August’s Inclusive Learning Bulletin is out now

The good thing with digital learning is that it offers some flexibility. So whether you are mobile, at home or on the go, you might just be able to find some time to squeeze in a few quick bursts of learning. You might also want to make contact with your learning rep, just in case you are not sure about where to start, and if you are still stuck, you can contact our national team for help.

Help your members get learning online

We’ve developed a strong portfolio of online opportunities that thousands of members have been taking part in over the past few months. But now that more of us are adjusting to the so-called ‘new normal’, more members may be ready to learn something new but worried that they may have missed the boat.

Our message to all our members, and the ULRs that support them, is that you can start online learning today or tomorrow or next week – and UNISON will be there to support you. We’ve compiled some of the opportunities that are available through Learning and Organising Services.

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Dates for your diary

Black History Month

Thursday 1–Saturday 31 October. Promotes knowledge of Black history, culture and heritage. Run by Black History Month UK.

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Dyslexia Week

Monday 5–Sunday 11 October. Raises awareness of dyslexia. This year’s theme is: dyslexia creates – looking at the power of dyslexia
to create ideas, organisations and society. Run by the British Dyslexia Association.

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World Mental Health Day

Saturday 10 October. Promotes mental health and raises awareness
about the issues associated with mental illness. Run by the Mental Health Foundation.

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