Local 506 Seeking Applications for Women’s Advocate Program

Hello Local 506 Members:

Local 506 is now accepting applications from their members for the Women’s Advocate position.   Any interested members must return their completed application form to the Local 506 union office no later than May 15, 2017.

What is the Women’s Advocate Program?

Our Union has a strong history of supporting community and workplace efforts to end violence against women.  We do this because we believe in a world based on principles of equality and social justice.  We believe it is our collective responsibility to eradicate violence against women.  The Women’s Advocate program is one example of Unifor’s commitment to end gender-based violence.

What role does the Unifor Women’s Advocate play in the Workplace?

A Women’s Advocate is not a counselor.  Her role is to provide referrals and information on community and workplace supports on issues such as sexual assault, workplace bullying, sexual harassment, domestic violence, anger management, suicide prevention, depression, separation, divorce and stress, to name just a few.  The Women’s Advocate also acts as a resource for workplace committees.

What training is available for the Advocate?

The Unifor Women’s Department offers a week-long, in-house training program for all new Women’s Advocates.  The program draws on the work of women’s organizations with expertise on issues of violence, and provides links to the many resources available in the union, and in the community.  The ultimate goal is to give the Unifor Women’s Advocate the knowledge, tools and the confidence to enable her to perform her role effectively.

If you are interested in applying for the position of Women’s Advocate for Local 506:

• Fill out the application and include any relevant information you feel would assist in the selection process.
• Return the application to unionoffice@unifor506.ca OR Unifor Local 506, 580 Main Street, Suite 202, Saint John, NB  E2K 1J5 OR by fax to 506-634-8110
• Deadline for applications is May 15, 2017.
• All applications will be given serious consideration
• The name of the successful applicant will be posted once selected

For more information about the Women’s Advocate Program visit http://www.unifor.org/en/member-services/equality/women/unifors-ground-breaking-womens-advocate-program

In solidarity,

Sandy Brideau, President

Unifor Local 506

CLICK HERE for Women’s Advocate Application Form

CLICK HERE for Women’s Advocate Program Info Sheet