Thinking about forming a union?
Class | Available
Thinking about forming a union? Join us for a free, confidential training for workers interested in joining a union!
9am to noon we will cover: Collective Action; protections & rights, employer retaliation, how to protect yourself
1pm to 4pm will cover Forming a Union; steps to unionization, employer tactics, support & next steps
This program is co-sponsored by the East Central Illinois AFL-CIO
Kay Emmert
Prof. Emmert is a Lecturer in the Labor Education Program, where she teaches labor law, grievance processing, arbitration, collective bargaining, communication and leadership skills to union members, unrepresented workers, and university undergraduates. As Lead Negotiator and bargaining advisor for the Non-Tenure Faculty Coalition at UIUC, she successfully negotiated multiple contracts, securing significant gains in wages, job security, and benefits. An expert in contract research, writing, and enforcement, she develops engaging, real-world curricula that empower workers with the knowledge and skills to advocate for fair labor practices and workplace protections.