeping and report-writing

5 December 2024 1:00pm–4:00pm

Online

UNISON Eastern is offering a fantastic range of courses just for members in social care. These courses will help you gain the skills to do your job more effectively. As well as record-keeping, we have sessions on dementia awareness, behaviour that challenges, and end of life care. What will the course cover? Explore the purpose […]

How to be a good trans ally

3 December 2024 10:00am–12:30pm

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 […]

Health and safety reps Online – 2-6 December

2 December 2024 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 […]

Disabled members training weekend and AGM

29 – 30 November 2024

Wyboston Lakes, Great North Road, Bedford, MK44 3AL

Disabled members in the Eastern region are invited to a training weekend at Wyboston Lakes near Bedford. It’s the first time the regional disabled members’ group has hosted an event like this It’s not only a fantastic opportunity to brush up on your knowledge, but also network and share experiences with other disabled activists in the […]

New stewards Online – 25-29 November

25 November 2024 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 […]

Advanced employment law: sex discrimination

19 November 2024 9:00am–4:00pm

Online

This one-day course is part of an expanding set of nationally provided sessions on discrimination under the 2010 Equality Act. Intended for activists who have already completed an introductory employment law course, it provides a solid understanding of the concepts of direct discrimination, indirect discrimination and victimisation, which will help activists analyse and discuss social […]