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Education in Wales Be inspired www.unitetheunion.org/education

COURSE PROGRAMME 2019/20

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A Message to Unite Members

Dear Colleague Welcome to the 2019/2020 Unite Wales education brochure. Our Unite activists are the union’s most precious resource. Supporting them with high quality education is a core function of the unions work. Whatever your experience as a Unite activist, we offer a wide range of courses that provide training opportunities for both the newly elected and experienced Unite representative. All of our courses are easily accessible and held at our Unite offices across Wales. For Workplace Reps and Health and Safety Reps we provide a clear 20 day training pathway with courses split into 4 modules. Upon completion of the introductory training you will have the skills and knowledge needed to represent your members to the highest standards. Glyn Conolly In addition to the fantastic courses for our Workplace Reps, Health and Safety, Equality and Learning Reps, we can also run bespoke courses and bite size training upon request. Unite education is flexible and we are able to provide training designed to meet the specific needs of your workplace. All of our courses are delivered in partnership with Adult Learning Wales. Training is delivered by experienced tutors, in an informal and friendly learning environment. Unite education is designed to empower our activists with the skills, knowledge and tools needed to fight back and win for their members in the workplace. Please take a few minutes to look through this brochure and sign up for one of the many courses on offer. To apply please contact us by email [email protected] or telephone 02920 821258. Alternatively you can view all of our course dates online at: www.unitetheunion.org/education. Being a Unite activist is often a tough but very rewarding role. Unite education is here to support you, so please make sure you take the opportunity to engage with our education programme. In Solidarity Glyn Conolly Education and Development Organiser

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Contents

Workplace Reps Introductory Certifi cate 1A & 1B 6 How to apply for a course: Workplace Reps Introductory Certifi cate 2A 8 Educations Department, Workplace Reps Introductory Certifi cate 2B 9 Unite Regional Offi ce, Pensions Stage 1 & 2 10 1 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, Health & Safety Reps Certifi cate 1A & 1B 11 CF11 9SD Health & Safety Reps Certifi cate 2A 12 Tel: 02920 821258 Health & Safety Reps Certifi cate 2B 13 Email: [email protected] Equality & Diversity 14 Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education Union Learning Reps Stage 1 15 PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL THESE COURSES ARE NON- Union Learning Reps Stage 2 16 RESIDENTIAL AND ACCOMMODATION WILL ONLY BE GRANTED IN EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES WITH Additional Courses: 17-21 AGREEMENT FROM THE DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION. Branch Secretary/Branch Offi cials Course All travel expenses are reimbursed. Challenging Bullying & Harassment Mental Health Awareness Unite Wales Political School – Stage 1 Unite Wales Political School – Stage 2 National Courses 22-28

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A Message from Jim Mowatt, Director of Education

Unite is dedicated to serving the best interests of its members and will seek to improve their standard of living and the quality of their lives. We achieve this through effective relationships with employers and government and by creating sustainable workplace organisation. Unite’s vision is of a prosperous society in which employers and employees work together to build successful businesses and safe, healthy working environments. All those who contribute to their success should receive the rewards, respect and recognition they deserve. That’s why Unite Education has at its core the delivery of our union’s policies based on the three pillars of the Unite vision: organising, global solidarity and politics. This vision is refl ected in our Education Jim Mowatt Programme where developing our representatives is a key priority of the union. Unite Education provides focused education to ensure that representatives have the required confi dence, attitude and skill set to deal with workplace, national and international issues. This empowers our representatives to win in the workplace, successfully campaign, organise for growth and promote dignity and respect. When it comes to education, Unite puts its money where its mouth is – providing accredited ‘fi t for purpose’ education programmes that are easily accessible, cater for differing learning styles and are free to access all over the United Kingdom and Ireland. So please take advantage of our courses and enjoy yourself.

