# Workplace Steward Training - December 8 Tue, 12/08/2026 - 09:00 - Tue, 12/08/2026 - 15:00 ### Location: ETFO Thames Valley Teacher Local 2911 Bateman Trail, London **Training Details** **Dates:** Choose one session: December 8, 9 or 10, 2026 (limited space available for each session). **Time**: Registration at 8:30 a.m.; training from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. **Attendees**: One Workplace Steward or Alternate from each workplace, and Executive Members. **Registration Deadline**: Monday, November 23, 2026, at 12:00 noon. **Cancellation Deadline:** Friday, December 4, 2026. **What We'll Explore Together** - Bargaining History: Understanding our collective achievements and why bargaining matters. - Challenging Conversations: Responding to concerns, differing perspectives, and misinformation. - Effective Communication: Building trust, strengthening relationships, and influencing workplace culture. - Member Engagement: Practical strategies to build solidarity and mobilize colleagues. - Preparing for Bargaining: Sharing ideas, identifying challenges, and planning next steps for 2026–2027. **Training Objective** - Strengthen Workplace Stewards' confidence, communication skills, and ability to engage and mobilize members. **Desired Outcome** - Leave informed, connected, and equipped with practical strategies to support colleagues and build solidarity. **How to Prepare** - Come ready to participate, share experiences, ask questions, and learn from fellow Workplace Stewards! **[Login to register for this event](https://www.etfothamesvalley.com/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/586)**