Using The Media

Targeted at Branch activists particularly branch secretaries and branch communication officers
Duration 2 days

What you and your Union can gain from the course:

• How to use local and regional media to support branch and regional Campaigns

• How to write Press releases to ensure UNISON’s message is promoted

• How to conduct a radio interview and be proactive in using local / regional radio

Key areas for you as a Learner:

• Be confident in promoting UNISON’S campaigns via the media
• Be able to highlight local issues such as cuts, closures and withdrawal of services effectively in local media
• Be confident in speaking to the media

• How to communicate effectively

Date Thurs. 6 & Fri. 7 May 2010
Location Belfast

To register your interest download an application form here or

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Contact:
Cath Friel    contact c.friel@unison.co.uk

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