Jim Mowatt Director of Education 5

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Course description: Venue Start End Duration

This course is designed to be the core initial training for Unite Bangor 3 Sept 2019 12 Nov 2019 10 Tuesdays (excl. 29 Oct) Workplace Reps. Bangor 7 Jan 2020 17 March 2020 10 Tuesdays (excl. 18 Feb)

The course covers the wide range of knowledge and skills needed Cardiff 2 Sept 2019 11 Nov 2019 10 Mondays (excl. 28 Oct) by the new Rep including: Cardiff 6 Jan 2020 16 March 2020 10 Mondays (excl. 17 Feb) • Key skills for organising your workplace • Handling discipline and grievance cases Cardiff 5 May 2020 14 July 2020 10 Tuesdays (excl. 26 May) • Communication skills Milford 9 Jan 2020 19 March 2020 10 Thursdays (excl. 20 Feb) • Introduction to Employment Law and Equality at Work Haven • Understanding the concept of ‘good work’ Pontypool 4 Sept 2019 13 Nov 2019 10 Wednesdays (excl. 30 Oct) • Understanding and dealing with Issues around Dignity Pontypool 8 Jan 2020 18 March 2020 10 Wednesdays (excl. 19 Feb) and Respect in the workplace Swansea 3 Sept 2019 12 Nov 2019 10 Tuesdays (excl. 29 Oct) • Problem Solving skills Swansea 7 Jan 2020 17 March 2020 10 Tuesdays (excl. 18 Feb) • Bargaining Skills • Work-Life Balance Swansea 6 May 2020 15 July 2020 10 Wednesdays (excl. 27 May) • Building a strong workplace union Wrexham 2 Sept 2019 11 Nov 2019 10 Mondays (excl. 28 Oct) Wrexham 6 Jan 2020 16 March 2020 10 Mondays (excl. 17 Feb)

Application: Wrexham 5 May 2020 14 July 2020 10 Tuesdays (excl. 26 May) To apply for courses please contact your education department: Tel: 02920 821258 Email: [email protected] Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education to complete the online application form 6

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Workplace Reps Introductory Certiﬁ cate Module 1A Duration: 5 consecutive days

Venue Start End Cardiff 20 April 2020 24 April 2020 Wrexham 30 March 2020 3 April 2020

Module 1B Duration: 5 consecutive days

Venue Start End Cardiff 20 July 2020 24 July 2020 Wrexham 20 July 2020 24 July 2020

Application: To apply for courses please contact your education department: Tel: 02920 821258 Email: [email protected] Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education to complete the online application form

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Course description: Venue Start End Duration The course is designed as follow on training for those Cardiff 3 Sept 2019 1 Oct 2019 5 Tuesdays representatives who have already completed Modules 1A and Cardiff 1 June 2020 29 June 2020 5 Mondays 1B of the Workplace Reps programme, or stage one of the TUC programme. This course covers: Pontypool 4 June 2020 2 July 2020 5 Thursdays • Improving confi dence and knowledge in exploring, Swansea 2 Sept 2019 30 Sept 2019 5 Mondays questioning and using employment law Wrexham 4 Sept 2019 2 Oct 2019 5 Wednesdays • Exploring research skills and developing the ability to fi nd Wrexham 3 June 2020 1 July 2020 5 Wednesdays out how legal provisions impact on your members rights in the workplace • How changes to employment law impact on your workplace rights • Planning alternative solutions other than employment law to your workplace issues • Working as a team to develop collective actions

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Workplace Reps Introductory Certiﬁ cate Module 2B Duration: 5 days

Course description: Venue Start End Duration The course is designed as follow on training for those Cardiff 18 Nov 2019 22 Nov 2019 5 days representatives who have already completed Modules consecutively 1A, 1B and 2A of the Workplace Reps programme. Pontypool 4 Nov 2019 2 Dec 2019 5 Mondays This course covers: Swansea 6 Nov 2019 4 Dec 2019 5 Wednesdays • Rights to information Wrexham 6 Nov 2019 4 Dec 2019 5 Wednesdays • Workplace Rights • Collective Bargaining • Agreements • The Case for Collective Agreements • Planning for getting an agreement • Collective Bargaining and Negotiation

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Course description: Venue Start End This course is designed to provide an understanding of Cardiff 27 April 2020 1 May 2020 pensions to enable Workplace representatives to develop Wrexham 20 April 2020 24 April 2020 their representational skills in basic pension provision.

Stage 2 Duration: 5 consecutive days

Course description: Venue Start End Stage 2 of the pensions course looks at trustee decision Cardiff 25 November 2019 29 November 2019 making, the role of the actuary, fund investment strategies, Wrexham 28 October 2019 1 November 2019 negotiating pension issues and pension disputes resolution.

