It came out of the deaths of Black people standing up for their rights. In 1999, six years after the murder of South London teenager Stephen Lawrence, the […]
Blogs, News on the UNISON National
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We are discriminated against for being Black and for being women, and we exist in both identities at all times. When trying to […]
News on the UNISON South East
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“In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist. We must be anti-racist” Angela Davis Saturday 20 March 2021 marks the UN anti-racism Day of Action. Regrettably the effect of the global pandemic meant that demonstrations set to take place last year had to be postponed. However, an exciting online gathering event will replace […]
Article on the UNISON South East
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UNISON has written to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) this week, calling for improved guidance for employers on how to protect their Black and other vulnerable workers during the pandemic.
News on the UNISON South West
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The uncomfortable conversation that needs to be had.
Article, News on the UNISON East Midlands
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UNISON South East outlines a series of recommendations and actions that branches can take to challenge inequality for Black members at work as we navigate through the pandemic
Article on the UNISON South East
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“Black staff and students must have the same opportunities to develop their studies and careers as their white counterparts.”
Article on the UNISON National
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We hear from Rosita Ellis, chair of the regional Black members committee, during Islamophobia Awareness Month
Article on the UNISON South East
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- Date
- 22 – 23 January 2021
- Location
- Online
We hope you are well and keeping safe. 2020 has been a year of change, challenge and uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of COVID-19, many conferences and meetings have had to be cancelled. But we still want to involve you, share information on how Black members are keeping active in UNISON […]
Event on the UNISON National
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The findings and recommendations in the final report reinforce our calls, including: The government must go further and set out an urgent plan for tackling […]
Article on the UNISON National
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As part of Black History Month, we review a new book that explores systems of exploitation, suppression and persecution
Behind the headlines, Magazine on the Magazine
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Urgent action needed to protect Black communities from second wave
News, Press release on the UNISON National
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Findings of risk assessments must be implemented
News, Press release on the UNISON National
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We unite workers because together we can improve the quality of life for our members and their families. When we stand united we are strong and when divided we are weak […]
Regional Secretary’s Blog on the UNISON East Midlands
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For this guest post Nicky talks about Black History Month and how UNISON supports black members […]
Article, Blogs, Blogs on the UNISON Northern
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