Steward Training:
Problem Solving in the Workplace
Learn how to protect the grievance process, uphold the equality principle, and simplify grievance writing.
September 8 – 28, 2026
Conference Opportunities for Coalition Unions
The Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions is committed to investing in frontline leaders. Through conference and convening opportunities, we support learning, leadership development, and skill-building that strengthens our unions and our movement.
Each year, the Coalition sets aside funding to help affiliated unions participate in conferences that align with Coalition priorities and advance our shared mission.
Limited discretionary conference funding will be distributed proportionally. This approach balances equitable access for every union, representation based on membership size, and flexibility to support strategic Coalition priorities.
Current Offerings
Steward Training:
Contract Interpretation
Understand how Collective Bargaining Agreements are written, interpreted, and enforced in this interactive, practice-based workshop.
September 15 – 16, 2026 (New York, New York)
Labor Leadership Skills
Certificate Program
Take this affordable, rapid-results certificate program to gain skills essential to the success of your organization.
September 8 – December 21, 2026
Steward Training:
Assertive Grievance Handling
This workshop will focus on how to win creatively without going to arbitration—or sometimes without even filing a grievance.
July 15, 2026
Secrets of a Successful Organizer
Labor Notes’ core organizing training is presented in three sessions full of lively, participatory exercises.
July 29, 2026
Summer School
Summer School is a mix of fun and learning, a chance to connect with different unions, and acquire valuable skills to strengthen your union.
August 14 – 16, 2026 (Eugene, Oregon)
In It To Win It – Building Strong Contract Campaigns
This class will introduce students to practices found in successful contract campaigns.
September 15 – October 20, 2026
