Equality and diversity
Equality and diversity
There is a huge gap between the educational haves and have-nots and TUC and union work seeks to bridge the gap and provide opportunities for those who have had least before, especially those with basic skills difficulties.
Some groups of workers have extra difficulty accessing learning through work - part time, shift workers, home workers and freelance workers for example. Others have jobs without a base or obvious focus for learning activity - construction workers, drivers, for example. Unions are looking at these groups and how to assist them.
As women workers overall are still poorly paid compared with men access to training - whether at basic or higher levels - can open doors for them. Similarly black and Asian workers are less likely to benefit from opportunities and gain promotion. Workers with disabilities are already disadvantaged in the workforce and difficulties associated with access to learning can make things worse. There are many workers for whom English is a second language.
18 August 2010
Equality Forum launched in the North West
Following on from the hugely successful unionlearn North West Equality for All Conference earlier this year, unionlearn launched a regional Equality Forum on Monday (16th August) at Unite's Transport House, Salford Quays, Manchester.
North West
26 May 2010
The North East Equality Awards 2010- ‘The TUC-unionlearn Award'
This is the third year that the TUC and unionlearn have supported the regional Equality Awards and is proud to do so. This award is about giving affiliated trade unions and the work that officers, activists, and members carry out on a daily basis a platform to demonstrate how valuable their contribution is to the equality and diversity agenda.
Northern
10 May 2010
Women working in Science, Engineering, Technology and the Built Environment
Women working in science, engineering, technology and the built environment (known as SET) often face additional barriers at work. These are sectors where women are normally in a minority, especially at senior levels. They may feel isolated and highly visible. The UKRC offers information, advice and support to women working in SET at any stage in their careers.
24 March 2010
Making life better for women at work - South West case studies
This new booklet demonstrates the contribution that women trade unionists make to union learning and education. It features contrasting case studies from different sectors featuring reps, union learning reps and tutors, and celebrates the work they do which enables union learners to progress and make changes to their lives.
South West
22 March 2010
New for 2010: Striking the Balance
Set against the turbulent backdrop of the 1960's, 70's and 80's, three working women take on the might of a discriminatory establishment.
Fast-paced, inventive and a whole lot of fun, this new Mikron show, complete with original music, takes you on a moving journey, introducing a host of colourful characters - including special guest appearances from Labour's Red Queen and the Iron Lady herself.
17 March 2010
Unionlearn promotes Equality for All at Conference in Bolton
Two hundred delegates gathered at the Reebok Stadium in Bolton to hear the positive impact unions are having by introducing their members to training and learning and increasing equality in the workplace. The conference at the Devere Whites hotel on March 17, heard how unionlearn are supporting projects across the region on issues such as; older workers; Mental Health in the workplace; The gender pay gap; Workplace cohesion; LGBT: Issues in the workplace; Development of a Cultural Awareness Toolkit
North West
15 December 2009
TAEN urges unions to lobby for older workers
Dr Chris Ball, Chief Executive of TAEN – The Age and Employment Network, has today (14 December 2009) called on trade unions to ensure that they incorporate demographic changes in to their agendas and address the challenges presented by an ageing workforce.
3 December 2009
Sign up for GetSET Women Coaching!
The UK Resource Centre for Women in Science, Engineering and Technology (UKRC) is delighted to launch its pilot GetSET Women coaching scheme. The scheme is presently available to women working in science, engineering, technology or the built environment based in Scotland or the south east of England.
Up to six hours of subsidised coaching is available with a professionally qualified business coach, so you pay just £30 per hour – a real bargain.
Southern and Eastern
26 October 2009
Marie scoops Trade Union's Equality for All Award
Marie Pearson, HMRC Learning Co-ordinator with The Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) has won this year's Trade Union Equality for All Award at the North East Equality Awards held on Friday 23rd October 2009 at The Gateshead Hilton Hotel.
Northern
12 May 2009
Cumbria unions step up for Union Friday
On the 15th May (Union Friday) the local trade unions in Cumbria are organising a rally in Carlisle to encourage trade union members to use their vote in the Euro and local elections. The TUC are helping to host a rally between 12.30 and 13.30pm on Union Friday around the bandstand in Carlisle's city centre.
Northern
