This year’s Young Member of the Year award goes to Elizabeth Johnson for her work engaging young members in her workplace and supporting branch recruitment at every opportunity.
As is member of Gloucester Police branch, Elizabeth has set up and run recruitment events welcoming new starters to the force which has significantly strengthened the union’s presence in her workplace.
Elizabeth has been actively engaging at a regional level, striving to create a stronger connection between the Young Members fForum and the Regional Council. She has taken the initiative to attend the next Regional Council meeting as the young members regional delegate, ensuring that young members have a voice and are seen and heard at these important meetings. In June, Elizabeth will represent the region at the National Delegate Conference in Brighton.
Her contributions to the Young Members Forum have been invaluable, and she is always willing to share her learning and provide feedback on how the region can better engage with young members in the future.
UNISON South West regional secretary Kerry Baigent said: “Elizabeth’s dedication and enthusiasm is truly inspiring. It’s brilliant to see our young members actively engaged at a regional level. Elizabeth embodies the spirit of UNISON, and we are incredibly proud to have her as a part of our union.
“Elizabeth is truly an asset to her branch and the region, and her recognition as Young Member of the Year is well-deserved. Congratulations, Lizzie, for your outstanding contributions and leadership.”
