Tackling bullying and harassment

2 May 2023 9:45am–3:15pm

Online

We are pleased to offer this online course for trained activists and representatives who would like to learn more about bullying and harassment in the workplace. What will the course help me to do? The aims of this course are to: Give participants an understanding of the issues of bullying and harassment at work. Encourage […]

Health and safety reps

24 – 28 April 2023

Chapter House, Cathedral Walk, Chelmsford CM1 1NX

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 […]

Assertiveness for women

27 – 28 April 2023

UNISON Eastern, Higdon House, Kempson Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7AR

Our popular assertiveness for women course – designed for women activists and reps in UNISON Eastern region – returns! (Please note this course was originally scheduled for March.) What will the course help me to do? Understand the meaning of assertive, passive and aggressive behaviour, Consider the nature and impact of behaviour on ourselves and […]

New Stewards

17 – 21 April 2023

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

This course is for all new UNISON stewards and workplace representatives. Please note that you must have been elected as a representative by your branch and be showing as such on the membership system. What will the course help me to do? Understand the role of an organising union in public services; Recognise the importance […]

(Course full) How to be a good trans ally

12 April 2023 1:00pm–3:30pm

Online

Please note this course is now full. You can sign up for a waiting list or register for the second date on 15 May. 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 […]

Introduction to workplace pensions

29 March 2023 10:30am–12:30pm

Online

Join this webinar with UNISON head of pensions Glyn Jenkins to gain an understanding of some of the basic terms and arrangements involved with workplace pensions such as the local government and NHS pension schemes. Can I get time off to learn? Yes, if you are in a recognised workplace the Trade Union and Labour […]

Stewards recertification

27 – 28 March 2023

UNISON Eastern, Higdon House, Kempson Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7AR

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 […]

Beginner’s guide to equal pay

27 March 2023 1:30pm–3:30pm

Online

Have you heard the term equal pay used and wondered what it actually means? Wonder no more, this is the webinar for you. Tell me more! More than 50 years since Labour brought in the 1970 Equal Pay Act, employers still think they can get away with paying women less. In fact, women effectively work […]

Black members: How to get a promotion at work

21 March 2023 6:00pm–7:30pm

Online

UNISON Essex and UNISON Hertfordshire have teamed up to provide this online training to Black members on getting a promotion at work. What’s it about? UNISON Essex and UNISON Hertfordshire branches have commissioned West Thames College to deliver training on How to get a promotion at work exclusively to their Black members. Attending this webinar […]

What is a union learning rep and why do we need more?

16 March 2023 1:30pm–3:30pm

Online

Have you ever wondered what a union learning rep (ULR) does? Are you curious about how a learning rep could benefit your branch and your members? Join us for this webinar to explore the role of a union learning rep, the types of issues they deal with and practical tasks they are likely to undertake […]

UNISON Eastern Labour Link AGM

10 March 2023 6:00pm–7:00pm

The 2023 UNISON Eastern Labour Link annual general meeting and forum will be held online via Microsoft Teams. It is open to any Labour Link-affiliated UNISON member in the Eastern region. Tell me more The forum and AGM will Elect the Eastern regional committee for 2023 (committee members must be full Labour Party members), Review […]

Mental health at work

27 February 2023 9:30am–4:00pm

Online

Mental health at work is a health and safety issue. An unhealthy workplace has physical risks and psychological risks which can be just as damaging. Building a mentally healthier workplace involves ensuring your employer adheres to the relevant health and safety legislation and guidance. It also involves organising, bargaining and building partnerships. This course is […]

New stewards

20 – 24 February 2023

King's House, 245 Ampthill Rd, Bedford MK42 9AZ

This course is for all new UNISON stewards and workplace representatives. Please note that you must have been elected as a representative by your branch and be showing as such on the membership system. What will the course help me to do? Understand the role of an organising union in public services; Recognise the importance […]

New stewards online

6 – 10 February 2023

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 […]

Postponed: Norwich North: meet your candidate

9 February 2023 6:00pm–8:00pm

Phoenix Centre, 132A Mile Cross Rd, Norwich

This event has now been postponed until Spring. — UNISON members in Norwich North are invited to an event with Alice Macdonald, Labour’s parliamentary candidate for Norwich North. Alice is keen to meet with local UNISON members to hear your priorities and thoughts on the action needed to support workers in Norwich North. This will […]