Reference no: EM133542937
Purpose:
This individual assignment will focus on research into one Alberta-based union of your choice. You may also use internet sources such as the union's website to supplement your research.
Union Selected/Chosen: AUPE ( Alberta Union of Provincial Employees )
Assignment Sections
Introduction: Verbally introduce the union you have chosen or selected. You must include the name of the union, the types of industries it represents, the number of current members, and how long the union has been in operation.
About the Union:
i. What are the core values and beliefs of this union?
ii. What are some of the important issues facing this union?
iii. What makes you most proud to be represented by this union or to work for this union?
iv. What are some of the things the union could improve upon in order to better serve the needs of its members?
v. What are some important issues that the union will likely face in the future?
Reflect upon the research: You must provide your personal insights into the following questions once your research has been completed.
i. Would you do personal core values align with that of this union?
ii. Would I wish to be represented by this union as an employee of a unionized organization? Why or why not?
iii. As a Labour Relations Specialist, would I like to work with this union as the bargaining unit representing the employees at my organization? Why or why not?
iv. If I were a representative of the union, how would I address some of the issues that the union will likely face in the future?