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Health & Safety Reps Certiﬁ cate Module 1A & 1B Duration: 5 consecutive

Course description: Venue Start End Duration

This course is the essential course for all new Unite Health Bangor 7 May 2020 16 July 2020 10 Thursdays (excl. 28 May)

& Safety Representatives. It is designed to help you build the Cardiff 5 Sept 2019 14 Nov 2019 10 Thursdays (excl. 31 Oct) skills, knowledge and confi dence to organise effectively in order Cardiff 9 Jan 2020 19 March 2020 10 Thursdays (excl. 20 Feb) to carry out your work as a Safety Rep as well as to create understanding of how economic and others aspects affect the Milford 21 April 2020 30 June 2020 10 Tuesdays (excl. 26 May) Haven working lives,health, safety and welfare of working people. Pontypool 6 Sept 2019 15 Nov 2019 10 Fridays (excl. 1 Nov) This course covers: Pontypool 8 May 2020 17 July 2020 10 Fridays (excl. 29 May) • Understanding the role of a Unite Safety Rep Swansea 5 Sept 2019 14 Nov 2019 10 Thursdays (excl. 31 Oct) • The legal framework of Health & Safety Swansea 7 May 2020 16 July 2020 10 Thursdays (excl.28 May) • Rights of Safety Reps Wrexham 5 Sept 2019 14 Nov 2019 10 Thursdays (excl. 31 Oct) • Involving the members in Health & Safety Wrexham 16 Jan 2020 26 March 2020 10 Thursdays (excl. 20 Feb) • Accident investigations – Risk assessments

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Course description: Venue Start End Duration Part three of Unite’s Health & Safety training builds upon the Cardiff 3 June 2020 1 July 2020 5 Wednesdays knowledge learnt in Module 1B. Swansea 4 Sept 2019 2 Oct 2019 5 Wednesdays The course covers: Wrexham 5 June 2020 3 July 2020 5 Fridays • Assessment of workplace action plan • Understanding COSHH and related hazards • Carrying out a workplace audit • Explore manual handing and ergonomic risks • Creating a healthier work environment

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Health & Safety Reps Certiﬁ cate Module 2B Duration: 5 days

Course description: Venue Start End Duration Part four of Unite’s Health & Safety training builds upon the Cardiff 8 Nov 2019 6 Dec 2019 5 Fridays knowledge learnt in Module 2A. Swansea 9 Dec 2019 13 Dec 2019 5 days This course covers: consecutively • Assessment of workplace action plan Wrexham 8 Nov 2019 6 Dec 2019 5 Fridays • Understanding accidents and fi nding route cause • Investigation techniques • Managing risks and incidents

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Duration: 5 days

Course description: Venue Start End Duration Designed to give all Unite Reps the confi dence and knowledge Cardiff 6 Sept 2019 4 Oct 2019 5 Fridays to address equality and diversity issues, the course provides Cardiff 6 March 2020 3 April 2020 5 Fridays a comprehensive overview of equality in the workplace. On completion of the course Reps should be able to: Swansea 5 June 2020 3 July 2020 5 Fridays Wrexham 27 Sept 2019 25 Oct 2019 5 Fridays • Recognise equality issues within the workplace Wrexham 26 Feb 2020 25 March 2020 5 Wednesdays • Know what constitutes discrimination, harassment and bullying • Challenge their perception of equality & diversity Application: • Understand the key points of new equalities legislation, To apply for courses please contact your education department: measures and legal decisions Tel: 02920 821258 • Decide how best to support workers in response to new Email: [email protected] equalities legislation Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education to complete the online • Use interviewing techniques to deal with individual and application form workplace equality issues • Develop equality policies and practice

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Union Learning Reps Stage 1 Duration: 5 days

Course description: Venue Start End Duration This course is designed to be the core initial training for all Unite Cardiff 5 Nov 2019 3 Dec 2019 5 Tuesdays Union Learning Reps (ULRs). It helps them develop the basic Cardiff 2 March 2020 30 March 2020 5 Mondays knowledge and skills needed as a new Rep, enabling them to work with colleagues in the workplace to analyse training Swansea 4 March 2020 1 April 2020 5 Wednesdays needs. The course forms a solid foundation for the new ULR Wrexham 24 Sept 2019 22 Oct 2019 5 Tuesdays to develop their skills and their own personal development. Wrexham 1 June 2020 29 June 2020 5 Mondays

