The Labor Guild

Basic Steward Training
Virtual EventVirtual Tuesdays 9/9/25-10/7/25- Course Description: This course will cover the basic duties and responsibilities of a Shop Steward. Building your skills by emphasizing strategic planning for local unions, member mobilization,…

Understanding, Reviewing, and Amending Bylaws
Virtual EventVirtual Wednesdays- 9/10/2025-10/8/2025- Your Union Bylaws - Do they really say what you think they say on important issues: who is the ultimate authority in the union; who gets to interpret the bylaws when it’s necessary; when does custom or past practice matter; what happens when your bylaws are silent on a potentially-divisive issue, what…

Union Meetings and Robert’s Rules
Virtual EventVirtual Wednesdays 10/15/25-11/12/2025- Whether you want to become a more effective and respected Chair, or a more confident and impactful participant, we’ll put Robert’s Rules Order to work to achieve…

Sold Out-Advanced Steward Training
Virtual EventVirtual Tuesdays 10/21/25-11/25/25 No class on November 11, 2025 Veteran's Day This course will build on the skills students developed in the Basic Steward Training course by emphasizing Strategic Planning…
Free Virtual Unemployment Insurance Benefits Workshop
Virtual EventUnemployment Insurance (UI) Unemployment insurance (UI) is a critical safety net during periods of joblessness. This vital program allows workers and their families to meet their basic living expenses when…
Free Virtual Paid Family and Medical Leave Workshop
Virtual EventPaid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) As of 2021, Massachusetts has fully implemented its Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program, providing workers wage replacement benefits when they have to…
