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Figures show Black workers to be under-represented in higher education workforce

During February most of us are thinking about AGM’s, be that with our Branches, Service Group or SOG’s. The Regions LGBT SOG is no different however February is also a particularly busy time for them as it is LGBT History Month. This celebration in the LGBT Community originates from the USA, having been started there […]

Last year nearly 5,000 UNISON members took part in our equality survey. Take part this year and you might win a holiday.

Activists should challenge employers on their commitment to Black workers

In June this year, UNISON ran a survey to find out about members’ financial situations, and some of the results are shocking, especially when it came to our Black members.

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.

World AIDS Day is an opportunity to show solidarity with the millions of people living with HIV worldwide.

Ask your MP to sign an Early Day Motion asking the Chancellor to retract his comments

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, […]

There are plenty of resources available for activists to use during LGBT History Month

UNISON president and hospital catering assistant Margaret McKee gives rousing speech to women’s conference

UNISON’s women’s conference addresses the lack of women working in science, technology, engineering and maths

Help us campaign for equality by filling in our survey – and maybe win a holiday for two at Croyde Bay Holiday Resort in north Devon

‘The dedication to the cause of UNISON members has been incredible, and it’s been matched by the incredible strength shown by those taking action’.

Disabled activists employers often don’t understand the issue and can ‘punish’ disabled workers.