We are delighted to announce that the UK 2024 LGBT+ History Month theme is: Medicine – #UnderTheScope The 2024 theme celebrates LGBT+ peoples’ contribution to the field of Medicine and Healthcare both historically and today. We want to showcase the amazing work of LGBT+ staff across the NHS and in other healthcare settings, in providing healthcare, especially during the pandemic. Whilst […]
As temperatures plummet throughout the winter, employers are responsible for providing a working environment that is reasonably practical, safe and without risks to health. Join us for a discussion with Shelly Asquith, TUC Health & Safety Policy Officer, who will discuss what reps can do to ensure their employers assess risks and introduce any necessary prevention or control measures in the workplace.
Keir Starmer kicked off the election year with a speech delivered in Bristol, in which he called out a political system that just isn't working: "Trust in politics is so low, so degraded, that nobody believes you can make a difference any more." What we all know - and what the Labour Party officially recognises - is that the flaws in our First Past […]
Wales TUC Young Activist Development Programme are reaching out to young workers in hospitality and retail to talk about rights at work and the benefits of joining a trade union. Introducing Newid!: Following the success of our Norwegian Summer Patrol pilot last summer, the Young Activist Development Programme is now setting up our own version, Newid! The session will involve […]
In an era of emerging technology, learning about Artificial Intelligence is more important than ever. Its potential seems almost limitless, and so does the danger it poses to our democracy. We’ll be hearing from: Hannah O’Rourke, co-founder of Campaign Lab, is an expert on Artificial intelligence influence on campaigning and can provide an inside perspective on this change to politics. […]
We will be opening the Young Organisers' Network with this webinar featuring introductions from Quincy Raymond, Chair of TUC Young Workers' Forum, and Ines Lage, TUC SW Regional Secretary. Come hear about the plans and objectives for the network, meet fellow young activists from across the region, and get ready for an exciting year.
Delivered as part of Equip Her, our programme of support for women in our community who are preparing to be candidates in upcoming elections. Between now and May 2024, we are creating space for you to access free resources, advice and community. We are aware that you may not yet be a confirmed candidate as many parties are still going through […]
Join author Professor David Lane and discussants Andrew Murray and Radhika Desai; refreshments provided. The twentieth century was an era of socialist revolutionary transformations and significant social-democratic reforms. By the twenty-first century, these socialist inspired movements have largely disappeared, their ideology had been disavowed, and their institutions dismantled. In the first part of the book, David Lane explains which social […]
The union movement will only be a strong voice for working people when all voices are heard and prioritised. This event offers an opportunity to chart the way forward together and take a serious look at some of the challenges we face. With workshops on fighting the far right, strengthening the trade union movement's response to racism, and everything in […]
In 2024 the anti racist movement is going to be critical, and the role of trade unions at its heart is vital. Join us for an impactful event dedicated to creating inclusive and anti-racist workplaces. At this conference, we will discuss strategies and actions to combat racism in the workplace. Prominent speakers and experts will shed light on the challenges […]
