How does racism show up in our workplaces and in our unions? What are some strategies to confront it and build solidarity for a stronger, multiracial labor movement? And what can you say to union siblings who aren’t convinced racial justice has anything to do with union politics?
This workshop addresses how class and race are inextricably linked, tracing back the origins of “race” as an invention of the ruling class to divide workers. We'll talk about how to move to strategies of unity.
This workshop has three parts. We ask that you attend all of them. »
This workshop is intended for stewards and elected officers who work closely with stewards. Please register only if this applies to you.
Stewards are the backbone of the union! Learn how to build a strong stewards structure that helps workers use their power in the workplace to effectively fight the boss.
We'll cover topics like how to train stewards, and how to maintain connections across a network, with special guest Nicholas Bedell from the NewsGuild-CWA. »
National contracts with a common employer, like UPS or the Big 3 automakers, offer workers incredible power.
But many of us are not so lucky—we work under fragmented local contracts, with little to no coordination among bargaining units even when we’re fighting the same employer.
Join us for this discussion about how unions are coordinating bargaining and even aligning their contracts to maximize leverage in negotiations.
We'll also discuss relevant takeaways for workers seeking to align contracts leading up to the UAW's call for unified action on May Day 2028. »
What kind of power does your organization currently have? What power do those in opposition to you have? What would you need to build in order to accomplish your goals?
This workshop will teach skills to analyze power in the present moment to strategically build the workers movement we need. We’ll be joined by labor educator Stephanie Luce. »
What's the secret of winning a strong contract? Hint: You won't find it at the negotiations table!
Save the date for a two-part workshop from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern on Mondays, July 7 and July 14, on how to build a successful contract campaign and harness the power of the rank-and-file membership to win the strongest possible contract.
Registration fee
$15 - Regular registration »
This workshop is intended for stewards and elected officers who work closely with stewards. Please register only if this applies to you.
More unions than ever are operating under "open shop" or "right to work" conditions, particularly after attacks on federal workers. Join Labor Notes for an online workshop for shop stewards to discuss strategies to build worker power through maintaining unity, despite attempts to undercut the union. »
Photo by Matt Leichenger, member of Teamsters Local 804
Following the presidential election, CEOs are eager to use 2025 to bust our unions and divide working people like we've never seen. From public workers to the building trades to everyone striving to win their first union, we all have a ton on the line.
It's time to get organized to fight. »
