Disabled members branch officer training

Find out more about the role of a disabled members branch officer and how to promote equality in the workplace
4 November 2026, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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ONLINE: 10am - 4pm

Are you a Disabled Members Branch Officer or Contact, or a disabled member who wants to get more active in your branch? Join us for this one-day Disabled Members Branch Officer training. 

This training is for disabled members and will focus on:

  • Working for disability equality in UNISON.
  • Role of branch disabled members officer or contact.
  • Bargaining for workplace reasonable adjustments.
  • Disability campaigning and organising in your branch.
  • Support and resources.
  • It's also a great networking opportunity!

The course is delivered online via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 4 November and is one full day, 10am - 4pm, with short breaks.

To apply, you must:

  • be able to commit to attending for the full day.
  • be able to access a reliable internet connection and have a computer or tablet on which to access MS Teams.
  • have permission from your employer if you are using their IT equipment.
  • have agreed facility time (time off) from your employer to attend the full day session if attending during working hours.
  • have agreement from your branch to attend.
There will be a charge of £25 to the branch for each member attending this course.

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Application details

To apply for a place on this course please complete and submit the application form.