Members from the Intellectual Disability (ID) Sector gathered for a dynamic training day in Tullamore on 26th February.
The day aimed to assist our members in mapping out workplaces to assist in increasing density and union membership in their areas and improving overall visibility within the workplace.
“At a recent training course for members of the ID Sector, it was very encouraging to see the involvement and participation of members of the Committee,” ID Care Sector Organiser Sharon Cregan said.
“These members are representatives in their workplaces throughout the country, and they work extremely hard to ensure that the rights of workers within the ID services are protected and maintained, and in fact enhanced where possible.”
She continued: “The training course itself was about building union power and increasing union density in workplaces. We covered several topics on the day, including organising, speaking with staff who are not members and joining a union. We also covered a module on the specifics of the Trust in Care policy. This is a very important policy within the ID Care sector and the health services overall, given the nature of the duties carried out.
She added: “It was very encouraging to see the commitment of the staff who attended and the Intellectual Disability care sector. We were very pleased with the training’s outcome, as it enhanced staff collaboration and knowledge sharing. We hope to repeat it in the near future, and we thank all for attending.”
To get a glimpse into the day, click here.