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Introduction to Weingarten Rights
There are many benefits to being in a union. We’ll discuss Weingarten Rights, when and how you can invoke them, and what a violation looks like. Learn about how the began, and what happens if they are violated.
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Upcoming Events
Finding Stress Relief and Connection in Challenging Times
This session offers participants tools and the space to process anxiety related to current political divisions. Worrying for ourselves, our colleagues and the people we serve can manifest in ways…
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Charting & Mapping Workshop
Building power in a workplace requires an effective communication structure. This training will show union leaders who do this effectively. This is called mapping or charting. It is the building block…
Read MoreCongratulations to our 2024 Cushing-Gavin Awardees!
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Recent News & Resources
Congratulations To This Year’s Honorary Cushing-Gavin Award Recipient: Paul McCarthy
Paul is a Union Organizational Specialist who works closely with union leaders to help solve organizational problems and build union power and effectiveness. He is a valued and seasoned bargaining…
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Read MoreCongratulations To This Year’s Labor Award Recipient: Jim Pinkham
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Labor History: November 2024 Blog
Disclaimer: These words are the author’s personal views and do not reflect the Labor Guild’s opinion.NOVEMBER 23 1170 B.C. – “History’s first recorded (on papyrus) strike by Egyptians working on…
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