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Sessions

The Conference provides a wide variety of trainings designed to equip participants with practical skills and strategies for successful bargaining and organizing. Our sessions are tailored to meet the needs of all union leaders and activists, offering in-depth learning on key topics.

Participants can choose from a multi-day "Track Training" or to take an assortment of individual sessions.

Past Session Examples

  • Building Power with Contract Language

  • Bringing Everyone to the Table: Educating and Engaging Members & the Community in Collective Bargaining

  • Success at the Table and Your Bargaining Action Team

  • Are They With Us? Using Structure Tests to Gauge Member Willingness to Take Action

  • Where’s the Money? An Introduction to School District Finances

  • Drafting Strong Contract Language

  • How to Answer Tough Questions, Anywhere!

  • Data Exploration: What’s Around & How Do We Use It?

  • Identifying, Developing, and Building Around Worksite Leaders

  • Navigating Impasse, Mediation, and Fact-Finding

  • Digital Organizing: Online to Offline Strategies

  • Packing the Room: Tips for Turnout

  • Bargaining for the Common Good

This year, we’re excited to offer more flexibility for attendees! Participants will have the opportunity to select sessions as they go throughout the conference, allowing you to tailor your learning experience to your specific needs and interests. The full course listing will be sent out prior to the start of the conference so you can plan your schedule and choose the sessions that are most relevant to you.

New This Year: Flexible Session Selection

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