UWE UNISON would like to send a warm expression of solidarity to our trans comrades in the UK in light of the supreme court ruling on the definition of women. UNISON is an organisation that knows that trans women are women and trans men are men and that the rights of trans and cis people […]
Dear Black UWE UNISON Members I hope this message finds you well. My name is Rheannah Hall, and I’m your new UWE UNISON Black Members Officer here at UWE. I’m really looking forward to getting to know you, hearing your views, and supporting you in this space. To begin this journey, I’d love […]
UWE UNISON understands how vital reasonable adjustments are in feeling comfort and dignity in the workplace. We are always ready to help our members get information and access to the reasonable adjustments they need to work.
The cost of living, the escalation of war and the rise of fascism across the globe has a direct impact on ordinary workers. For over a decade our pay has not kept up with prices and our welfare institutions have had one financial cut after the other through austerity. Meanwhile Vice-Chancellors, CEOs and bankers fill their […]
This year’s South West Regional Women’s Conference is being held on Saturday 30 September, at The Novotel Bristol, from 10am to 4:30pm. As it is UNISON’s Year of Black Workers, the regional women’s committee, in support of this initiative have decided the theme for the event is ‘celebrating and supporting Black women’ We will be […]
South West Black Members Self Organised Group are delighted to open bookings for this year’s Black Leadership Programme. Taking place at Croyde Bay on Saturday 9 September this event is an opportunity for aspiring leaders to come together, learn, and grow. This event aims to empower Black UNISON members and provide them with the necessary […]
In February 2023, at the National Women’s Conference in Bournemouth, a significant number of motions were related to the cost of living and how it impacts women. It’s a fact that women bear the brunt of the cost-of-living crisis. We prioritise the need of the family, and often that puts too much pressure on our […]