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The great folks at the Wayne State Labor Studies Center (who are all AFT members by the way!) have a number of upcoming trainings that you might be interested in. To sign up or for more info, contact them at laborstudies@wayne.edu or 313-577-2191

GIP2  Grievance Preparation and Presentation

This workshop is designed for representatives who participate in processing grievances and members who would like to understand more about how grievances are processed.  This workshop will address investigation and the union’s right to information as well as presentation skills. Fee: $40.00

Wednesday, March 4, 2015
3:30PM-6 PM
WSU Macomb Advance Tech Center,
14601 E. 12 Mile Warren, MI
(12 Mile between Schoenherr and Groesbeck)

DD1  Discharge and Discipline

This workshop is specifically designed for representatives involved with the investigation, processing, and presentation of discharge and discipline grievances. This class will examine and discuss due process standards and the concept of Just Cause. Fee: $40.00

Wednesday, March 4, 2015
6:30PM – 9:00 PM
WSU Macomb Advance Tech Center,
14601 E. 12 Mile Warren, MI

(12 Mile between Schoenherr and Groesbeck)

RR1  Robert’s Rules of Order

This workshop introduces the concepts of how to run efficient meetings, prepare and understand the order and kinds of motions, and how to create opportunity for orderly debate and decision-making. Fee: $40.00

Wednesday, March 4, 2015
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
WSU Main Campus – Room 116 State Hall

SMM2  Organizing: Social Media Mobilization

This workshop is designed for those in communication roles and explores effective ways organizations can use social media strategically to increase membership engagement. Several social media platforms will be examined including Facebook and Twitter. Fee: $40.00

Saturday March 7, 2015
9:30 AM – 12 PM
WSU Main Campus – Room 116 State Hall

RRA1  Robert’s Rules of Order, Advanced

This workshop is designed for people who must actually chair meetings and expands on the materials and principles presented in the introductory class on Robert’s Rules of Order.Fee: $40.00

Wednesday, March 11, 2015
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
WSU Main Campus – Room 116 State Hall

PPG1  Past Practice Grievances

This important workshop will examine the significant role past practices can play in the administration and enforcement of union contracts.  Often misunderstood, past practices can be an invaluable tool to protect and enforce worker rights. Fee: $40.00

Wednesday March 21, 2015
6:20 PM – 9:00 PM
WSU Main Campus – Room 116 State Hall

FMLA2  Family Medical Leave Act

This very popular and useful workshop will cover the ins and outs of the FMLA. Participants will learn who is eligible, what kinds of absences are covered, and how to notify an employer to activate FMLA protections. Fee: $40.00

Tuesday, March 31, 2015
6:30 PM- 9:00 PM
WSU Main Campus – 116 State Hall

Bring Our Workshops to Your Union Hall!

The Labor Studies Center can bring any workshop to your union hall at a time convenient to you, including early mornings, late nights and weekends.

If you’re interested in receiving a complete listing of our workshops, contact us at laborstudies@wayne.edu or 313-577-2191

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