Upcoming Conferences

Make Social Media Part of Your Union Communication Mix.  Monday, March 15, 2010

Social Media cannot be ignored if you want to make sure you are using all the most effective ways to communicate with your members.  It seems everyone is tweeting, friending, and blogging.  Come and discuss these topics:  What are social media?  How are others using them?  How can you use them to communicate effectively? If you have one, bring your laptop with you to this workshop for an interactive session.

The workshop will be held at CLEAR, Jefferson State, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  The cost is $75.    Questions?  Call (205) 856-8033 or email mizard@jeffstateonline.com.  Register by calling (205) 856-8030.

The Laws Protecting Workers.  Thursday and Friday, April 29-30, 2010.

A new administration is in place.  The FMLA has new regulations. The Americans with Disabilities Act has been amended.  Two new employment laws are now on the books.  On Thursday we will review the basics of labor and employment law.  On Friday we will meet representatives from the government agencies that enforce the laws.  Come join us!

The workshop will be at CLEAR, Jefferson State, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. both days.  Cost is $150.  Questions?  Call (205) 856-8032 or email jlking@jeffstateonline.com. Register by calling (205) 856-8030.

Safety and Health Meetings.  The second Friday of each month. 

For over 30 years, members of the United Steelworkers have met every month at CLEAR to discuss safety and health topics.  These programs are open to members of all unions – just drop by!  We meet from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; pay $4 at the door.

February 12: CPR and Using the AED.

March 12:  Looking Ahead: Daniel Flippo, District Director, USW

April 9:  Mobile Equipment Safety

May 14: Anatomy of a Disaster:  The Texas City BP Explosion.