YHGeneralEnquiries@unison.co.uk
0113 218 2627
18 April 2024 12:30pm–1:30pm
Virtual Training via MS Teams
This introductory 1-hour session will help you gain an understanding of autism and look at workplace barriers for those who are autistic.
To register your interest for this course, please email Rose on r.bent@unison.co.uk
25 April 2024 12:30pm–2:00pm
Virtual Training via MS Teams
This session with the RNIB will improve your understanding of different types of visual impairment and how they impact people’s lives. Using visual aids, myth busting, videos and more, it will give you key takeaways around facts and figures as well as practical skills, such as how to guide a blind person.
To register your interest for this course, please email Rose on r.bent@unison.co.uk
18 April – 2 May 2024
Virtual Training via Zoom (3 x Thursdays, 9.30-13.00)
To register your interest for this course please contact your branch. You will need approval from your branch to attend.
This course is designed as a general introduction to the law on employment rights and contracts of employment and is aimed at stewards with little experience of employment law and no previous training in employment law beyond what is covered in the general stewards’ induction course: The Organising Steward.
Branch Charge: £50 per delegate
9 May 2024 1:00pm–2:00pm
Virtual Training via MS Teams
Wondered about getting more involved with UNISON but not sure where to start? In this session we will explore the different union roles i.e. steward, H&S rep, learning rep (ULR).
To register your interest for this course, please email Rose on r.bent@unison.co.uk
13 May 2024 10:00am–4:00pm
UNISON Yorkshire & Humberside Regional Centre, Leeds
To register your interest for this course please contact your branch. You will need approval from your branch to attend.
This workshop is aimed at activists who are considering submitting motions to National Delegate Conference, service group conferences or self-organised group conferences.
Branch Charge: £30 per delegate
13 May 2024 6:30pm–7:30pm
Virtual Training via MS Teams
In attending this session you will recognise different types of Interviews you may encounter. Understand what the employer looks for in an interview and how to deconstruct interview questions.
To register your interest for this course, please email Rose on r.bent@unison.co.uk
13 May 2024 6:30pm–8:30pm
Virtual Training via MS Teams
This workshop will explore all things menopause. The aim of this workshop is to offer a better understanding of issues related to menopause and the lead up to it peri-menopause.
To register your interest for this course, please email Rose on r.bent@unison.co.uk
14 May 2024 12:30pm–1:30pm
Virtual Training via MS Teams
Join in a Spanish class to learn the basics of going on holiday in Spain. Including how to order things and sound Spanish enough so that you (maybe) don’t get charged tourist prices!
To register your interest for this course, please email Rose on r.bent@unison.co.uk
15 May 2024 10:00am–12:45pm
Virtual Training via MS Teams
Trans people and trans rights are becoming increasingly visible but many still face real isolation. Every non-trans person can be an ally for trans equality but not everyone feels confident doing this.
To register your interest for this virtual workshop please add your details to the form.
18 – 19 May 2024
DoubleTree by Hilton Sheffield Park
To register your interest for this course please contact your branch. You will need approval from another branch officer to attend.
This is always a big weekend in our calendar , bringing together UNISON activists from across the region to learn and develop their skills together, make new contacts and extend networks.
These courses are designed for Branch Officials and committee members who have taken on responsibilities at Branch Level. The courses will help develop the knowledge and skills needed for the different roles.
Courses scheduled to take place are: Chairing Meetings, Branch Secretary, Branch Education Co-ordinator, Equalities Officer, Lifelong Learning Co-ordinator, Health & Safety Officer, Communications Officer, Labour Link Officer and Branch International Officer
Branch Charge: £230 per delegate residential (2 days with 1 night accommodation on Saturday night) or £60 non-residential (2 days)
