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Organising Steward Stage 1

“UNISON stewards are the most important link between members in the workplace, their employer and the wider union. This 10-day course is for new stewards to give you the knowledge and skills to support members locally and take on issues in your workplace.

The first 4 days (Stage 1) are about who we are and where we are going; your place in UNISON, organising and meeting your members.

This is a modularised course. All 4 days must be completed

email educationni@unison.co.uk to register

08/05/2024

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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