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Course description: Venue Start End Duration This course continues the core essential training for all Unite Cardiff 13 July 2020 17 July 2020 5 days Union Learning Reps (ULRs). It helps them to further develop consecutively the knowledge and skills needed as a ULR in the workplace Wrexham 5 Nov 2019 3 Dec 2019 5 Tuesdays – working with management, learning providers and other organisations. The course completes the foundation for the ULR and prepares the ULR to develop more specialised skills and knowledge.

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Additional Courses Branch Secretary/Branch Ofﬁ cials Course Duration: 5 days

Course description: Venue Start End Duration The Branch Secretary is a key player in the Unite team. The Cardiff 6 March 2020 3 April 2020 5 Fridays concept of this course is to develop Branch Secretaries within Unite Pontypool 22 April 2020 20 May 2020 5 Wednesdays by providing them with the knowledge and skills, and nurturing their passion, to drive forward the ideology of our union, to develop Swansea 24 April 2020 22 May 2020 5 Fridays our activist base and grow and strengthen our membership. This Wrexham 17 Jan 2020 14 Feb 2020 5 Fridays course is designed for all new Branch Secretaries, and for those who have not attended the course recently. Application: This course includes: • The administrative role of the Branch Secretary To apply for courses please contact your education department: • How the union works Tel: 02920 821258 Email: [email protected] • How ‘lay democracy’ starts at local branch level Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education to complete the online • Understanding organisation procedures application form • Encouraging active participation within the Unite structure • Branch Finance • Understanding the ‘Strategy for Growth’ and the crucial role that the branch plays • Setting out a local ‘strategy for growth’ for recruitment, retention and participation in branch life • Branch Portal • Chairing and Organising Skills 17

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Course description: Venue Start End Duration Bullying and harassment is a major problem in many Bangor 8 May 2020 22 May 2020 3 Fridays workplaces. This course will enable you to: Cardiff 11 May 2020 1 June 2020 3 Mondays • Identify the various forms that bullying and harassment (excl. 25 May) can take Pontypool 20 April 2020 11 May 2020 3 Mondays (excl. 4 May) • Implement strategies to deal effectively with bullying and harassment cases Swansea 29 June 2020 13 July 2020 3 Mondays • Deal with mental health issues and work related stress Wrexham 6 March 2020 20 March 2020 3 Fridays

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Additional Courses Mental Health Awareness Duration: 3 days

Course description: Venue Start End Duration This course will help Reps develop a better understanding Cardiff 11 Oct 2019 25 Oct 2019 3 Fridays of mental health issues and how they affect members in the Cardiff 28 Jan 2020 11 Feb 2020 3 Tuesdays workplace. You will develop an understanding of Disability Discrimination Law and how it applies to people with mental Cardiff 8 July 2020 10 July 2020 3 days consecutively health illnesses. The training will enable you to develop a strategy to deal with workplace mental health issues and Pontypool 8 June 2020 22 June 2020 3 Mondays ensure employees are not discriminated against. Swansea 21 Nov 2019 5 Dec 2019 3 Thursdays Swansea 24 March 2020 7 April 2020 3 Tuesdays Application: Wrexham 18 Nov 2019 2 Dec 2019 3 Mondays To apply for courses please contact your education department: Wrexham 29 Jan 2020 12 Feb 2020 3 Wednesdays Tel: 02920 821258 Wrexham 15 July 2020 17 July 2020 3 days Email: [email protected] consecutively Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education to complete the online application form

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Course description: Venue Start End The Unite Wales Political School is a fantastic opportunity for Cardiff 12 October 2019 13 October 2019 members to come together to better understand the political Wrexham 26 October 2019 27 October 2019 objectives of our union. The course will look in detail at why trade unions are involved in politics; what devolution has meant for Wales; the nature of political campaigning; the policy process and future planning of campaigns. This 2 day course will be comprised of group activities, discussions, debates and will include a number of guest speakers including political representatives who will also make contributions at the school.

