The History of Trade Unions & Employment Law – NEW!

13 September 2023 9:30am–12:30pm

Online

To understand employment law as it is now, and how it may change in the future, we need to understand the past.

Black Leadership Programme ( FULLY BOOKED)

9 – 10 September 2023

Croyde Bay, North Devon

Join us for the Black Leadership Programme 2023! This exciting two-day event will take place in person at Croyde Bay.

Health & Safety Refresher Course

7 September 2023 9:30am–4:30pm

Exeter

This one day course is aimed at experienced Health and Safety Representatives and provides both an update on Health and Safety law and the opportunity to discuss how we organise around Health and Safety issues.

Writing Effective Motions – Online

4 September 2023 9:30am–12:30pm

ONLINE

The course is designed to give all UNISON activists the knowledge, confidence and skills required to write and move effective motions.

ERA Refresher Bristol

31 August – 1 September 2023

Bristol

This course is designed to meet the requirements of the Employment Relations Act (ERA) recertification, which states that Stewards need to update their skills and training every 5 years. It involves group work and discussion. It is also a good opportunity to network and share ideas and experiences.

UNISON Member Learning – Mental Health Awareness

16 May 2023 9:30am–11:30am

Online - Via ZOOM

Mental Health Awareness is so important. Join us for this half day learning option. The revised learning offer will be provided by Mind UK.

UNISON Member Learning – Dementia Awareness

30 March 2023 9:30am–1:00pm

Online - Via MS TEAMS

Why not book on to this CPD (continued professional development) course on Dementia with the Open University. Tutored by expert tutors from The OU. All our Open University Courses are run via MS Teams.

UNISON Member Learning – Retirement and your pension – NHS pension scheme ( Waiting List Open)

22 March 2023 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online - Via MS TEAMS

Join us to learn more with The Lighthouse Group. Lighthouse Financial Advice is the trusted financial advice partner of UNISON. Our purpose is to help you achieve your aspirations through expert financial planning. Join us to talk about the changes to the NHS pension scheme over the last years and hear about changes to the state pension and where to find out more about the years you have logged. Gain tips about investments to keep you financially secure in retirement.

UNISON Member Learning – Celebrating neurodiversity in the workplace – Lunch & Learn ( BOOKING CLOSED)

16 March 2023 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online

Join us during Neurodiversity Celebration week 13-19 March 2023. Learn more about neurodiversity in the workplace. This interactive webinar will introduce you to the benefits of celebrating diversity.

UNISON Member Learning – Celebrating neurodiversity in the workplace ( BOOKING CLOSED)

14 March 2023 6:00pm–7:00pm

Online

Join us during Neurodiversity Celebration week 13-19 March 2023. Learn more about neurodiversity in the workplace. This interactive webinar will introduce you to the benefits of celebrating diversity.

UNISON Member Learning – Retirement and your pension – Local Government Pensions

7 March 2023 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online - Via MS TEAMS

Join us to learn more with The Lighthouse Group. Lighthouse Financial Advice is the trusted financial advice partner of UNISON. Our purpose is to help you achieve your aspirations through expert financial planning. Join us to talk about the changes to the LG pension scheme over the last years and hear about changes to the state pension and where to find out more about the years you have logged. Gain tips about investments to keep you financially secure in retirement.

UNISON Member Learning – Navigating the financial Squeeze Webinar

22 February 2023 12:30pm–1:30pm

Online - Via MS TEAMS

Join us to learn more with The Lighthouse Group. Lighthouse Financial Advice is the trusted financial advice partner of UNISON. Our purpose is to help you achieve your aspirations through expert financial planning. Join this webinar to help you make the most of your money and secure your financial future.

UNISON Member Learning – Mindfulness Tasters 2022 – NOW ONLINE!!

30 November 2022 6:00pm–8:00pm

Online - Via ZOOM

Mindfulness Tasters – Evening Taster Session. Join us online this November to try out Mindfulness. UNISON South West Member Learning Offer. Explore mindfulness and compassion and assess if you would like to learn more.

Black History Trail

22 October 2022 10:00am–2:00pm

Clifton, Bristol

Guided by Dr Edson Burton, join the regional Black Members Committee on a walking tour of Bristol’s Clifton slavery past.

Black Members Committee Meeting

17 September 2022 10:00am–4:00pm

Hilton Bournemouth Hotel

The theme is Black Leadership and Getting Involved. We have several guest speakers to inspire and empower you, along with the opportunity of meeting the UNISON South West Black Members’ Committee members and see if you would like to join the Committee too.