Accomplishments
Unifor Women’s Advocate
October 2021 to Present
A trained workplace representative who assists women and all members of the Union with concerns, such as workplace harassment, intimate violence, abuse, suicide prevention, mental health, addiction, LGBTQ+, depression, pregnancy, stress, separation and divorce.
Trained in active listening and showing empathy and support to people in distress, they provide support and offer information for women accessing community and workplace resources.
As well as assist Union members that are facing violence or abuse in their relationships, or are experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace or need the help of community resources.
These specially-trained workplace representatives have been instrumental in creating healthier workplaces and safer communities