Reps’ fortnight webinars
Reps’ Fortnight – 4-15 September 2023
During Reps’ Fortnight we will be running workshops and webinars to help boost your skills as a rep.
Organising 101
Monday 4 September, 12.30pm
A look at the basics of organising and how your branch can lay the groundwork for effective action. This webinar will be led by Senior Organiser Sam Gipson.
We will look at a framework and checklist for building a strong branch that can campaign for change. Want to grow your branch and organise to make changes in your workplace or to stand against inadequate pay offers and job cuts? This is for you!
Joining conversations
Tuesday 5 September, 12.30pm
If you know you need to get new joiners into your branch but feel nervous about having that conversation with them then this is the course for you. In this interactive workshop we will go through the how and why of joining conversations, talk through a script to help you gain confidence and give you some practice in a safe space.
Sign up: Joining conversations
Introduction to Microsoft Sway
Thursday 7 September, 12.30pm
Microsoft Sway, often available as part of the Microsoft 365 suite, is an excellent tool for creating exciting and interactive newsletters. Join our organiser Rob Lauder for this introduction to Sway where you will see what you can do to keep your members informed, welcome new members and attract joiners to your branch as well as learning the basics of how Sway works.
Sign up: Introduction to Microsoft Sway
Improving Freelancers’ Pensions
Thursday 7 September, 19:00pm
Freelance workers have some of the lowest levels of pension savings of any groups. This session will examine the particular challenges facing freelancers when it comes to saving for retirement and what the union can do to help improve outcomes.
Making your communications accessible
Monday 11 September, 12.30pm
You may be surprised just how many people have accessibility needs when engaging with your branch communications and those needs aren’t always obvious. Join our webinar with digital agency Outlandish to find out how you can make your communications more accessible for everyone.
Sign up: Making your communications accessible
Employment rights for freelance reps
Monday September 11, 19:00pm
Welcome to Prospect: webinar for new or prospective members
Tuesday 12 September, 12.30pm
Please encourage newer members or people who haven’t joined yet to join this session. Our team will go through the basics of how trade unions work, what they do and a little about the areas that Prospect works in. We will also answer their questions about how Prospect works.
Organising around Health & Safety
Wednesday 13 September, 12.30pm
In this session, we will explore campaigning, building structures and influence around health & safety in your workplace, plus some and tools and techniques to engage members in gathering evidence and progressing issues.
Sign up: Organising around Health & Safety
Need further support? Get in touch.
We want to make our webinars as inclusive as possible, that’s why we use live captions on every one. If you require any further support to access a webinar, please contact us a few days in advance of the event on comms@prospect.org.uk
Please note, while we make time for any topical questions at the end of a webinar, we encourage you to get in touch if you have a question about a specific workplace problem. You can contact our team on 0300 600 1878 or helpdesk@prospect.org.uk