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First Black female MP blazed a trail

The latest edition of the UNISON South East Black members newsletter has been published now

Maria Alberts for the service group executive told delegates: “Racism does exist in the NHS”. She cited Too Hot […]

This tribute to Skip Bawa (27 June 1956 – 21 February 2024) was written by Bill Acharjee, UNISON activist and member of UNISON South East’s Black members committee. It will appear in a forthcoming edition of our regional Black members newsletter. As a region, we will always honour Skip’s outstanding contribution to our union. It […]

It also includes promoting a diverse workforce, addressing the impact of racism on staff wellbeing, and regularly reviewing strategies to […]

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‘No woman in public life should have to accept this kind of abuse and intimidation’

Image: Rod Leon In 2002, a leaked NHS report noted that Black children and adults were continuing to be failed by mental health services […]

“UNISON branches are busy organising and supporting our migrant worker members, who are still facing a hostile environment, especially […]

It’s important for the union to be part of this case, to ensure all those affected have the best chance to rebuild […]

The award is given to those who exemplify Nelson Mandela’s values of 'determination, a desire for unity, and strength in the face of injustice'. In gratitude to a great man who was an honorary […]

It also includes promoting a diverse workforce, addressing the impact of racism on staff wellbeing, and regularly reviewing strategies to […]

TUC Midlands invite you to join their Black Activist Development Programme Overview This programme for Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic workers will give you the confidence and key skills to influence your union structures. Aim of the programme The aim of this programme is to identify, empower and enable Black members and activists interested in […]

Norfolk County activist Jean Haslam added: “It was wonderful to be able to host this for UNISON Year of Black Workers and we hope it inspired others to get involved in their union.” […]

Who are you? Sophilia Matengenzara, Black members officer and rep, University of Hertfordshire branch. Why is Black History Month important to you? It is important because it provides me […]