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 Black membersThere are number of ways in which black members can raise their concerns, keep informed on new developments and be involved in shaping UCU policy. UCU has an equality unit with expertise all equality areas including issues concerning black members. The unit provides information (including regular newsletter), guidance and support to union officers and members.
SupportIf you are experiencing racial discrimination at work see the main equality page for advice on getting support. ResourcesResources and guidance for UCU equality officers and activists can be found in the equality resource centre in the UCU activists section of the website, with a dedicated page for race equality resources. Implementing the equality duties, a toolkit covering the three current duties of disability, gender and race and anticipating extension to other areas such as sexual orientation, is available on the equality resources and publications page. Representation within UCUThe rules of the union have been drafted to ensure black members are represented in UCU's democratic structures. There are nine 'equality seats' on the national executive committee (NEC) elected directly by all members. Two of these seats are for representatives of black members, one of which must be a woman. The executive comprises a number of sub-committees including an equality commitee. A conference for black members is held every year. This conference elects a black members' committee (BMC). The BMC can send two motion and two amendments to the annual national congress, and to both of the sector conferences. Black members' email listAs well as these formal structures the equality unit operates a black members' email list to keep you in touch with relevant events and information which any black UCU member can join - just contact the equality unit at eqadmin@ucu.org.uk and ask to be added to the list. Latest NewsBlack Members' Survival GuideUCU has published the Black Members' Survival Guide. It provides vital information, advice and support for black members to defend their rights at work, progress in their careers and combat discrimination and racism in the workplace. It contains information on union structures, what to do if you are being discriminated against, the law, as well as guidance on applying for jobs and promotion and progression.
Black History Month EventsThe University of Birmingham Black and Ethnic Minority Association have organised a series of events for Black History Month, which are free to attend and you can find the details at http://bemaonline.wordpress.com/ . As part of this series, on Tuesday 9th October Kehinde Andrews from Newman University College will be giving a talk on Black radicalism in Britain (details below). If you want any more information, then feel free to email me (k.andrews@newman.ac.uk ) and feel free to just turn up on the day. University of Birmingham Black and Ethnic minority Association's Black History Month Presents Chanting Down Babylon:Black Radicalism in Britain Tuesday 9th October 8-10pm University of Birmingham Guild Council Chambers 'Culture is crucial to revolution, but it is not revolution'. Black people in Britain have a long history of resisting racism. Kehinde Andrews will explore the radical activism that has attempted to overcoming inequality. There has been a strong focus on cultural salvation but a politics of liberation has yet to emerge. By looking back at the history of activism Kehinde will make call to action for future Black movements in the Britain and beyond. This is a free event as part of BEMA Black History Month. See Flyer for more details http://bemaonline.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/revised-flyer-bhm.jpg or email bema@guild.bham.ac.uk Northumbria University in conjunction with the Northumbria University UCU Branch Celebrate Black History Month Stephen Lawrence fundThe TUC is calling on trade unions and trade unionists to help protect the legacy of Stephen Lawrence by giving generously to the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust fund raising appeal to ensure that the vital work of the Trust continues and that Stephen's legacy lives on. The work of the Trust is threatened by the lack of funds for voluntary organisations that has resulted from public spending cuts and the recession. Now more than ever, the Stephen Lawrence Trust that does support young people and to combat social injustice, by promoting equality of opportunity, must not be allowed to fail for lack of funding. You can donate online by visiting http://www.justgiving.com/TUCslct or by text message. Text TUCS99 followed by the £ symbol, then the amount to 70070. You can use the following model motion at your branch meeting to agree to send funds to the trust: TUC STEPHEN LAWRENCE FUNDRAISING APPEAL Model Motion This branch notes that the struggle to bring to justice the killers of Stephen Lawrence who was murdered 18 years ago has left an enduring legacy and awareness in the wider community about the evils of institutional racism and racial injustice in the UK. A vital part of that legacy is the work of the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust which was set up to be a lasting legacy for Stephen and who had dreams of becoming an architect. This branch notes that the work of the Trust is threatened by the lack of funds for voluntary organisations that has resulted from public spending cuts and the recession. Now more than ever, the Stephen Lawrence Trust that does support young people and to combat social injustice, by promoting equality of opportunity must not be allowed to fail for lack of funding. The branch resolves to help protect the legacy of Stephen Lawrence by: 1) Donating £......... to the TUC Stephen Lawrence Fundraising Appeal. 2) Publicising and promoting the appeal amongst branch members 3) Calling on members to make individual donations through the appeal page on the TUC website. Proposed ....................................... Seconded ...................................... Download a printable promotional poster here: Black Members' Newsletter May 2012 |
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