Education and Training Calendar

Subject matter includes introductory courses in collective bargaining, grievance handling, administering the contract, preparing for arbitrations, political action, strategic planning, occupational safety and health issues, and building the union.

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Subject matter includes introductory courses in collective bargaining, grievance handling, administering the contract, preparing for arbitrations, political action, strategic planning, occupational safety and health issues, and building the union.

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An introductory class discussing changing workforce demographics, recruitment tools to reach a larger pool of potential workers and members, and how to contribute to new workers’ success in a dynamic workplace. The class includes a look at all aspects of diversity (age, ability, family status, etc.); an introductory examination of how to enact an organizational climate survey and diversity assessment; and explores community outreach and partnership building to strengthen worker protections and rights.

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Building skills and confidence

Role of the Union Steward:
Stewards roles & responsibilities, how they fit into the broader labor movement.

Stewards’ rights under the law
Review Weingarten, representational rights and responsibilities, concerted activity.

Handling Grievances
Practice interviewing witnesses, applying the 7 Tests of Just Cause and other common arbitrators’ standards, preparing your evidence.

Organizing and Communicating with Members
Discuss effective 1:1 communication, roles members can play in strengthening your organization, creating a communication network.

Please contact Julia McMeekan @ 309-738-1446 or juliamcmeekan@yahoo.com

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