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Additional Courses Unite Wales Political School – Stage 2 Duration: 5 consecutive days

Course description: Venue Start End Stage 2 of the Unite Wales Political School is for those Cardiff 25 January 2020 26 January 2020 members who have successfully completed Stage 1. The course will look in detail at political organisation; explore the international industrial, political, social and economic issues facing our union and how we can infl uence change for our members, our communities and our nation.

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Unite’s commitment to delivering courses recognises the Workplace Reps Certifi cate different circumstances in which our reps fi nd themselves. Module 1A – 5 consecutive days This is why there are various modes of delivery for the same course. Residential courses are for those who simply Venue Start End cannot dovetail into our regional provision whether that is To be confi rmed 27 April 2020 1 May 2020 for geographical or domestic or other reasons. Our normal practice for national residential courses, held in The View Hotel, Eastbourne or other venues to be confi rmed, kick off at Workplace Reps Certifi cate 15:00 hrs. on Monday and fi nish with a session on Action Plans Module 1B – 5 consecutive days at Noon on the Friday. You will appreciate that being residential students are expected to participate in a couple of evening Venue Start End sessions which are less formal. View Eastbourne 7 October 2019 11 October 2019 To be confi rmed 18 November 2019 22 November 2019

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National Courses

Health & Safety Reps Certiﬁ cate Dealing with Redundancy Module 1A – 5 consecutive days 5 consecutive days

Venue Start End Venue Start End To be conﬁ rmed 8 June 2020 12 June 2020 To be conﬁ rmed 22 June 2020 26 June 2020

Health & Safety Reps Certiﬁ cate European Works Council Module 1B – 5 consecutive days 5 consecutive days

Venue Start End Venue Start End To be confi rmed 2 September 2019 6 September 2019 To be confi rmed 14 October 2019 18 October 2019 To be confi rmed 7 September 2020 11 September 2020 To be confi rmed 18 November 2019 22 November 2019 To be confi rmed 30 March 2020 3 April 2020 To be confi rmed 8 June 2020 12 June 2020

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Incident Management & Investigation Organising & Bargaining in a Global 5 consecutive days Economy 5 consecutive days Venue Start End To be confi rmed 18 November 2019 22 November 2019 Venue Start End To be confi rmed 24 February 2020 28 February 2020 To be confi rmed 2 September 2019 6 September 2019 To be confi rmed 22 June 2020 26 June 2020 To be confi rmed 4 November 2019 8 November 2019 To be confi rmed 16 November 2020 20 November 2020 To be confi rmed 24 February 2020 28 February 2020 To be confi rmed 8 June 2020 12 June 2020 The Information & Consultation of To be confi rmed 7 September 2020 11 September 2020 Employee Regulations To be confi rmed 9 November 2020 13 November 2020 3 consecutive days Pensions Venue Start End Stage 2 – 5 consecutive days View Eastbourne 30 September 2019 2 October 2019 View Eastbourne 12 October 2020 14 October 2020 Venue Start End To be confi rmed 18 June 2020 20 June 2020 View Eastbourne 27 April 2020 1 May 2020 To be confi rmed 8 June 2020 12 June 2020 Application: To apply for courses please contact your education department: Tel: 02920 821258 Email: [email protected] Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education to complete the online application form 24

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National Courses

Pre-Retirement Course Unite Retired Members’ Education Course 4 consecutive days 5 consecutive days

Venue Start End Venue Start End View Eastbourne 9 March 2020 12 March 2020 View Eastbourne 13 October 2019 17 October 2019 To be confi rmed 21 October 2019 24 October 2019 View Eastbourne 11 October 2020 15 October 2020 To be confi rmed 2 December 2019 5 December 2019 To be confi rmed 27 April 2020 30 April 2020 Young Members Course To be confi rmed 19 October 2020 22 October 2020 5 consecutive days To be confi rmed 7 December 2020 10 December 2020 Venue Start End View Eastbourne 8 June 2020 12 June 2020

Please note: For information only as attendance will be by selection.

