The next meeting of the above network will take place at the Preston Council for Voluntary Service, Unit 23/27 Guild Hall Arcade Lancaster Road, Preston PR1 1HR.
Wednesday, 12 May 2010
11:30am - 3:00pm
Lunch will be provided and travel cost (subject to usual PCS guidelines – see attached form) will be met by us.
PCS Union is committed to making the workplace a better and fairer place for members. In order to do this, we must ensure that we are representative of all our members and that different equality and diversity needs are continually highlighted and changes in practices are made to address such needs. PCS has National Forums and Committees that regularly meet to discuss and plan for specific equality needs.
At our meeting members will be able to discuss issues that affect them or colleagues due to their diverse needs going unmet in the workplace. Members have quarterly meetings in their own region to obtain:
- An on-going programme of personal development
- Support from people who understand what you may be going through at work
- Opportunities to learn how you can get involved in union activities and eventsMembers who belong to these networks have found them invaluable.
Equalities Policies
Where possible please bring a copy of your employers equalities policy to this meeting so we can share and discuss their content.
Time off To Attend Meeting
These network meetings are training events. You will need to request time off to attend these meetings from your manager/employer. Important note: if you are going to attend this meeting please inform your local PCS representative they may have some issues/information that should be highlighted.
Network Convenors
The North West network convenors are Mohammed Shafiq and Paulette Kennedy.
If you encounter any difficulties securing paid time off to attend this meeting, please, in the first instance, contact your local PCS office or if you would like any further information about time off or the network please contact Ritu Chabra on 020 7801 2683 or by email.
It is important that you complete a pro-forma and return it before Friday 7 May 2010 so arrangements for lunch and any other specific requirements you may have can be organised. The pro-forma can be requested from Paula Wood at the North West Regional Office by email.
We look forward to meeting you either for the first time, or once again.
