Activist hub

Information and resources to help you carry out your role within the union

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Support for workplace reps

Resources tailored to specific roles within the union

Active member

Help members solve workplace issues and organise colleagues to create a stronger union
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Workplace steward

Represent the interests of members at work, particularly in grievances, disputes or negotiations
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Health and safety rep

Look out for members’ healthy and safety at work and campaign for better working conditions
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Environmental rep

Raise environmental awareness and ensure green issues are included in the negotiating agenda
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Equality rep

Ensure people are treated fairly, have equal rights at work and do not suffer from discrimination
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Learning rep

Promote lifelong learning at work, from literacy skills to professional qualifications
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Rep activities

Resources covering the main tasks performed by UNISON reps

Campaign resources

Get involved in our latest campaigns and encourage members to take part
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Bargaining guides

How to negotiate with employers on behalf of members
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Organising and recruiting

Discover effective ways to organise and recruit new members in your workplace
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Online catalogue

A catalogue for branches to make bulk orders of UNISON stock items, such as leaflets, posters and organising and recruitment materials

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Advice

Get help

Access over 100 Get Help articles with 'next steps' and resources to help you advise members on a wide range of workplace issues

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Activist training

Our courses are designed to give UNISON activists all of the skills you need to thrive in your chosen role

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Finding time

Find out how reps fit union duties or training in with their work and home life by taking time off

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Advice and resources

Data protection and GDPR

Information and resources for UNISON branches on GDPR compliance and how to deal with data breaches

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Talk to your colleagues about joining a community of over 1.3 million members committed to fairness, safety and equality at work.  

Together we're stronger. 

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