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Equalities Courses LGBT Equality at Work in the Community Unite Women’s National Week 2019 & 2020 5 consecutive days 6 consecutive days Please note: The course listed below commences at 15:00 on Day 1 only Venue Start End Venue Start End View Eastbourne 17 November 2019 22 November 2019 To be conﬁ rmed 17 February 2020 21 February 2020 View Eastbourne 15 November 2020 20 November 2020 Disability Equality, Trade Unions and Work During this week we will be focusing on the following areas: 5 consecutive days • Understanding Your Union & Getting Involved • Women Organising at Work Please note: The course listed below commences at 15:00 on Day 1 only • Women Campaigning in the Workplace Venue Start End • Leadership Development for Unite Women View Eastbourne 9 March 2020 13 March 2020 Remember You must contact your Regional Women & Equalities Offi cer to apply for Women’s Week BEFORE getting your application countersigned by your Regional Education Offi cer.

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National Courses

Organising for Equality in Today’s Workplace Dignity at Work Challenging workplace – Understanding the Equality Act 2010 Harassment, Discrimination & Bullying 5 consecutive days 5 consecutive days Please note: The courses listed below commence at 15:00 on Day 1 only Please note: The courses listed below commence at 15:00 on Day 1 only Venue Start End Venue Start End To be confi rmed 7 October 2019 11 October 2019 To be confi rmed 16 September 2019 20 September 2019 To be confi rmed 20 April 2020 24 April 2020 To be confi rmed 11 May 2020 15 May 2020 To be confi rmed 5 October 2020 9 October 2020 To be confi rmed 14 September 2020 18 September 2020

Black & Asian Ethnic Minority Leadership Development 5 consecutive days Please note: The course listed below commences at 15:00 on Day 1 only Venue Start End To be conﬁ rmed 15 June 2020 19 June 2020

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National Political Education School: Durham Workers Uniting: Building Power Arrive evening 8th – depart from noon 11th July 2020 Internationally (W.U.B.P.I.) 2 consecutive days of seminars 9th – 10th July Exact date to be conﬁ rmed one week in May 2020 Building on a highly successful Summer School Programme to The course is made up of members of Unite and USW and is held coincide with the Durham Miners’ Gala, we are trawling the whole across two years with the fi rst leg in North America and the second of the membership for participants in this exciting venture. This leg in the UK/Ireland. has been designed for those members who align themselves with These courses have been very successful in building relations Unite’s political strategy and feel that they can contribute to making between activists in multinational companies and sectors in USW our policy a reality in the workplaces and the community in which and Unite; preparing the next generation of Workers Uniting activists. they live. The aim of the W.U.B.P.I. programme is to give participants a strong Your Regional Secretary determines whose application is understanding of the trade union cultures and practices within Unite successful. Those applicants will be notifi ed well in advance and USW; an appreciation of what led to the formation of Workers so that they can secure time off with pay from their employer. Uniting; the consequences of globalisation; use and purpose of social media; and a greater knowledge of the international industrial, political, social and economic issues. These require a global response from trade unions if we are going to fi ght back on behalf of our members and their communities. Normally the fi rst leg of the course will be held in North America one week in May 2020 – we will let all applicants know the exact dates in good time. Please ask your Education Organiser for details of the Application: course and an application form. To apply for courses please contact your education department: Tel: 02920 821258 Email: [email protected] Or visit: www.unitetheunion.org/education to complete the online application form 28

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All Ofﬁ ce Addresses

Regional Ofﬁ ce Cardiff Unite the Union, 1 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, CF11 9SD T: 02920 394521

District Ofﬁ ces Bangor Unite the Union, 30 Dean Street, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 1UR T: 01248 362098 Cardiff Unite the Union, 1 Cathedral Road, Cardiff, CF11 9SD T: 02920 394521 Milford Haven Unite the Union, Robert Street, Milford Haven, SA73 2HS T: 01646 690618 Pontypool Unite the Union, 3-3A High Street, Pontypool, Torfaen, NP4 6EY T: 01495 762222 Swansea Unite the Union, 19 High Street, Swansea, SA1 1LF T: 01792 472410 Wrexham Unite the Union, 33 King Street, Wrexham, LL11 1HR T: 01978 800880

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Notes

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www.unitetheunion.org/education

Unite the Union 1 Cathedral Road, Cardiff CF11 9SD COURSE PROGRAMME 2019/20

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