UNISON learning reps from across the South East region gathered in Guildford for a network day earlier this month. Vicki Gibbs, Area Organiser for education and equalities, organised the event, and spoke about the ‘many joys’ of lifelong learning. The learning reps discussed their experiences so far. Presenting learning as a ‘win-win’ opportunity for employers […]
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South East Retired Members were well represented at the 2019 UNISON National Retired Members Conference in October. The South East Region Retired Members Committee proposed two motions, “Universal Credit and the effect on pensioners in mixed age couples” which was composited with motion 21 Southwest Region “Universal Credit and Pensioners” as amended by City of […]
- Date
- 6 – 8 March 2020
- Location
- The View Hotel Eastbourne
This course is open to all women members who are interested in learning more about the history of women’s struggle for equality. This course will look at some of the many women’s rights campaigns led by the women of the first wave feminist movement. This course will also give you the opportunity to examine the […]
UNISON has a proud track record on tackling equalities issues and ensuring that equality is at the heart of our union. In order to do so, we need to ensure that equalities is discussed in our branches and our committees. We know that in each of our workplaces, and in each of our service groups, […]
The women’s committee held their AGM on Saturday 3rd November at the regional office in Guildford. Guest speakers included Mandy Webb is a political activist and artist who was diagnosed with HIV twenty years ago. Mandy displayed two of her creations which you can see in the picture below. One dress highlights the harsh impact […]
LGBT History Month is a month-long annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. Currently, LGBT History Month is a month-long celebration that is specific to the United States and the United Kingdom. LGBT History Month was initiated in the UK by Sue Sanders, […]
World AIDS Day is an opportunity to show solidarity with the millions of people living with HIV worldwide.
November is young workers’ month! We will be aiming to raise the profile of young workers and young UNISON members by recruiting and organising them to help us win better working conditions and build an even stronger union.
She is a member of the South East Young Members' Forum and also sits on National Young Members […]
LGBT History Month is a month-long annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. Currently, LGBT History Month is a month-long celebration that is specific to the United States and the United Kingdom. LGBT History Month was initiated in the UK by Sue […]
UNISON is committed to achieving equality for all by fighting disability discrimination and campaigning to remove barriers to employment in the workplace. Through self organisation disabled members help the Union to identify and challenge discrimination. This helps build equality throughout the work of the Union. It can also be a valuable way for members to […]
Why not get involved and help us campaign for the issues affecting young workers. Young members' groups work to: encourage recruitment, organisation and participation of […]