Courses
Equality
13 Oct 2010, Manchester
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This course includes an in depth look at the legislation on
discrimination and diversity, examines union strategies for equality at work and how to tackle discrimination at work.
| Audience type | Union professionals |
| Start date | 13 Oct 2010 |
| Duration | 3 Days, 13/14 & 15th October 2010 |
| Location (region) | The Manchester College, Manchester (North West Region) |
| Status | Available |
Unions reflect the diversity of the communities they represent. They also have responsibilities as employers. Recent test cases have shown that fairness at work is a key union issue.
Union officers and staff need an understanding of employers' legal duties in order to ensure that the union benefits all members through effective representation, structures and policies.
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| Who is this for |
All union officers and staff with responsibility for representation, negotiation, handling casework and organising. This course is not suitable for union representatives covering a single workplace. No prior knowledge is assumed.
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| Knowledge |
This course covers essential knowledge in these areas:
* what is meant by equality, discrimination and diversity
* equality law (identifying opportunities for making sure
* it is fair and inclusive)
* using equality legislation when representing members
* discrimination and harassment cases
* negotiating policies and procedures
* equality bargaining - recognising opportunities to widen the bargaining agenda
* organising under-represented groups of workers - ensuring that the union message is inclusive for all potential members.
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| Skills |
You will develop these skills on the course:
* improving your representation skills
* finding and using information
* team work
* developing systems to meet deadlines
* information technology as a tool
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| Fees |
These courses are free to union officers and staff.
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| More information |
kevin.duffy@themanchestercollege.ac.uk
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Course provider and venue
| Provider |
The Manchester College
Telephone 0161 920 2835
Email kduffy@themanchestercollege.ac.uk
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| Venue |
The Manchester College Manchester Trade Union Education
St John's Centre
Room 218, 2 New Quay Street
Manchester
M3 3BE
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Alternative dates and venues for the classroom based courses
Related information on the unionlearn website
| Related courses |
Employment Law
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| Subjects |
Equality and diversity
TUC Education
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