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Yet, a few simple changes to the working environment can often make a world of difference – even just talking about the […]

But the new law is at risk of getting stalled in Parliament – and UNISON needs your help to ensure it gets past the next hurdle. This Friday, MPs have the chance to show their support for […]

Following a successful campaign by UNISON Westminster branch, Westminster Council have agreed to provide free period products for staff working in all council offices – which will soon be rolled out to include libraries and housing offices. This fantastic initiative was led by the branch’s women’s officer Kate Oboussier, who came up with the campaign […]

Date

1 December 2022 5:30pm–7:00pm

Location

Online meeting

The Women’s Committee campaign for improvements to women’s rights in the workplace and in the wider community and support campaigns aimed at improving women’s lives.

UNISON is part of the We Trust Women coalition, a group of organisations demanding the decriminalisation of abortion in the UK. Abortion remains illegal in the UK and […]

Date

6 September 2022 10:30am–4:30pm

Location

Online event

This online workshop will cover: Equality in UNISON Introduction to equality legislation Equality and your role as a rep Equality in the UNISON branch If you would like to register to attend please email educationse@unison.co.uk with your membership number and course code 08-22-0096 Outcome

The pandemic led to restrictions in access to abortion, even in countries where it is generally accessible […]

Date

8 July 2022 9:30am–4:30pm

Location

UNISON Centre, London

Everyone is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect. The ability to live and work without prejudice is a fundamental right, regardless of your background, identity and experiences. Join us for the SE Equality conference!   You are invited to the UNISON South East Equality Conference which will help to equip your branch with […]

The policy will practically support women and all workers going through the menopause at City Hall. Created in conjunction with UNISON, the policy draws upon a number of the unions […]

This International Women’s Day the theme is #BreakTheBias. Individually, we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions – all day, every day. We can break the bias in our communities. We can break the bias in our workplaces. We can break the bias in our schools, colleges and universities. We’re proud to say that […]

Date

15 March 2022 9:00am–4:00pm

Location

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Nottingham - Gateway

A day of workshops and inspirational speakers.

Christina McAnea addresses women’s conference and stresses the need for the union to be more representative of its million female members

We’re proud to present our new equality calendar! The interactive calendar will help UNISON Eastern members and activists keep on top of the big events in the union as well as national and international equalities dates. The calendar will be updated regularly so check back for the latest and please get in touch if you’ve […]

Opening debates see delegates discuss how to increase proportionality within the union, particularly for part-time women workers, who represent a large part of the membership

Date

7 March 2022 5:00pm–6:30pm

UNISON’s National International Committee and National Women’s Committee webinar